Defence Digital Engineering Industry Forum 2026
The Department of Defence invites you to join the Defence Digital Engineering Industry Forum; a gathering of Defence and Industry leaders, engineering professionals and Technology leaders working together at the intersection of digital innovation and capability uplift.
Event Details
Date: Thursday 28 May 2026
Time: 1300 – 1600 AEST
Format: In - person event
Why attend?
Hear from Defence Leaders on the progress of:
- Digital Engineering Strategy Implementation
- Model-Based Engineering
- Data Centric Capability Development
- Connect with peers from Defence and Industry
- Explore collaboration opportunities on current and future projects
Who can attend?
The Defence Digital Engineering Industry Forum is open to both Defence and Industry, and is relevant to personnel in capability‑related, technical, digital engineering and systems engineering roles. Security clearance is not required to attend. All program content will remain within the OFFICIAL classification.
Call for Presentations (Abstract Submission 1000 words)
The Department of Defence is advancing its Digital Engineering implementation to transform how we acquire, integrate, and sustain capability. We are inviting industry partners to present on your Defence DE project, approaches and lessons learned. Submit a short abstract for oral presentation aligned with the Defence Digital Engineering (DE) Strategy, based only on Australian Defence projects.
Abstracts should briefly outline:
- Alignment with Defence Digital Engineering strategic goals and practical implementation of the Defence Digital Engineering Strategy in Australian Defence projects
- Demonstrate use of digital models – data and the digital thread across the capability life cycle
- Application of digital engineering practices to support decision-making and assurance
Note the submissions should focus on real-world Defence applications and outcomes. These are 20 minute presentations. Submissions abstract should be aimed at a technically capable audience with a broad range of backgrounds.
Submit your presentation to digital.engineering@defence.gov.au by 24 April 2026.
Note - Only selected presenters will be contacted.
Registration is required to attend. Please use the ‘Register Now’ button below, to access the registration link.
Venue details
National Convention Centre
31 Constitution Ave, Canberra ACT 2601
Website
National Convention Centre
Paid on-site parking is available
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