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AUVSI XPONENTIAL 2027

Trade-orientedLarge-scaleIn-personInternational draw
📅 17 May 2027 – 20 May 🏛️ Miami Beach Convention Center 📍 Miami Beach, US ↗ 🏢 Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) 🔁 annual

600

Exhibitors

10,000

Attendees

The world's largest trade show and conference for uncrewed systems, robotics, and autonomous technology across all domains (air, land, sea, and space). It unites global researchers, regulators, and technology providers to integrate autonomy into society safely.

Attendees: Researchers, executives, engineers, program managers, warfighters, and policymakers from defense, aviation, robotics, energy, and transportation sectors.

Exhibitor mix: Domain-specific pavilions including Advanced Air Mobility (AAM), Defense Technologies Zone, Maritime, Public Safety, and Cybersecurity, plus state/international pavilions.

Drones UavAutomation RoboticsArtificial IntelligenceAviation Aerospace uncrewed systemsroboticsautonomous vehiclesdronesuavautonomyaerospacemaritime robotics

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Venue

Miami Beach Convention Center

Convention centre · 45,672 m² · 4 halls

A reimagined, LEED Silver-certified convention center in Miami Beach featuring 500,000 sq ft of exhibition space, a 60,000 sq ft Grand Ballroom, 84 breakout rooms, and over 10 acres of outdoor space. Hosts major trade shows, conventions, and events.

📍 1901 Convention Ctr Dr, Miami Beach, FL 33139, US

Operated by Oak View Group (OVG) Venue Management

52 events tracked at this venue → Venue website ↗

Organizer

Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International

Nonprofit · Arlington, United States · Founded 1972

Trade association advancing uncrewed systems and robotics across defense, civil, and commercial sectors.

Runs 5 events → LinkedIn ↗

Why people attend

To evaluate the latest autonomous hardware, source sensor and software integrations, and engage with federal regulators (FAA/DoD) on the future of uncrewed system operations.

Exhibitor categories

Uncrewed Aerial Systems (UAS)Robotics & AIMaritime & Underwater VehiclesSensors & Integrated SystemsDefense & National SecurityPublic Safety & Emergency Response

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Speakers

35 speakers at AUVSI XPONENTIAL

A

Arthur Herman

New York Times Bestselling Author & Historian

"Forged in Detroit: Industry, Innovations, and Resilience Fireside Chat"

industrial historyautonomy movementmanufacturing resilience

Also speaking at AUVSI XPONENTIAL

M

Michael Robbins

President & CEO · AUVSI

"Closing Remarks & Reception Kickoff"

autonomy industryregulatory environmentunmanned systems

Also speaking at AUVSI Defense, Drone and AAM Policy Symposium, AUVSI XPONENTIAL

M

Michael Cadenazzi

Assistant Secretary of War for Industrial Base Policy · U.S. Department of Defense

"Industrial Base Leadership"

Bio

Principal advisor to the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment on industrial base policies.

industrial base policydefense supply chainnational security

Also speaking at Drone and AAM Policy Symposium, AUVSI XPONENTIAL

F

Franklin McIntosh

Chief Operating Officer of Air Traffic Organization · Federal Aviation Administration

"Federal Regulatory Voice on Autonomy"

aviation regulationair traffic controldrone integration

Also speaking at CANSO Asia Pacific Conference 2026, AUVSI XPONENTIAL

S

Sue Gordon

Former Principal Deputy Director of National Intelligence of the United States of America

"The Future of National Security"

national securitycybersecuritytechnological innovation

Also speaking at AUVSI XPONENTIAL

J

Jessica Jones

Executive Director, Office of Advanced Aviation Technologies · Federal Aviation Administration

"Federal Regulatory Voice on Autonomy"

advanced air mobilitydrone safetyaviation technology

Also speaking at AUVSI XPONENTIAL

M

Matt Ocko

Co-Founder and Managing Partner · DCVC

"Unfiltered: What Tech Investors Really Think About UxS & Robotics"

venture capitalroboticsdefense technology

Also speaking at AUVSI XPONENTIAL

B

Bobby Healy

Founder · Manna Air Delivery

"Why Here, Why Now: From Where It’s Built to How It Scales"

drone deliveryautonomous scalinglocal ecosystem strategy

Also speaking at HumanX Europe, AUVSI XPONENTIAL

S

Stephen Rodriguez

Managing Partner · One Defense

"Unfiltered: What Tech Investors Really Think About UxS & Robotics"

venture capitalroboticsdefense technology

Also speaking at AUVSI XPONENTIAL

J

Jennifer Hankins

Managing Director · Tulsa Innovation Labs

"Why Here, Why Now: From Where It’s Built to How It Scales"

regional innovationecosystem readinessautonomous systems

Also speaking at AUVSI XPONENTIAL

C

Colin Demarest

Future of Defense Reporter · Axios

"Unfiltered: What Tech Investors Really Think About UxS & Robotics"

defense technologyroboticsventure capital

Also speaking at AUVSI XPONENTIAL

P

Paul Fermo

President · Ascent AeroSystems dba Robinson Unmanned

"Scaling What Works: From Breakthrough to Deployment"

drone manufacturingcommercial acquisitionmultidomain defense

Also speaking at AUVSI XPONENTIAL

C

Chris Rocheleau

Administrator (Acting) · Federal Aviation Administration

"Federal Aviation Administration Brief"

aviation regulationautonomous systemsoperational safety

Also speaking at 2026 NBAA Tax, Regulatory & Risk Management Conference, NBAA Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition, AUVSI XPONENTIAL

L

Lorenz Meier

CEO · Auterion

"Scaling What Works: From Breakthrough to Deployment"

drone softwareopen-source autonomytechnology deployment

Also speaking at AUVSI XPONENTIAL

J

Jim VandeHei

Co-Founder and CEO of Axios, Co-Founder and Former CEO of POLITICO · Axios

"Up to the Minute Politics"

politicsindustry implicationsgeopolitics

Also speaking at National Travel and Tourism Week, AUVSI XPONENTIAL, Destination Capitol Hill

T

Travis Metz

Deputy Director and Chief Operating Officer · Defense Innovation Unit

"Scaling What Works: From Breakthrough to Deployment"

defense innovationmilitary technologycommercial acquisition

Also speaking at AUVSI XPONENTIAL

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Frequently asked questions

When is AUVSI XPONENTIAL?+
AUVSI XPONENTIAL takes place on 17 May 2027 to 20 May 2027.
Where is AUVSI XPONENTIAL held?+
AUVSI XPONENTIAL is held at Miami Beach Convention Center, Miami Beach, US.
Who organises AUVSI XPONENTIAL?+
AUVSI XPONENTIAL is organised by Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI).
How many exhibitors attend AUVSI XPONENTIAL?+
AUVSI XPONENTIAL typically hosts approximately 600 exhibitors.
How often is AUVSI XPONENTIAL held?+
AUVSI XPONENTIAL is held annual.

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