IDEAS
A crossroads for exchange for defence and security stakeholders
IDEAS is COGES EVENTS’ year-round program of online conferences, in-person discussions and expert content.
Each session brings together senior representatives from the armed forces, government institutions, industry, international organizations and the research community to examine the strategic, operational and technological developments transforming defense and security.
Join the conversation, share your expertise or support the program as a partner and connect with a qualified international audience.
THE IDEAS DEFENSE AND SECURITY MEDIA PLATFORM
The conversation continues beyond each meeting.
The new IDEAS platform brings together conference replays, interviews, reports, articles and expert analysis produced throughout the year and across COGES EVENTS’ wider program.
Users only need to create one free account to access all content currently available on the platform, as well as new content published in the future.
Explore the ideas, voices and debates shaping the future of defense and security.
UPCOMING IDEAS MEETINGS
Join our next conversations
IDEAS explore the issues shaping capability development, military operations and defense cooperation.
Each session combines expert perspectives with a focused discussion that moves beyond general observations to examine concrete operational, industrial and institutional challenges.
THE PURPOSE OF IDEAS MEETINGS
In a world where security and defence challenges are becoming ever more complex, it is imperative to create spaces for exchange and idea sharing. The iDeaS meetings fulfil this need by offering:
STRATEGIC DIALOGUE
by bringing together experts, institutional decision makers, manufacturers and researchers around topical themes.
AN INTERNATIONAL VISION
These meetings embrace a wide range of perspectives, essential in a sector facing cross-border issues.
ACTIVE CONTACT WITH THE COMMUNITY
These meetings help maintain constant ties between the various major events organised by COGES EVENTS, thus reinforcing stakeholder engagement.
WHY TAKE PART IN THE IDEAS MEETINGS?
- Explore trends and innovations
Discover the latest technological and strategic breakthroughs
- Meet key decision makers
Benefit from a targeted and qualified audience to maximise your partnership opportunities
- Contribute to collective thinking
Take part in productive discussions that influence change in the sector.
MAKE A NOTE OF YOUR NEXT IDEAS MEETING
replays
Watch the recordings of our past sessions
Advancing Simulation Training Research in the Military and Defense Industry: Enhancing Preparedness, Performance, and Innovation
Military stockpiles within NATO: what challenges ahead for the defence industry?
How can new developments in sustainable energy bring game changing answers to the defense sector?
Unveiling Hypersonic Challenges – Missiles and Countermeasures in Modern Military
Next-Gen Combat Systems: Integrating Drones, Munitions, and Human Perception
A FORMAT ADAPTED TO THE NEEDS OF PROFESSIONALS
MONTHLY ONLINE PANEL DISCUSSIONS
Every first Tuesday of the month, the iDeaS webinars offer in-depth discussions around the key themes in the headlines of the defence and security sector. This digital format offers optimal flexibility for participants from all over the world, while guaranteeing high quality content thanks to the participation of world-class speakers.
IN-PERSON MEETINGS
These exclusive occasions are conducive to informal discussions and face-to-face meetings, essential to create and consolidate relationships of trust between industry professionals.
COMPLEMENTARY TO COGES EVENTS’ OTHER MAJOR EVENTS
The iDeaS meetings fall within COGES EVENTS’ overall strategy aiming to offer regular meetings between various defence and security stakeholders. These more confidential and targeted meetings dovetail with major events such as Eurosatory or Expodefensa by providing continuous follow-up and a permanent space for conversation.
IDEAS MEETINGS, A PLACE FOR INSPIRATION AND COLLABORATION TO SHAPE THE FUTURE OF DEFENCE AND SECURITY
- Sign up to play an active part in these strategic events.
- Become a speaker to share your expertise, or a sponsor to reinforce your visibility in the ecosystem.