The maritime domain is becoming increasingly contested, and the U.S. Navy faces urgent demands to modernize. From the rapid expansion of peer naval forces to the accelerating pace of technological innovation, the next decade will define the Navy’s ability to deter, compete, and win in contested maritime environments.

ACI’s National Summit on Future Fleet: Naval Power, Autonomy & Innovation is a U.S. Navy modernization conference focused on Maritime Autonomy, Naval AI, Distributed Maritime Operations, Undersea Warfare, and Next-Generation Fleet Readiness. Bringing together Navy leaders, Defense Industry executives, technologists, and operational commanders, the event examines how emerging technologies, strategic modernization initiatives, and operational lessons are shaping the future of naval warfare and maritime security.

Why Attend

• Hear directly from senior Navy and DoD leaders shaping the Fleet of 2035
• Gain insights into the technologies driving autonomy, C5ISR, and distributed maritime operations
• Understand industrial base constraints and opportunities for scaling UxS and next‑generation platforms
• Explore lessons learned from recent conflicts and their implications for maritime readiness
• Network with program offices, warfare centers, primes, and emerging technology innovators
• Participate in discussions that will influence future requirements, acquisition pathways, and operational concepts