Amid rapidly evolving geopolitical dynamics and emerging security challenges across the Indo-Pacific, the Indo-Pacific GeoIntelligence Forum 2026 (IPGF 2026) will convene senior defence leadership, strategic policymakers, intelligence agencies, and technology innovators on June 2–3, 2026 at the Manekshaw Centre, New Delhi.
Organized by Geospatial World, the 16th edition of the forum will deliberate on the theme: “Geospatial Infrastructure Enabling Network Centric Warfare.” The forum will examine how geospatial intelligence, space-based assets, AI-enabled systems, and secure digital infrastructure are strengthening operational preparedness, decision superiority, and integrated multi-domain operations.
As defence forces across the globe accelerate the transition toward data-centric and technology-enabled warfare, IPGF 2026 will serve as a strategic platform to address emerging operational requirements across land, maritime, air, cyber, and space domains.
Highlighting the significance of geospatial systems in modern military operations, the Directorate General of Information Systems (DGIS) has consistently emphasized the role of geospatial technologies in enhancing situational awareness, operational agility, and mission effectiveness for the Armed Forces.
“We are excited to be a Knowledge Partner with Geospatial World at IPGF 26. This is a unique and invaluable opportunity to collaborate with technology experts, industry and academia to help formulate a security strategy for the Indo Pacific”– Lt Gen Harsh Chhibber, AVSM, VSM, PhD, Director General Information Systems (DGIS), Indian Army
Speaking on the strategic relevance of the forum, Lt Gen AKS Chandele, PVSM, AVSM, PhD (Retd), President – Defence, Geospatial World, stated:
“Future conflicts will increasingly be defined by information dominance, integrated intelligence, and real-time operational awareness. Geospatial infrastructure has become a force multiplier in enabling network-centric operations and strategic decision-making.”
IPGF 2026 is expected to witness participation from:
- Senior leadership from the Armed Forces and defence establishments
- Government ministries and strategic agencies
- Global defence and aerospace organizations
- Space agencies and GEOINT experts
- Industry leaders, startups, and academia
- Armed Forces from Indo-Pacific nations
The forum agenda will feature strategic plenaries, operational case studies, capability demonstrations, and leadership dialogues focused on:
- Multi-domain command and control
- Geospatial intelligence for operational planning
- Space-enabled defence capabilities
- Maritime domain awareness and Indo-Pacific security
- AI-driven ISR and decision support systems
- GNSS resilience, electronic warfare, and cyber defence
- Secure communications and sovereign geospatial infrastructure
- Autonomous systems and next-generation battlefield technologies
A major highlight of IPGF 2026 will be the Defence Geospatial & Technology Exhibition, bringing together leading organizations working at the intersection of defence, geospatial intelligence, AI, autonomous systems, and space technologies. Confirmed exhibitors and technology participants include Esri India, Planet, Roter, Vantor, Suhora Technologies, Auric AI Labs, VyomIC, Aetosky, MicroGenesis TechSoft, Skipper Tech, and SPRY, among others. These organizations will showcase advanced capabilities in GEOINT, Earth observation, ISR platforms, AI/ML, secure communications, digital twins, drone technologies, and mission-critical geospatial solutions.
The exhibition will provide a high-level engagement platform between technology providers, military stakeholders, procurement authorities, and strategic decision-makers, fostering collaboration on future-ready defence capabilities and indigenous innovation.
At a time when nations are prioritizing defence modernization and sovereign capability development, IPGF 2026 aims to strengthen strategic collaboration, enhance interoperability, and accelerate the adoption of geospatial and space technologies for mission-critical operations.
The forum will reinforce the growing recognition that future-ready defence forces will be shaped by resilient geospatial infrastructure, real-time intelligence integration, and the ability to operate seamlessly across interconnected operational domains.
For more information, agenda, speakers, and participation details, visit:
Indo-Pacific GeoIntelligence Forum 2026
