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The 2026 Fall Undersea Warfare Conference brings the undersea warfare community together in Groton, CT, September 21 – 23 for high-level discussions on the priorities shaping the future of the undersea domain.

This year’s program features senior Navy, government, and industry leaders addressing pressing challenges, emerging requirements, and evolving priorities. Hear directly from the leaders and decision-makers shaping the future of the undersea mission.

Security Clearance Required

This is a classified event and requires an active security clearance to attend. Instructions for submitting your security clearance information can be found here.

Clearance information must be submitted no later than Wednesday, September 9, 2026.

Register today and join us in Groton.

Featured Speaker: ADM Daryl Caudle, USN

ADM Daryl Caudle, USN
Chief of Naval Operations

ADM Daryl Caudle was sworn in as the 34th Chief of Naval Operations on Aug. 25, 2025. A career submariner, he previously served as Commander, U.S. Fleet Forces Command; Commander, Submarine Forces; Commander, Submarine Force Atlantic; and Commander, Submarine Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet, among other senior leadership assignments.

At sea, Caudle served aboard multiple ballistic missile and attack submarines and commanded USS Jefferson City (SSN 759), USS Topeka (SSN 754), and USS Helena (SSN 725). He holds advanced degrees in physics, engineering management, and organizational leadership and has received numerous military decorations, including the Defense Distinguished Service Medal and Navy Distinguished Service Medal.

U.S. Navy TS/SCI Undersea Warfare Meeting

In conjunction with the 2026 Fall Undersea Warfare Conference, COMSUBFOR will host a separate TS/SCI Undersea Warfare Meeting on Monday, September 21, from 9:00 am – 2:30 pm at the Undersea Warfighting Development Center (UWDC) in Groton.

The meeting will provide senior-level operational updates on key undersea warfare topics and is open to U.S. Government and industry personnel with the appropriate TS/SCI (SI/TK) access. Attendance is limited to 70 participants and requires separate approval from the U.S. Navy.

This meeting is hosted and administered by the U.S. Navy and requires a separate attendance request. Registration for the NDIA conference does not constitute registration for this meeting.

Learn more and request attendance here.

Last Chance to Sponsor!

Gain valuable visibility and elevate your brand presence by sponsoring the conference! Connect with industry leaders, showcase your organization, and demonstrate your support for the mission through one of our exclusive sponsorship opportunities.

Small Business Sponsor – $2,500

Increase your company’s visibility and demonstrate your commitment to supporting the defense community as a Small Business Sponsor. This package offers valuable recognition before and during the conference while providing opportunities to engage with attendees and expand your network.

Sponsorship Benefits:

• Hyperlinked sponsor logo on the conference website
  

• Sponsor logo and a 100-word company description featured in the conference program
  

• Sponsor logo included in one (1) pre-conference eBlast
  

• One (1) complimentary full conference registration, including one (1) complimentary ticket to the Clambake

Limited spots available! Reach out to Holly Gallier at Hgallier@NDIA.org with any sponsorship questions.

Date

September 21 – 23, 2026

Location
U.S. Naval Submarine Base New London
1 Crystal Lake Rd
Groton, CT  06340

Contact
Sarah Komar
Associate Director, Meetings
skomar@NDIA.org

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