Captains of Industry x Drone West
Discover on 29 October how innovative technologies contribute to safer and more efficient operations in the North Sea. Captains of Industry Day x Drone West brings together the expertise of two complementary initiatives: Drone West, with a focus on demonstrations and applications of unmanned systems, and Captains of Industry Day, where companies, innovation partners and the Belgian Navy come together around current maritime challenges. This creates a unique meeting place for knowledge exchange, collaboration and innovation.
Programme
During Captains of Industry Day x Drone West, you will gain a unique insight into the challenges and needs of the Belgian Navy and other maritime end users. The programme includes strategic insights, practical use cases, demonstrations of innovative technologies and inspiring testimonials from organisations working on the protection of maritime infrastructure and operations.
👉 Check out the detailed programme
| 10:00 | Registration and coffee |
| 10:15 | Welcome |
| 10:30 | Fair and demonstrations |
| 16:30 | Concluding remarks |
Target audience
Captains of Industry Day x Drone West is aimed at:
- companies active in maritime safety, defense, and innovative technology;
- drone operators and developers of unmanned systems;
- SMEs, scale-ups, and large enterprises;
- knowledge institutions, research centers, and test facilities;
- policy makers, public organizations, and government agencies.
Practical info
Participation is free of charge, but advance registration is mandatory. Registration is possible until and including 23 October 2026.
Do you have any questions about the event? Please contact Hanne Van Kerckhoven.
