Submarine Technology Symposium (STS) 2027

The Submarine Technology Symposium (STS) is a classified (SECRET) three-day conference held at the Kossiakoff Center on the campus of the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory in Laurel, MD. This premier event serves as a critical forum for productive technical exchanges among participants from industry, government, and academia. Attendees are invited to submit abstracts for presentation, and the on-site format includes selected displays of new technology developments. The symposium fosters engagement through Q&A sessions, dedicated breaks for discussions, and ample networking opportunities, highlighting the importance of collaborative innovation in the field of submarine technology. Its focus extends to anticipating and disrupting adversary technology, thereby enhancing strategic discussions surrounding undersea warfare. As a classified event, all participants, especially organizations presenting or exhibiting controlled data, are required to adhere to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).