The Australian Defence Science, Technology and Research (ADSTAR) Summit 2026 is an in-person event designed to foster collaboration across the Defence enterprise and the Innovation, Science and Technology (IS&T) ecosystem.

Held over 3 days, ADSTAR explores The Art Of the Possible through a plenary program structured around 4 themes aligned with the Defence IS&T Strategy's strategic lines of effort: 

• Anticipating the Future
• Experimentation
• Integrated Ecosystem
• Mission Driven.

ADSTAR provides the opportunity to build new relationships and strengthen existing partnerships across the ecosystem.

Advanced Strategic Capabilities Accelerator (ASCA) is pleased to again play a prominent role at the ADSTAR Summit, offering a range of opportunities for attendees to engage directly with ASCA initiatives, personnel and programs.

Engagement opportunities

The engagement opportunities are listed below.

ASCA Pitch Day 2026 – Resilient Command and Control 

For more information about this event and to register visit ASCA Pitch Day 2026 – Resilient Command and Control event page.

Exhibiter stall

ASCA will be exhibiting from 4 – 6 August 2026. The team welcomes engagement with industry, academia and government stakeholders to discuss current activities, innovation priorities and opportunities for collaboration across the Defence innovation ecosystem.  

Meet with ASCA

Attendees wishing to arrange a dedicated meeting with ASCA can submit requests via email at asca.outreach@defence.gov.au.

ASCA looks forward to actively contributing to ADSTAR 2026 and building meaningful connections across the IS&T ecosystem.