PENNSYLVANIA DEFENSE AND INNOVATION SUMMIT

For 250 years, Pennsylvania has done more than support America’s defense—it has powered it. From shipbuilding in Philadelphia and munitions in the Lehigh Valley to advanced manufacturing across the Commonwealth, Pennsylvania has long delivered the industrial strength, technology, and talent that power America’s defense.

Today, that legacy is entering a new era. Pennsylvania’s engineers, researchers, manufacturers, and entrepreneurs are advancing the technologies that will define the future of defense ranging from high-precision manufacturing and critical minerals to robotics, automation, artificial intelligence, and space.

The 2026 Pennsylvania Defense & Innovation Summit will bring together America’s leading defense and technology leaders, including senior military commanders, industry CEOs, investors, innovators, workforce developers, and entrepreneurs, to accelerate innovation and strengthen America’s defense industrial base. Major investment and partnership announcements will be made at the Summit.

The Summit will also feature a curated Defense Expo and Industry Day showcasing Pennsylvania’s leading defense companies, emerging startups, and critical suppliers, creating direct connections with government procurement officials, prime contractors, and private capital.

With world-class infrastructure, a highly skilled workforce, and a rich manufacturing heritage, Pennsylvania is uniquely positioned to build the next generation of American defense capabilities and attract investment in the industries that strengthen our national security.