Industry Day Announcement - Undersea Systems Advanced Development (PEO IWS 5A)
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNAVSEA HQWASHINGTON NAVY YARD, DC, 20376-5000, USA
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    The Department of Defense, through the Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA), is hosting an Industry Day focused on advanced development for its Undersea Systems portfolio under the Program Executive Office Integrated Warfare Systems (PEO IWS 5A). This event aims to engage industry partners in discussions about Fleet undersea system needs and capability gaps, fostering collaboration and exploring potential solutions. The Industry Day will take place on March 11, 2026, at the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory in Laurel, Maryland, and will include presentations from PEO IWS 5A leadership and networking opportunities. Interested parties should note that registration details and additional information will be provided in future updates, and participation requires a valid security clearance. For inquiries, contact Benjamin Smallenbroek at benjamin.m.smallenbroek.civ@us.navy.mil or Phoebe Fisher at phoebe.g.fisher.civ@us.navy.mil.

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