Industry Briefings 2025
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Army, is organizing Industry Briefings in conjunction with the Michigan Defense Expo (MDEX) 2025, scheduled for April 8-10, 2025, in Warren, Michigan. These briefings aim to disseminate information on ground vehicle systems technology and foster collaboration among industry, academia, and government entities, allowing participants to engage directly with GVSC technology leads through One-on-One meetings and at the GVSC booth. This event serves as a vital platform for sharing technical advancements and building partnerships in the field of ground vehicle systems technology. Interested representatives from businesses, educational institutions, and government organizations can register online until March 24, 2025, and should direct inquiries to Alycia Stockdale at Alycia.m.stockdale.ctr@army.mil.

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    Alycia.m.stockdale.ctr@army.mil
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    GVSC Briefing at MDEX 2025 Announcement.docx
    The U.S. Army DEVCOM Ground Vehicle Systems Center (GVSC) is organizing Industry Briefings in conjunction with the Michigan Defense Expo (MDEX) 2025, scheduled for April 8-10, 2025. The purpose of these briefings is to disseminate information on ground vehicle systems technology and facilitate collaboration among industry, academia, and government entities. Participants will have opportunities to engage with GVSC technology leads through One-on-One meetings and the GVSC booth at the Army Pavilion. Online registration for the event is open until March 24, 2025, targeting representatives from businesses, educational institutions, and government organizations interested in working with GVSC. It is emphasized that attendance is voluntary, and no reimbursements for costs are provided. The event does not constitute a formal solicitation for proposals, and any submitted information may be disclosed under the Freedom of Information Act. The briefing is noted as closed to media attendance, ensuring that discussions remain within the designated participants. Overall, this event serves as a platform for sharing technical advancements and fostering partnerships in ground vehicle systems technology.
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