Aviation Week by Informa’s Military Aviation, Logistics & Maintenance Symposium will be held in Orlando, April 21-23

This premier event is co-located with MRO Americas, the world’s largest aviation Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) event.

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, April 2, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Aviation Week by Informa’s Military Aviation, Logistics & Maintenance Symposium (#MALMS) will be held in Orlando, April 21-23

Aviation Week by Informa will host its Annual Military Aviation, Logistics and Maintenance Symposium (#MALMS) in Orlando, April 21-23, 2026, at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. This premier event is co-located with MRO Americas, the world’s largest aviation Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) event.

MALMS provides a dynamic platform for U.S. military leaders and the commercial aerospace industry to collaborate, share insights, and drive innovation in aircraft maintenance, logistics, and sustainment capabilities. The symposium will focus on critical topics such as operational readiness, process improvements, and modernization strategies to address the evolving needs of the defense and aerospace sectors.

Key Highlights of MALMS 2026:

• Engaging Discussions and Real-Time Insights: Attendees will gain valuable perspectives on military logistics, aircraft sustainment challenges, and modernization requirements directly from the leaders driving innovation in these areas.
• Distinguished Speaker Lineup: The event will feature an impressive roster of industry and military leaders, including:
o Peter Lengyel, President and CEO, Safran USA
o Kimberly Smith, Vice President, Quality, Operations & Execution, Boeing
o Col. Christopher C. McDonald II, Executive Officer, United States Marine Corps
o Jason Dickstein, General Counsel, Aviation Suppliers Association
o Matthieu Claybrough, CEO, Donecle
o Kevin Sampels, Senior Vice President, Systecon North America
o Dr. Lee K. Levy II, CEO, The Levy Group, LLC, and Board Member, National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA)
o Cynthia McCrary, Deputy Executive Director, AMCOM Logistics Center
o Bryan Moultis, U.S. Army Special Operations Command Capabilities Protection Cell, Army Criminal Investigation Division

Conference Agenda Topics Include:
• State of the Industry Forecast
• Supply Chain Risk Management
• Military Sustainment (OIB/DIB): Strategy & Modernization
• Data Analytics and Artificial Intelligence in MRO
• Orbital Intelligence: The Convergence of Innovation, Satellites, and AI
• Regional Defense Sustainment Solutions: Optimizing MRO Operations
• Diminishing Manufacturing Sources and Material Shortages
• Next-Generation 3D Advanced Manufacturing

The full list of speakers and the agenda can be found here: https://malms.aviationweek.com/en/conference/speakers.html

Roundtable Talks + Lunch:
Attendees will have the exclusive opportunity to participate in topic-focused roundtable lunch discussions led by industry experts and agenda speakers.
Choose your table based on your interests, connect with peers, and collaborate on solutions shaping the future of aviation maintenance and sustainment.

Military Pavilion and Networking Opportunities:
The MRO Americas Exhibition will feature a dedicated Military Pavilion, showcasing cutting-edge technology and solutions from 40 leading companies serving the U.S. military. Attendees will have the opportunity to explore specialized equipment and services, network with industry leaders, and foster partnerships to strengthen the defense industrial base. The MALMS Cocktail Reception, hosted by Peerless Aerospace will take place in the MALMS Pavilion Lounge, booth #828, providing the perfect opportunity to connect with defense industry professionals, military, and government personnel.

Exclusive Benefits for Military Personnel:
Admission is free for all active-duty and reserve members of the U.S. Armed Forces, as well as Department of War (DOW) civilian employees. The event includes two days of high-level speakers, a sold-out Military Pavilion, and ample networking opportunities.

Industry Sponsors:
MALMS 2026 is proudly sponsored by Elbit Systems of America, HEICO, NextGen Aero, and StandardAero.
Registration Details:
• Monday, April 20: 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.
• Tuesday, April 21, and Wednesday, April 22: 8 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
• Thursday, April 23: 8 a.m. – 1 p.m.

For more information and to register, visit: https://malms.aviationweek.com/.

Quote from Event Organizer:
“The Military Aviation, Logistics, and Maintenance Symposium is the premier event for fostering collaboration between U.S. military leaders and private sector stakeholders,” said Carol Wilkins, Senior Conference Producer for Aviation Week by Informa. “This event provides a unique opportunity to develop partnerships, enhance allied cooperation, and address critical challenges such as supply chain vulnerabilities and defense industrial base modernization.”
Don’t miss this unparalleled opportunity to engage with the leaders shaping the future of military aviation and logistics.

ABOUT AVIATION WEEK BY INFORMA
Aviation Week by Informa is the largest multimedia information and services provider for the global aviation, aerospace, and defense industries, serving 1.7 million professionals around the world. Industry professionals rely on Aviation Week to help them understand the market, make decisions, predict trends, and connect with people and business opportunities. Customers include the world's leading aerospace manufacturers and suppliers, airlines, airports, business aviation operators, militaries, governments and other organizations that serve this worldwide marketplace. Aviation Week’s portfolio delivers award-winning journalism, data, intelligence and analytical resources, world-class tradeshows and conferences, and results-driven marketing services and advertising is helping our customers succeed. Aviation Week is part of Informa Markets, a division of Informa PLC.

ABOUT INFORMA MARKETS
Informa Markets creates platforms for industries and specialist markets to trade, innovate and grow. Our portfolio is comprised of more than 550 international B2B events and brands in markets including Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals, Infrastructure, Construction & Real Estate, Fashion & Apparel, Hospitality, Food & Beverage, and Health & Nutrition, among others. We provide customers and partners around the globe with opportunities to engage, experience and do business through face-to-face exhibitions, specialist digital content and actionable data solutions. As the world’s leading exhibitions organizer, we bring a diverse range of specialist markets to life, unlocking opportunities and helping them to thrive 365 days of the year. For more information, please visit www.informamarkets.com.

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