Frequently Asked Questions

1.) Why have you called the event - UNCREWED ?

3.) Who should attend UNCREWED ?

4.)What makes UNCREWED different from other Drone or Tech Expos ?

2.) What is the technical meaning of UNCREWED ?

UNCREWED is designed for anyone involved in the future of autonomous and uncrewed systems. Whether you're driving innovation, shaping policy, investing in next-gen tech, or simply curious about where the world is heading - this event is for you.

Key audiences include:

• Industry Leaders & Innovators – From defence, mining, energy, and logistics to aerospace, robotics, and maritime.

• Startups & Scaleups – Showcasing breakthrough solutions and forging new partnerships.

• Government & Defence – Engaging with cutting-edge capabilities and national strategic technologies.

• Researchers & Academia – Sharing insights, technologies, and ideas from the frontier of autonomy and systems engineering.

• Investors & Technologists – Exploring commercial opportunities, emerging markets, and innovation pipelines.

• Regulators & Policy Makers – Shaping the frameworks for safe and ethical adoption of uncrewed technologies.

• Students & Future Workforce – Gaining real-world exposure to technologies shaping tomorrow’s careers.

If you’re involved in air, land, ocean, subsea, or space systems - or interested in how these platforms will reshape our industries, economy, and environment - UNCREWED 2026 is the place to be.

UNCREWED isn’t just a drone show or tech trade fair - it’s a next-generation systems showcase focused on the full spectrum of uncrewed and autonomous platforms across sea, air, land, and space.

Here’s what sets it apart:

• Cross-Domain Focus: Unlike traditional expos that focus only on drones or robotics, UNCREWED unites platforms across multiple domains - air, ground, maritime, and space - in one integrated event.

• Live, Large-Scale Demonstrations: Hosted at Claremont Showground, UNCREWED features live outdoor demonstrations and real-world applications - bringing systems to life, not just behind glass.

• National & Global Scope: UNCREWED brings together defence, government, industry, research, and startups on a single platform - fostering strategic collaboration, innovation, and investment.

• Future-Focused Mission: This isn’t just about tech - it’s about showcasing disruptive capability, sustainable innovation, and the systems that will redefine safety, exploration, and operations in the years ahead.

• Inclusive & Accessible: Designed to support early-stage innovators alongside major players, with affordable exhibition spaces and a culture of open collaboration.

UNCREWED is where bold ideas, breakthrough technologies, and the next generation of autonomous systems converge - live, in motion, and on a international stage.

Claremont Showground offers expansive warehouse-style spaces with concrete floors, making bump-in and bump-out of large displays and heavy equipment much easier and more practical than carpeted ballrooms. This rugged environment is ideal for showcasing substantial autonomous systems without the usual restrictions.

Moreover, the outdoor flexibility of Claremont enables live drone flights, vehicle trials, marine robotics demonstrations, and large-scale exhibits - experiences that are impossible to replicate inside any traditional convention centre. The venue can also accommodate larger crowds and supports vibrant, festival-style activations, creating an engaging and dynamic atmosphere for both industry and the public.

5.)Why Claremont Showground instead of PCEC or a Hotel Ballroom ?

6.)What day is UNCREWED open to the public ?

UNCREWED includes a dedicated public access day on Saturday, with a strong focus on STEM engagement, career pathways, and youth inspiration. (STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics - the foundation of tomorrow’s industries.)

Families, schools, students, and curious individuals are all encouraged to attend. The public day offers a rare opportunity to see autonomous systems in action, meet innovative companies, and explore potential careers in defence, tech, and emerging industries.

Including a public-facing component also makes UNCREWED - media-savvy and socially relevant - creating powerful photo and video opportunities, driving local engagement, and showcasing national innovation to a broader audience. It’s a future-focused experience that benefits both industry and community.

7.)How can my business exhibit or partner with UNCREWED ?

Simply email contact@auxi.live . Sponsorship, exhibitor, and innovation showcase packages are now open for early expressions of interest. Floorplan waitlists are forming now.

8.)What focus areas does UNCREWED 2026 represent ?

UNCREWED showcases the full spectrum of uncrewed and autonomous systems across the following key domains:

• Aerial Systems: Drones, UAVs, advanced air mobility, and AI-driven flight platforms

• Ground Robotics: UGVs, autonomous vehicles, inspection robots, and defence robotics

• Maritime & Subsea: Uncrewed surface vessels (USVs), ROVs, AUVs, and remote offshore systems

• Space & Near-Space Systems: Satellite launch, autonomous orbital platforms, and robotics for space and stratosphere operations

• Command, Control & AI: Autonomy-enabling technologies including software, sensors, navigation, and AI

• Enabling Tech: Communications, cybersecurity, battery systems, lightweight materials, edge computing, and data management

• Industry Applications: Use cases across defence, mining, energy, agriculture, emergency services, logistics, environment, and more

From mission-critical defence systems to emerging civil, research, and commercial applications, UNCREWED is where all sectors of the autonomy and uncrewed ecosystem connect.

9.)Why did you choose Perth for UNCREWED ?

Perth offers a strategic blend of location, industry presence, and venue versatility. Western Australia is a thriving hub for mining technology, defence, maritime operations, aerospace, and robotics - key sectors driving the future of autonomy and uncrewed systems.

The Claremont Showground provides a rare combination of expansive indoor exhibition halls and open outdoor arenas, perfectly suited to UNCREWED’s diverse showcase of platforms, robotics, and cutting-edge technology.

With growing interest from government, research institutions, and global tech companies, Perth is uniquely positioned to become the southern hemisphere’s leading centre for autonomous systems, uncrewed vehicles, and intelligent infrastructure.

10.)Will UNCREWED rotate locations or always be in Perth ?

UNCREWED Australia is proudly anchored in Perth to leverage Western Australia’s unique strengths - its strategic position as a hub for defence, mining, offshore industries, and advanced technology. The region’s geography and industrial base make it the perfect launchpad for an event focused on autonomy and intelligent systems.

As the UNCREWED platform grows, we’re exploring opportunities to expand internationally, including a potential trans-Tasman spin-off in Christchurch, New Zealand—broadening the brand and its global reach.

12.)How will UNCREWED be advertised to attract the right demographic of visitors ?

Yes. While UNCREWED champions national innovation in autonomy, it also embraces a broad spectrum of advanced technologies and intelligent systems. The event is designed to attract international exhibitors, investors, and delegations - especially from sectors where autonomy is driving transformative operational change worldwide.

11.)Will International companies be invited to attend ?

The success of UNCREWED depends on true teamwork between organisers, exhibitors, sponsors, and industry partners. We don’t just run the event and hope visitors show up - the strongest turnout happens when everyone collaborates to actively promote the expo.

Shared responsibility = stronger reach

Exhibitors and sponsors play a vital role by activating their own networks through email campaigns, social media, and client outreach. This collective effort creates a multiplier effect, building credibility and visibility across relevant communities.

In return, exhibitors benefit from reduced participation costs through in-kind sponsorship arrangements, where their promotional efforts directly support event marketing.

Why this matters

No single organiser can guarantee foot traffic alone - successful events rely on partners sharing the workload of audience engagement. By committing to promotion, exhibitors increase their own return on investment, attracting more qualified leads and meaningful connections.

Sponsors gain broader brand exposure as UNCREWED reaches audiences through multiple trusted channels.

Our support for you

We provide ready-made marketing toolkits, social media assets, and co-branded content to make promotion easy and effective. We also coordinate joint media campaigns, webinars, and announcements with partners to boost visibility.

Our national campaign targets key sectors, while our collective partner networks activate audiences at every level.

In short, UNCREWED is a partnership. If you choose to be a sponsor or exhibitor, your active involvement in promotion is crucial to unlocking the event’s full potential. Together, we build a bigger, better, and more engaged audience that benefits everyone.

13.)What is the cost to Exhibit ?

Exhibitor packages and pricing details for UNCREWED will be announced shortly.

We’ll be offering an early bird incentive - a limited-time opportunity for early commitments to secure prime booth locations and preferential pricing.

Our first in, best dressed policy means early registrants get the best choice of spots to maximize visibility and engagement.

Floor plans will be released in late July, so the best way to stay ahead is to sign up for our e-newsletter. That way, you’ll be the first to know when registrations open and can secure your preferred location.

14.)What is the ticket cost to attend ?

Trade and public admission ticket costs will depend on exhibitor uptake and sponsorship support. With strong partner and association involvement, fees are expected to remain minimal - significantly lower than comparable trade shows and conferences in this sector.

15.)What are your Sponsorship packages ?

UNCREWED offers a range of sponsorship opportunities designed to suit different levels of involvement and budgets. At the top tier, Title or Presenting Sponsors receive exclusive naming rights and the highest visibility across the event. Principal, Platinum, Gold, Silver, and Supporting sponsorship levels provide graduated branding and engagement benefits to fit various partner needs.

Beyond these levels, themed sponsorships allow brands to align with specific event elements such as the main stage, networking lounges, demo zones, registration desks, lanyards, tote bags, and social gatherings. Media sponsors and industry associations are also welcome to contribute through promotional collaborations and synergic initiatives.

We are now inviting sponsors to partner with UNCREWED for dedicated areas within the pavilion, especially the Sea, Air, Land, Space zones. These themed areas offer unique opportunities for brands to showcase their leadership and engage directly with targeted audiences.

Additionally, sponsors can target sector-specific opportunities within defence, aerospace, maritime, AI, and more - helping them connect directly with their key markets. Remember, it’s all teamwork: the more our exhibitors, sponsors, and partners collaborate, the stronger the event and its reach will be. We’re developing a comprehensive sponsorship menu and encourage interested partners to sign up for our e-newsletter to stay informed.

16.)When will the Event dates be announced ?

The exact dates will be announced shortly, but UNCREWED will take place over a Friday and Saturday in March 2026. Sign up for our e-newsletter to stay informed and receive the latest updates.

We chose the name UNCREWED to reflect the core focus of the event: showcasing the future of technologies that operate without people onboard - whether remotely controlled or fully autonomous.

“Uncrewed” is a modern, inclusive term used globally across defence, aerospace, marine, and robotics sectors to describe systems that replace or augment human presence in the field. From drones and ROV's to autonomous vehicles and robotic platforms, UNCREWED captures the scale and diversity of this fast-moving frontier - across air, land, oceans, subsea, and space.

It’s not just a name - it’s a statement about where the future is headed.

Technically, “uncrewed” refers to any vehicle, vessel, or system that operates without a human physically onboard. These systems are either:

• Remotely operated (e.g. by a human using a control station), or

• Autonomous (able to operate independently using pre-programmed logic, AI, or onboard sensors).

The term applies across multiple domains, including:

• ROVs - Remotely Operated Vehicle

• UAVs – Uncrewed Aerial Vehicles (drones)

• USVs – Uncrewed Surface Vessels

• UUVs/AUVs – Uncrewed or Autonomous Underwater Vehicles

• UGVs – Uncrewed Ground Vehicles

• Spacecraft – Robotic missions without human passengers

“Uncrewed” has replaced older terms like unmanned to reflect modern usage that is both more technically accurate and inclusive.