The International Military Helicopter Conference is the longest-standing and most respected forum dedicated to rotary wing capability development and cooperation, now in its 25th year. Organized by Defence IQ, IMH annually welcomes 500+ attendees from 60+ nations including military leaders, operators, procurement heads, and industry experts to shape the future of vertical lift. The 2026 conference returns to Novotel London West and focuses on the evolution of rotorcraft capabilities in the context of modern battlefield challenges against peer and near-peer adversaries. Key topics include tactical integration of uncrewed and autonomous systems for lift, find, and attack missions; development of next-generation rotorcraft platforms; observations and lessons from current conflicts including Ukraine and Gaza; updates on major programmes including FLRAA, NMH and NGRC; modernization of existing platforms to enhance performance and survivability; advanced avionics, connectivity and communication systems; optimising sustainment and MRO for current and future fleets; and the future role of rotary aviation in multi-domain battlespace. The conference features keynote presentations, panel discussions, technical briefings, and networking opportunities with decision-makers driving advancements in rotorcraft technology and operations.