Overview

In partnership with Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS), a division of Huntington Ingalls Industries (HII), NCMS will be co-hosting the NNS Technology Accelerator October 27-29 in Newport News, VA.

For more than 140 years, Newport News Shipbuilding has built ships that have served the nation in peace and war, in times of adversity and in times of abundance. The legacy of 'Always Good Ships' includes the design, construction, overhaul, and repair of more than 800 ships for the U.S. Navy and commercial customers.

As a global, all-domain defense provider, NNS is looking beyond the technologies of today to identify the innovative processes and breakthrough technologies of tomorrow that will continue to strengthen the capabilities of the U.S. Navy fleet.

The NNS Technology Accelerator offers industry and academic partners a rare opportunity to engage with NNS designers, engineers, and leadership and gain insight into the newest class of ships before they join the fleet. Stay tuned for more information coming soon about desired capabilities, registration requirements, lodging information, and more.

Location

Holiday Inn Newport News - Hampton by IHG

980 Omni Blvd

Newport News, Virginia 23606

Price

Exhibitor & Exhibitor Support

$250

Government & NNS Personnel

$0

When

October 27th - 29th, 2026

Deadlines

Exhibitor & Exhibitor Support Registration

Friday, October 9th, 2026

Agenda

Day - 01

27

October

12:00 PM to 04:00 PM

Setup

Day - 02

28

October

07:00 AM to 04:00 PM

Technology Accelerator

Day - 03

29

October

07:00 AM to 02:00 PM

Technology Accelerator

Desired Capabilities

Adhesives to Replace Common Tasks

Consumable Material Logistics

Corrosion Detection

Corrosion Prevention

Corrosion Protection

Fire Protection and Control

Material / Equipment Logistics

  • Material / Equipment Location Tracking
  • Equipment Condition Awareness

Metal Working

Painting

Robotics

Safety

  • Fall Protection
  • Communication Headsets
  • Other PPE

Structural Adhesives to Replace Welding

Tool Management

  • Tracking

Exhibitor Information

Exhibition spaces are limited so reserve yours quickly. Additionally, only one space will be allocated per company. To provide the most impact, actual demonstrations of capabilities when applicable are highly encouraged. If you have any questions about being an exhibitor, please contact eventsupport@ncms.org


How to get the most out of your participation

Each exhibitor's space will be visited by individuals representing Government, Industry, and Academia. Please have a prepared "elevator" description of your technology and how it will benefit maintenance and sustainment efforts. This prepared speech should engage your audience quickly. Be prepared to demonstrate your technology or offer a short presentation on how your technology works. Be sure that you have deliverables that speak to the benefits of your technology, and if possible, create handouts or other marketing collateral.

Exhibitor registration is valid for the entire conference.  It is encouraged to participate in all general sessions and breakouts, in additional to the tabletop reception.

Actionable Items

  • Make sure your team has an elevator speech. Be prepared to describe your technology solution/service and its benefits in 30 seconds or less.
  • Demo, demo, demo! Demonstrations draw attention at the event.
  • Bring plenty of collateral!
  • Keep your exhibit space staffed. Traffic is unpredictable and intermittent, so plan to have a representative at your table during all show hours.
  • Refrain from packing up or leaving before the event ends. An empty tabletop reflects poorly upon your company/organization.
  • Online Directory: As a part of exhibitor registration, you are required to submit company and technical abstracts.


Exhibit Space

Exhibitor registration includes one 6' table with (2) chairs.  Due to limited space, only one exhibitor space will be allocated per company.

Electricity

Electricity is available throughout the room, but it is limited.  Extension cords and power strips will not be provided.  Exhibitors will be responsible for providing their own extension cords.  Be sure they are long enough to extend across a room.

Event Security

No security staffing will be provided during the event or after hours for the exhibition areas.  Be sure to remove valuable items each evening.  NCMS shall, under no circumstances, be liable for any lost, stolen, or damaged items.

Accommodations

Holiday Inn Newport News - Hampton
980 Omni Blvd
Newport News, VA 23606


A block of rooms has been reserved for this event.  Rates will be available until Sunday, September 27th, 2026, or until rooms sell out.

When making reservations, please identify yourself as being part of the HII-NNS Shipbuilding Accelerator Event and refer to group code SAE.

To make a reservation over the phone, please call the Holiday Inn Newport News- Hampton directly at 757-223-2110.  Alternatively, you may call the toll free number for Holiday Inn Central Reservations at 800-465-4329.

Reservations can also be made online using the link below.

Exhibitor Directory

Coming Soon