The Future Takes Flight: What to Expect at AUVSI XPONENTIAL 2025
Drones, AI, and the Next Wave of Robotics
Mark your calendars for May 19–22, when the George R. Brown Convention Center in Houston becomes ground zero for cutting-edge tech. AUVSI XPONENTIAL 2025 is back, bringing together the brightest minds in drones, robotics, and AI. With a focus on Infrastructure, Technical R&D, Data & Analytics, and Cybersecurity & Policy, this year’s event promises to be a launchpad for innovation.
“XPONENTIAL isn’t just a trade show—it’s where the industry’s future is built,” says one organizer. “From defense to disaster response, the applications are limitless.”
At Booth 2608, AirData UAV will showcase its platform, which supports 350,000+ users and processes 25,000 daily flights. Their tools—like fleet management and LAANC approvals—are revolutionizing how enterprises deploy drones. Meanwhile, Ascent AeroSystems (Booth 1821) will highlight rugged drones like the Spirit and NX30, plus the sub-250g Helius. Don’t miss their panel on scaling US drone operations on May 20 at 2:00 PM.
From GIS to Thermal Imaging: The Tech on Display
Beyond drones, the expo floor features 350+ exhibitors. Blue Marble Geographics brings GIS tools, while Censys Technologies demoes BVLOS (Beyond Visual Line of Sight) drones. Gremsy’s gimbals and Teledyne FLIR’s thermal imaging tech will also draw crowds. And keep an eye on Skyfish, which will unveil its new Osprey drone—a game-changer for industrial inspections.
“The Osprey isn’t just another drone—it’s a leap in durability and precision,” says a Skyfish engineer. “It’s built for the real world.”
Keynotes will tackle autonomy, defense, and policy, while side events like the XPO Rodeo networking party and the DRONERESPONDERS Public Safety Forum offer chances to connect. Sessions on AI and industry applications round out the agenda, ensuring there’s something for every tech enthusiast.
Ready to join? Registration is live at xponential.org. Whether you’re a developer, policymaker, or just drone-curious, XPONENTIAL 2025 is where the future lands first.
