Heading to XPONENTIAL 2025? Essential Partners, Innovations, and Keynotes in Houston
AUVSI XPONENTIAL will return to Houston’s George R. Brown Convention Center from May 19-22, 2025. This premier event gathers top innovators from the drone, robotics, and AI sectors to shape the industry’s future. DRONELIFE is excited to highlight key partners, essential sessions, and innovations you won’t want to overlook.
What to Expect at XPONENTIAL 2025
XPONENTIAL 2025 promises a comprehensive agenda filled with keynotes, educational sessions, hands-on demonstrations, and networking opportunities. Attendees will gain first-hand insight into the latest advancements within the drone industry, including platforms, sensors, software, and public safety solutions. This year’s conference revolves around four main themes: Infrastructure and Operations, Technical Research and Development, Data and Analytics, and Cybersecurity and Policy Regulations.
Meet Our Partners!
AirData UAV
Booth 2608
The premier online platform for drone fleet data management, AirData UAV serves over 350,000 users and processes 25,000 flights each day. Their platform offers flight safety analytics, maintenance tracking, pilot management, and quick LAANC approvals, making it essential for large fleet operations and public safety organizations.
Ascent AeroSystems
Booth 1821
Ascent AeroSystems specializes in rugged, NDAA-compliant coaxial UAVs, perfect for demanding missions. Their modular drones, including the Spirit, NX30, and the new Helius under 250g, are designed for portability, durability, and quick mission adaptability.
Don’t Miss: On Tuesday, May 20 at 2:00 PM in Room 350 EF, Ascent will host a panel discussion focusing on scaling in the US drone ecosystem. Industry leaders will strategize on scaling drone operations, incorporating new technologies, and navigating regulatory challenges.
Blue Marble Geographics
Booth 2709
A leader in GIS and geodetic software, Blue Marble provides tools such as Geographic Calculator® and Global Mapper® for spatial data conversion, lidar, and photogrammetric analysis of drone imagery, supporting desktop, cloud, and mobile environments.
Censys Technologies
Booth 2404
Censys Technologies offers American-made, NDAA-compliant Sentaero 6 drones suited for BVLOS operations and flexibility with multiple payloads. Their drones work seamlessly with the AI-powered CensWise platform to transition from data capture to actionable insights—perfect for infrastructure inspection and asset monitoring.
Korean Drone Innovation Showcase
Booth 2621 (Korea Pavilion)
This pavilion features leading South Korean drone companies, organized by KIAST, showcasing advanced drone technologies and fostering international collaboration.
Gremsy
Booth 3829
Gremsy is a global leader in drone gimbal technology, offering stable and precise solutions compatible with numerous UAVs, vital for mapping, inspections, and cinematography.
Teledyne FLIR
Booth 2039
Teledyne FLIR delivers top-tier thermal and visible imaging, advanced analytics, and threat detection capabilities across public safety, defense, and industrial inspection applications.
DeTect Inc
Booth 3205
DeTect specializes in advanced radar systems and remote sensing solutions. Their HARRIER Airspace Surveillance Radar aids BVLOS operations and drone detection, enhancing airspace safety and security.
Sonetics
Booth 2824
Sonetics produces wireless headsets that improve communication between drone pilots and ground teams, helping to reduce errors and boost mission success.
Inspired Flight
Booth 2505
Manufactured in the U.S., Inspired Flight’s drones are designed for commercial and governmental missions, facilitating efficient workflows in surveying, photogrammetry, and inspections.
Skyfish
Booth 3812
Skyfish focuses on high-precision drone platforms for creating 3D models, inspecting, and producing digital twins of important infrastructure. The Osprey drone will debut at XPONENTIAL as an enterprise solution for surveying with advanced sensors.
Warren Community College
Booth 4315
WarrenUAS is a leader in drone education, providing hands-on training and certifications to prepare students for careers in various industries including public safety and agriculture.
Keynote Speakers: Influential Voices in the Industry
XPONENTIAL 2025 will feature daily keynotes from notable figures in the fields of autonomy, defense, and policy. This year’s lineup includes:
- Lieutenant General Francis L. Donovan – Vice Commander, U.S. Special Operations Command
- Sue Gordon – Former Principal Deputy Director of National Intelligence, U.S.
- Major General Michelle Link – Commanding General, 75th Innovation Command, U.S. Army Reserve
- Matt Ocko – Co-Founder and Managing Partner, DCVC
- Chris Rocheleau – Acting Administrator, Federal Aviation Administration
- Jim VandeHei – Co-Founder and CEO of Axios, Former CEO of POLITICO
These speakers will discuss future developments in autonomy, regulatory changes, and the integration of uncrewed systems across multiple disciplines, paving the way for the next era in the industry.
Noteworthy Highlights at the Show
Kick off XPONENTIAL 2025 at the XPO Rodeo, hosted by AUVSI’s Lone Star chapter. This networking event promises great food, live music, and the chance to meet fellow professionals.
Another highlight includes the DRONERESPONDERS Public Safety Forum, which spans four days, catering to law enforcement, fire, emergency management, and critical infrastructure experts.
The Innovation & Solutions Theaters present the latest advancements in autonomy, AI, and diverse industry applications via showcases from top exhibitors.
Prepare for Your XPONENTIAL 2025 Experience
With 350+ exhibitors, an extensive conference program, and a worldwide audience, XPONENTIAL 2025 is the pivotal event for anyone invested in the future of drones and autonomy. For registration and event details, check out xponential.org.
Mark your calendars, plan your booth explorations, and prepare to connect with the visionaries shaping the future of aviation!
