ARES 2025

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August 21, 2025

The 20th International Conference on Availability, Reliability, and Security (ARES 2025) took center stage in Ghent, Belgium, from August 11-14, 2025, offering a platform for experts and enthusiasts to explore the latest developments in the field. Co-located with ARES 2025 was the 8th International Symposium for Industrial Control System & SCADA Cyber Security Research.

ARES 2025 in Numbers

This year’s ARES conference was a remarkable success, featuring:

169 Submitted Papers: Researchers and scholars from around the world presented their exceptional work, enriching the conference with diverse insights and innovative ideas. With an acceptance rate of 19,5% within regular papers.
ICS-CSR 2025: The co-location of ICS-CSR, the 8th International Symposium for Industrial Control System & SCADA Cyber Security Research brought together researchers with an interest in the security of industrial control systems in the light of their increasing exposure to cyber-space.
10th ARES EU Projects Symposium: This symposium offered a space for project presentations, fostering collaboration and networking among EU project stakeholders.
23 Workshops: With a diverse range of workshops, ARES 2025 catered to various fields and specialties. These workshops allowed attendees to dive deeper into specific topics and engage in interactive discussions.
12 Keynote Speakers: Leading experts in the field delivered inspiring talks and shared their perspectives on the range of availability, reliability, and security.

Key Takeaways

ARES 2025 was a melting pot of research, ideas and collaboration. With a diverse set of presentations and workshops, the conference provided valuable insights into the rapidly evolving fields of availability, reliability, and security. The co-location of ICS-CSR 2025 expanded the horizons even further.

The ARES EU Projects Symposium highlighted the importance of collaborative efforts in advancing security and reliability, offering attendees an opportunity to explore EU-funded projects and their potential impact.

The 12 keynote speakers brought their unique perspectives, enriching the conference with a wide array of topics, trends, and future directions.

ARES 2025 left a lasting impression on attendees, reinforcing its reputation as not only an exceptional conference in availability, reliability, and security but also setting the stage for collaborations and connections.

Stay tuned for more exciting developments and the next ARES conference in 2026.