ARES 2026

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August 31, 2026

The 21th International Conference on Availability, Reliability, and Security (ARES 2026) took center stage in Linköping, Sweden , from August 24 – 27, 2026, offering a platform for experts and enthusiasts to explore the latest developments in the field. The conference was jointly organised by Linköpings universitet (LiU) and SBA Research.

ARES 2026 in Numbers

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

46 ARES main-track papers/139 workshop papers: Researchers and scholars from around the world presented their exceptional work, enriching the conference with diverse insights and innovative ideas.
11th ARES EU Projects Symposium: This symposium offered a space for project presentations, fostering collaboration and networking among EU project stakeholders including 6 workshops.
24 Workshops: With a diverse range of workshops, ARES 2026 catered to various fields and specialties. These workshops allowed attendees to dive deeper into specific topics and engage in interactive discussions.
65 technical & industry sessions
15 keynote/invited keynote talks (including 3 main keynotes): Leading experts in the field delivered inspiring talks and shared their perspectives on the range of availability, reliability, and security.

Key Takeaways

ARES 2026 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 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 keynote speakers brought their unique perspectives, enriching the conference with a wide array of topics, trends, and future directions.

ARES 2026 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 2027.