The La Jolla Dialogues: In Conversation with RADM Dirk Gartner

A private evening with RADM Dirk Gartner, German Navy's Director of Capability Development, on naval strategy and allied procurement.
About this Event

Germany's navy has undergone considerable changes over the past several years. A fleet long built around coastal and North Atlantic defense now deploys frigates to the Indo-Pacific, is investing heavily in unmanned systems, and faces growing pressure to expand its industrial base as NATO's demands increase. RADM Dirk Gartner sits at the center of that shift: as Director of Capability Development for the German Navy and incoming Director of Procurement, he will help determine what the German Navy builds, procures, and deploys next.

The La Jolla Center for Pacific Strategy is pleased to welcome RADM Gartner to the latest installment of The La Jolla Dialogues, our executive conversation series that brings senior diplomatic, military, and industry leaders together to work through the strategic questions shaping the Pacific.

RADM Gartner will speak on topics such as lessons learned from naval operations in an active conflict environment, the future of naval special forces training, allied shipbuilding and procurement challenges, and German Navy investment in unmanned systems and defense innovation, followed by a moderated Q&A.

The evening runs from 4:30 to 7:00 PM and opens with RADM Gartner's remarks, followed by a Q&A, and closing with a hostedreception. Remarks and the discussion that follows will be held under the Chatham House Rule.

Featured Remarks:

• RADM Dirk Gartner, Director of Capability Development, German Navy (incoming Director of Procurement)

Program:

• 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM: RADM Gartner Remarks and Q&A
• 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM: Hosted Reception

Location

The event will be held in Room 107 of the Learning Commons.

Parking

Paid parking is available in the West Parking Structure at the University of San Diego. Please allow time to walk up to campus or to ride the complimentary shuttles to the top of the hill.

About The La Jolla Center for Pacific Strategy

The La Jolla Center for Pacific Strategy convenes leaders from across government, industry, and academia to address the Pacific's most pressing challenges. Based in San Diego, we advance dialogue, research, and leadership development to support a secure, prosperous, and cooperative Pacific Hemisphere.

The La Jolla Center for Pacific Strategy is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.

Learn more: https://thelajollacenter.org/