IDEX · Capital Events
International Defence Exhibition and Conference
Delegates
206,000+
Countries
65+
Duration
5 days · 25 Jan 2027 – 29 Jan 2027
Frequency
Biennial
About this congress
IDEX (International Defence Exhibition & Conference) is a biennial arms and defence technology sales exhibition, and one of the world's largest defence exhibitions. It serves as a global platform for showcasing cutting-edge defence technologies and fostering collaboration among international defence entities. The event brings together defence manufacturers, government officials, military leaders, security experts, and international decision-makers to explore the latest technologies across land, sea, and air domains. It includes conferences, live demonstrations, interactive exhibits, and dedicated zones for startups and innovation. IDEX is recognized as a strategic platform where major defence contracts are discussed, innovations are unveiled, and high-level delegations meet face to face.
Key details
- City & country
- Abu Dhabi, AE
- Dates
- 25 Jan 2027 – 29 Jan 2027
- Duration
- 5 days
- Frequency
- Biennial
- Format
- In-person
- Rotation pattern
- Fixed
- Commercial type
- Trade ShowExhibitionConferenceB2B
- Official website
- www.idexuae.ae — register free for link access
Who attends
Programme
Tracks
Networking events
- IDEX and NAVDEX Start-up Zone
- Innovation Journey
- IDEX Talks
- International Defence Conference (IDC)
- High-level roundtables
- Live demonstrations
- Interactive exhibits
- Real-world simulations