Your gateway to Global Defence Opportunities.
Reach
out to thousands of prime market leaders, OEMs and international delegations.
Network
with top international and regional leaders in the defence industry.
Showcase
new products and be recognized by decision makers by participating in innovation awards.
Position
your brand as an innovative leader in defence technology solutions.
Meet
Government Decision Makers and powerful delegation
Discover
what drives the defence market in the middle east and globally.
The world military expenditure reached a record high with a total of USD 2443 billion in 2023.
Source: SIPRI
Join the world's leading defence companies who exhibit with us.
Who Visits?
Regional Attendees
The Central Location Of The United Arab Emirates Within The Middle East, And Its Reputation As A Hub On Innovation, Attracts Visitors From Countries Of The Surrounding Regions. These Include Representatives From Each Of The GCC (UAE, Oman, Bahrain, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia), North Africa And The Asian Subcontinent Countries. In 2021, 99% Of Visitors Said They Are Likely To Visit IDEX Again In 2023. Meanwhile, Around 57% Of Visitors In 2021 Attended To Keep Up To Date With New Products.
An International Audience
IDEX Is A Truly International Event, Attracting Visitors From Around The World, Including Officials And Decision Makers From Asia, Europe, America And Australasia. In Fact, In 2021, 93% Of Visitors Agreed That IDEX Is An Important Event For Their Business.
Official Delegations
Official Delegations From Around The World Are Invited To Attend IDEX, Hosted By The UAE Armed Forces. The Official Delegations Attend The Opening Ceremony And Tour The Exhibition During Their Daily Visits. Over AED 20 Billion Worth Of Deals Were Done By The UAE Armed Forces.
Senior Attendees
The Official Delegations Include Individuals And Representatives From Defence Ministers, Chiefs Of Staff And Army. Also Attending IDEX Are Local, Regional And International High Profile Visitors And Officials From Government, Industry And The Armed Forces.
Over 1200 companies will exhibit at IDEX 2025: indoors and across the marina on the water and on the dock edge.
