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# IDEX 2027 · Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates · Defense - Armament | TradeShowIntel

> IDEX 2027, the premier global defence exhibition, will take place from 25-29 January 2027 at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi under the patronage of President Sheikh Moha

URL: https://tradeshowintel.com/events/idex-2027

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# IDEX 2027

IDEX 2027, the premier global defence exhibition, will take place from 25-29 January 2027 at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi under the patronage of President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. The event features over 1,565 exhibitors, 65+ countries, live demos, and extensive networking opportunities. Co-located with NAVDEX 2027 (21-25 Jan) and the International Defence Conference on 19 Jan 2026.
IDEX 2027, the premier global defence exhibition, will take place from 25-29 January 2027 at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi under the patronage of President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. The event features over 1,565 exhibitors, 65+ countries, live demos, and extensive networking opportunities. Co-located with NAVDEX 2027 (21-25 Jan) and the International Defence Conference on 19 Jan 2026.

## Event details

- **Dates:** 25–29 Jan 2027

- **Location:** Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

- **Venue:** ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi

- **Industry:** Defense - Armament

- **Category:** Trade show

## Audience scale

- **Exhibitors:** 0+

## Why exhibit
Exhibit at IDEX to reach thousands of prime market leaders, OEMs, and international delegations. Network with top international and regional defense leaders, showcase new products to decision-makers, and position your brand as an innovative leader in defense technology solutions. Meet government decision makers and discover what drives the defense market in the Middle East and globally.

## Why visit
Visit IDEX to explore cutting-edge defense technologies from over 1,565 exhibitors across 65+ countries. Network with high-ranking military officials, government decision-makers, and industry leaders. Experience live demonstrations, product launches, and gain insights from the International Defence Conference.

## Exhibitor profile

- Defense Equipment Manufacturers

- Military Technology Providers

- Security Solutions Companies

- Aerospace & Defense Contractors

- Naval Systems Suppliers

- Cybersecurity Firms

- Surveillance Technology Companies

- Defense Consulting Firms

## Visitor profile

- Military Officials

- Government Decision Makers

- Defense Procurement Specialists

- Industry CEOs and Executives

- OEMs and Prime Contractors

- International Delegations

- Technology Innovators

- Research and Development Experts

## Industries

- Defense - Armament

- Security - Risk Management

- Aeronautics - Space

- Subcontracting, Suppliers & Partners

- Defence

- Security

- Military Technology