Trade show
NIDV Exhibition Defence & Security 2026
NEDS 2026 is the 37th edition of the annual NIDV Exhibition Defence & Security, taking place on November 19, 2026, at Ahoy Rotterdam, Netherlands. This one-day international trade show focuses on defence and security industries, featuring over 200 exhibitors showcasing innovations across land, air, naval, cyber, and space domains. It attracts 4500+ visitors, including 30+ international delegations, and includes a plenary session, industry matchmaking, and networking opportunities with key decision-makers.
NEDS 2026 is the 37th edition of the annual NIDV Exhibition Defence & Security, taking place on November 19, 2026, at Ahoy Rotterdam, Netherlands. This one-day international trade show focuses on defence and security industries, featuring over 200 exhibitors showcasing innovations across land, air, naval, cyber, and space domains. It attracts 4500+ visitors, including 30+ international delegations, and includes a plenary session, industry matchmaking, and networking opportunities with key decision-makers.
Event details
- Dates: Nov 19, 2026
- Location: Rotterdam, Netherlands
- Venue: Ahoy Rotterdam
- Industry: Defence
- Category: Trade show
Audience scale
- Exhibitors: 200+
- Attendees: 4,500+
Why exhibit
Exhibit at NEDS to showcase your products and services to a highly targeted audience of industry leaders, government representatives, and key decision-makers from over 30 international delegations. The event offers a compact, efficient format where you can connect with the entire defence and security ecosystem in a single day. With 4500+ visitors and a reputation for high-level exhibitors, NEDS provides excellent networking opportunities, potential contract signings, and visibility within the European defence market.
Why visit
Visit NEDS to discover the latest innovations across all defence and security domains—land, air, naval, sensors, cybersecurity, and space—from international exhibitors. In one efficient day, you can meet industry leaders, attend a plenary session with keynote speakers, and network with government officials and international delegations. The event is ideal for procurement professionals, military personnel, policymakers, and industry executives looking to stay updated on market trends and forge valuable partnerships.
Exhibitor profile
- Defence contractors
- Aerospace manufacturers
- Naval systems providers
- Cybersecurity firms
- Sensor technology companies
- Unmanned systems developers
- Security equipment suppliers
- IT and communications providers
Visitor profile
- Government officials
- Military personnel
- Defence procurement officers
- Industry executives
- Policy makers
- Research and development professionals
- International delegation members
- Security consultants
Industries
- Defence
- Security
Organisers
- Netherlands Industries for Defence and Security (NIDV)