Trade show
World Defense Show 2028
World Defense Show is a global defense exhibition founded by Saudi Arabia's General Authority for Military Industries (GAMI). Held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, the event gathers defense leaders, manufacturers, and innovators for live demonstrations, multi-domain showcases, and strategic partnerships. The next edition is scheduled for January 2028.
World Defense Show is a global defense exhibition founded by Saudi Arabia's General Authority for Military Industries (GAMI). Held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, the event gathers defense leaders, manufacturers, and innovators for live demonstrations, multi-domain showcases, and strategic partnerships. The next edition is scheduled for January 2028.
Event details
- Dates: Jan 16, 2028
- Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
- Venue: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
- Industry: Defense
- Category: Trade show
Audience scale
- Exhibitors: 773+
- Attendees: 106,000+
Why exhibit
World Defense Show offers defense and security companies an unparalleled platform to showcase cutting-edge technologies, connect with global decision-makers, and secure multi-billion-dollar partnerships. With live demonstrations across air, land, sea, space, and autonomous domains, exhibitors gain direct access to senior government officials, military delegations, and industry leaders from over 80 countries. The event's focus on defense integration and Saudi Vision 2030 provides strategic opportunities for localization and long-term collaboration.
Why visit
Attendees to World Defense Show experience the future of defense integration through live air and land demonstrations, multi-domain showcases, and government-led programs. Visitors can network with global defense leaders, explore cutting-edge technologies from hundreds of exhibitors, and participate in content programs covering the latest trends in defense, security, and aerospace. The event also offers unique insights into Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 and defense localization initiatives.
Exhibitor profile
- Defense systems and equipment
- Aerospace and aviation
- Naval systems
- Land systems
- Air defense
- Cybersecurity
- Autonomous systems and drones
- Satellite and space technology
- Military electronics
- Security and surveillance
Visitor profile
- Government defense officials
- Military procurement officers
- Defense industry executives
- National security agencies
- Military delegations
- Technology innovators
- Research and development professionals
- Defense contractors
- Aerospace engineers
- Supply chain managers
Industries
- Defense
- Military
- Aerospace
- Security
- Technology