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    Dates

    23–25 Mar 2027

    City / country

    Nadarzyn, Poland

    Venue

    Ptak Warsaw Expo

    Time

    10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

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    Event overview

    Overview

    DUAL-USE Poland Expo is a trade fair showcasing technologies, components, and manufacturing solutions for both civilian and strategic sectors.

    It highlights innovations in precision manufacturing, electronics, AI, cybersecurity, and more.

    TL;DR

    1. 1Dates and Venue: DUAL-USE Poland Expo runs from March 23-25, 2027, at Ptak Warsaw Expo in Nadarzyn, Poland.
    2. 2Scale and Focus: This inaugural edition aims to connect industry leaders in dual-use technologies, with a focus on innovation and strategic applications.
    3. 3Organiser: The event is organised by Ptak Warsaw Expo, a leading venue for trade fairs in Poland.
    4. 4Buyer Authority: Attendees will include decision-makers from industries such as defense, technology, and manufacturing.
    5. 5Entry: Free registration is available online for all attendees.

    Why visit

    Attendees will gain insights into the latest advancements in dual-use technologies, network with industry leaders, and explore potential business partnerships. Dates and Venue: DUAL-USE Poland Expo runs from March 23-25, 2027, at Ptak Warsaw Expo in Nadarzyn, Poland. Organiser: The event is organised by Ptak Warsaw Expo, a leading venue for trade fairs in Poland. Buyer Authority: Attendees will include decision-makers from industries such as defense, technology,.

    Why exhibit

    Exhibitors will have the opportunity to showcase their innovations to a targeted audience, enhance brand visibility, and engage directly with key decision-makers in the industry. Scale and Focus: This inaugural edition aims to connect industry leaders in dual-use technologies, with a focus on innovation and strategic applications. Organiser: The event is organised by Ptak Warsaw Expo, a leading venue for trade fairs in Poland. Buyer Authority: Attendees will include.

    Attendees, exhibitors & solutions

    Who this event is for

    Visitor profile

    Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.

    Industry executives and decision-makers
    Technical directors and R&D heads
    Procurement managers and sourcing departments
    Public sector representatives and crisis management officials
    Military and defense technology buyers
    Startups and innovation ecosystem participants

    Exhibitor profile

    Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.

    Manufacturers of dual-use technologies
    CNC and precision manufacturing companies
    3D printing and rapid prototyping suppliers
    Electronics and embedded systems producers
    Cybersecurity and digital infrastructure firms
    Robotics and autonomous systems developers

    Product categories

    Key solution areas showcased across the event.

    Dual-use technologies and components
    Advanced materials and protective coatings
    Specialized electronics and detection systems
    AI and data analysis solutions
    Cybersecurity and digital resilience technologies
    Energy and power systems for operational independence

    Location & Facilities

    Venue

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    Halls & areas

    1
    Hall B

    Ptak Warsaw Expo

    Al. Katowicka 62, 05-830 Nadarzyn, Poland

    Entrances & gates

    Main Entrance

    Hall B

    Floor plans & maps

    Floor plan (PDF)Official venue page

    Facilities

    Parking

    For the convenience of our guests, the car park is free of charge.

    Food options

    Food outlets available on-site.

    On-site dining

    Parking: Free parking available for visitors.

    Attend

    Entry & tickets

    Free registration

    Event days & opening times

    DayOpening hours
    23 March –10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
    24 March –10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
    25 March –10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
    Register

    Build-up & tear-down

    Setup starts21 Mar 2027
    Setup ends22 Mar 2027
    Teardown starts25 Mar 2027
    Teardown ends26 Mar 2027

    Who runs the show

    Organisers

    Ptak Warsaw Expo

    CallWebsite

    How the last edition performed

    Previous edition

    Impact

    A bigger and stronger platform

    DUAL-USE Poland Expo is a trade fair showcasing technologies, components, and manufacturing solutions for both civilian and strategic sectors. It highlights innovations in precision manufacturing, electronics, AI, cybersecurity, and more. The DUAL-USE Poland Expo serves as a vital platform for showcasing technologies that have both civilian and military applications, fostering innovation and collaboration in critical sectors. Join us at DUAL-USE Poland Expo from March 23-25, 2027, at Ptak Warsaw Expo, Nadarzyn,.

    Audience quality

    High-value decision-makers

    Visitors typically include Industry executives and decision-makers, Technical directors and R&D heads, Procurement managers and sourcing departments, Public sector representatives and crisis management officials. Dates and Venue: DUAL-USE Poland Expo runs from March 23-25, 2027, at Ptak Warsaw Expo in Nadarzyn, Poland. Scale and Focus: This inaugural edition aims to connect industry leaders in dual-use technologies, with a focus on innovation and strategic applications. Organiser: The event is organised by Ptak.

    Exhibitor outcomes

    Real business growth

    Exhibitors will have the opportunity to showcase their innovations to a targeted audience, enhance brand visibility, and engage directly with key decision-makers in the industry. Scale and Focus: This inaugural edition aims to connect industry leaders in dual-use technologies, with a focus on innovation and strategic applications. Organiser: The event is organised by Ptak Warsaw Expo, a leading venue for trade fairs in Poland. Buyer Authority: Attendees will include. Exhibitor categories include Manufacturers of.

    Intelligence

    Market context

    Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.

    Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) — Poland, anchored on the Warsaw–Nadarzyn corridor, which concentrates the country's defence-industrial primes, electronics suppliers and security-technology buyers within a 30 km radius of Ptak Warsaw Expo.

    Why it matters

    For security integrators, consultants, and end-users, DUAL-USE Poland Expo on 2027-03-23 to 2027-03-25 at Ptak Warsaw Expo is the key Italian window to compare video, access, intrusion, fire, and cyber-physical platforms before year-end budgets close — co-located buyers use it to shortlist vendors for 2028 rollouts.

    Industry trends

    Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.

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    AI video analytics at the edge

    What ai video analytics at the edge means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.

    02

    Cyber-physical convergence

    What cyber-physical convergence means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.

    03

    Cloud-managed access and identity

    What cloud-managed access and identity means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.

    04

    Regulatory and compliance pressure

    What regulatory and compliance pressure means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.

    05

    Critical infrastructure hardening

    What critical infrastructure hardening means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.

    European dual-use and defence technology circuit

    Book hotels and exhibitor meetings 8–12 weeks before opening day; the CEE defence circuit clusters in spring and early autumn, so travel budgets should be set a quarter ahead.

    Buyers sourcing dual-use components, sensors and secure communications typically plan DUAL-USE Poland Expo alongside the major European defence and security fairs to compare specifications, pricing and service coverage across markets. MSPO in Kielce is the closest national comparator; Eurosatory, DSEI, Enforce Tac and IDEX cover the wider allied procurement calendar.

    Pre-show

    Confirm exhibitor meetings, product demonstrations and export-control documentation for DUAL-USE Poland Expo.

    Show week

    Hall walk-throughs, live system demonstrations and supplier negotiations across the dual-use and defence-electronics zones.

    Peer events are established sector fairs; verify dates and hall allocations on each organiser website before booking travel.

    Plan your trip

    Travel & logistics

    Local currency · PLN

    Arrival airports

    Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.

    WAW

    Warsaw Chopin Airport

    to venue

    by car

    Hotel tiers

    A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.

    Budget
    Nadarzyn / Michałowice / Raszyn

    Not yet confirmed

    Small guesthouses and three-star properties within 10–20 minutes of the halls; book early because the Nadarzyn belt is compact and fills during trade events.

    Mid-range
    Pruszków / Piaseczno / Warsaw south-west

    Not yet confirmed

    Business-class hotels 15–30 minutes from Ptak Warsaw Expo with parking and breakfast; a good balance of comfort and short commute.

    Premium
    Warsaw city centre / airport district

    Not yet confirmed

    Full-service international hotels in Warsaw, 30–60 minutes from the venue and convenient for city-centre meetings plus the show shuttle buses.

    Local transport

    Get around the city with these convenient transport options.

    taxi

    Estimated costPLN 90–140
    Best forWarsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) to Ptak Warsaw Expo

    25–40 minutes off-peak via the S8/DK92 corridor; use the licensed ranks or the app-based pickup zone at arrivals. Bolt and Uber typically sit at the lower end of the band.

    train

    Estimated costPLN 6.70 SKM ticket + PLN 60–90 taxi
    Best forWAW → Warszawa Centralna (SKM S2/S3), then taxi or bus to Nadarzyn

    About 20 minutes by rail into central Warsaw; Nadarzyn has no passenger station, so complete the trip by taxi or the event shuttle from the city.

    bus

    Estimated costPLN 4.40 single journey, PLN 15 24-hour ticket
    Best forZTM Warszawa regional buses along the Raszyn–Nadarzyn corridor

    ZTM ticketing covers Warsaw and suburban lines; the run from western Warsaw takes 40–55 minutes and drops within walking distance of the Ptak Warsaw Expo entrance.

    bus

    Estimated costFree for registered trade visitors
    Best forComplimentary show shuttle, central Warsaw hotels → Ptak Warsaw Expo

    Ptak Warsaw Expo operates free shuttle buses on show days with pickups at designated city points; check the organiser site for departure times and stops.

    taxi

    Estimated costPLN 25–60
    Best forNadarzyn / Pruszków / Michałowice hotels → Ptak Warsaw Expo

    Short 10–20 minute hops from the surrounding hotel belt; Bolt and Uber both operate locally, and metered taxis are available at the venue forecourt.

    Plan your trip

    Visa & entry documents

    Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.

    Visa not required
    ATA Carnet: accepted

    EU/EEA and Swiss citizens travel on an ID card. Visa-exempt nationals may stay 90 days in any 180-day period without a visa; all other visitors require a Schengen visa before departure.

    Poland is a contracting party to the ATA Convention, and carnets are accepted for temporary admission of exhibition goods, demonstration equipment and professional tools. Confirm controlled dual-use items with Polish customs separately.

    Official visa page

    Weather

    Late March in Nadarzyn is a transitional early-spring window: daytime highs typically reach 6–11°C while nights still fall to about -2 to +3°C, with overnight frost and wet snow possible early in the month. Expect roughly 30–40 mm of rain across March and plenty of overcast, breezy days, so pack a warm waterproof coat, layered clothing and enclosed shoes for walking between halls and parking. Exhibition halls are heated, but the Ptak Warsaw Expo site is large and exposed, and a compact umbrella is worth carrying.

    Plan for the climate

    Check temperatures and pack accordingly

    Venue connectivity

    Poland offers fast, inexpensive mobile data with solid coverage across Nadarzyn and the Warsaw region. Orange, Play, T-Mobile and Plus sell prepaid tourist SIMs from roughly PLN 30–50 with generous data bundles, available at airport vending points and carrier stores with passport ID. EU visitors benefit from 'roam like at home' domestic rates, while UK, US and other non-EU travellers should buy a local prepaid SIM or load an eSIM (Airalo, Holafly, Orange Flex) before departure. Ptak Warsaw Expo provides free Wi-Fi in the halls and conference zones, and business hotels include Wi-Fi as standard.

    Ride-hailing

    Taxis

    Public transit

    Car rentals

    Cultural notes

    Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.

    Business etiquette

    Polish business culture is formal at first contact: use titles and surnames, exchange business cards and expect punctual, agenda-driven meetings. English is widely spoken among engineers, procurement managers and defence-industry staff, though a few phrases of Polish are appreciated.

    Tipping and payments

    Tip around 10% in restaurants and cafes when service is not already added, and round up taxi fares. Card and BLIK mobile payments are accepted almost everywhere, but keep some PLN cash for small vendors and rural transfers.

    Defence-sector discretion

    Dual-use and defence events operate under export-control and confidentiality rules. Confirm photography, stand-information and meeting policies with each exhibitor before recording or publishing material, and keep controlled technical documents secured.

    Practical guides

    Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials

    Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.

    Flights

    Destination: WAW

    Fly into Warsaw Chopin (WAW) for the shortest transfer to Ptak Warsaw Expo — 20 km and 25–40 minutes by road — with direct services from most European hubs on LOT, Ryanair, Wizz Air and Lufthansa group carriers. Warsaw Modlin (WMI) is the cheaper low-cost alternative 60 km away and needs an extra hour for the transfer. Book 6–10 weeks ahead for March 2027 travel: the Warsaw region hosts several spring trade events, and Monday arrivals and Thursday departures sell out first.

    Visa

    Poland is in the Schengen Area. EU/EEA and Swiss citizens travel freely on an ID card, while visa-exempt nationals such as UK, US, Canadian, Australian, Japanese and South Korean passport holders may attend for up to 90 days in any 180-day period and will need the EU's ETIAS authorisation once it is live. Nationals of India, China, Turkey and other non-exempt countries require a Schengen Type C short-stay visa: apply at the Polish consulate covering your residence, budget EUR 90 (EUR 45 for children aged 6–12), and allow at least 15 working days, longer in peak season. Carry a trade-fair invitation or registration confirmation plus travel insurance covering the Schengen area.

    Estimated cost: Varies by visa type and nationality (check official site).

    Processing: Varies by nationality; apply several weeks before travel.

    Apply at the Polish consulate or visa centre covering your place of residence; biometrics are enrolled in person. Children aged 6–12 pay EUR 45 and under-6s are exempt. Valid three years or until passport expiry; covers business travel including trade-fair attendance. Carry the approval reference with your travel documents.

    Official

    Hotels

    Find a stay near the venue with options for every budget.

    Areas to stay

    Nadarzyn / Michałowice / Raszyn · Pruszków / Piaseczno / Warsaw south-west · Warsaw city centre / airport district

    budget

    PLN 180-290/night

    mid range

    PLN 300-460/night

    premium

    PLN 500-850/night

    Transport

    Get to the venue and around the city with these options.

    Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW). Allow road or rail time to Ptak Warsaw Expo; on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.

    Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Ptak Warsaw Expo: Nadarzyn / Michałowice / Raszyn: Hotelik Pod Dębami, Nadarzyn, Hotel Venecia Palace, Michałowice, Gościniec Nadarzyn; Pruszków / Piaseczno / Warsaw south-west: Hotel Splendor, Pruszków, Hotel Ajax, Pruszków, Hotel Kuźnia Napoleońska, Leszno; Warsaw city centre / airport district: Courtyard by Marriott Warsaw Airport, Novotel Warszawa Airport, Hilton Warsaw City.

    Ride-hail: Bolt and Uber both operate across Warsaw and the Nadarzyn area, with pickups from designated app zones at Warsaw Chopin Airport and typical WAW-to-venue fares of PLN 90–140. Expect higher prices during the 7–9 am peak and immediately after hall close, so schedule a return trip or use the free show shuttle at closing time. Licensed taxi ranks at the airport and at Ptak Warsaw Expo are metered — check that the meter is running before departure.

    Public transit: ZTM Warszawa operates the regional bus network covering the Raszyn–Nadarzyn corridor, with single tickets at PLN 4.40 and 24-hour tickets at PLN 15 valid on city and suburban lines; the journey from western Warsaw takes 40–55 minutes. SKM and Koleje Mazowieckie trains connect Warsaw Chopin Airport to Warszawa Centralna in about 20 minutes, from where the venue is a taxi or bus ride away. During show days, complimentary Ptak Warsaw Expo shuttle buses from central Warsaw are the quickest option for city-centre hotel guests.

    Parking: Ptak Warsaw Expo has extensive on-site car and coach parking beside the halls, with barrier entry, marshalled lanes and event-day parking in the region of PLN 20–30 payable on site. Arrive before 9 am to secure close-in spaces, as the lots fill quickly on peak show days. Access from the S8 and DK92 is direct, and the site is about 20 km from Warsaw Chopin Airport.

    Weather

    Plan and pack for the event climate.

    Month: March 2027

    Packing: March 2027

    Plan your trip

    Planning

    Best day for qualified buyer meetings: Day 2 — Wednesday 24 March 2027

    The middle day carries the heaviest programme density: conference panels, B2B matchmaking sessions and most exhibitor demonstrations run once delegations have arrived and hall traffic peaks. Day 1 is best for orientation and first-pass scouting, while Day 3 suits closing follow-up meetings and quieter stand conversations before departure.

    Side trips

    2

    Warsaw Old Town and the Royal Route

     

     

     

    Kampinos National Park and Żelazowa Wola

     

     

     

    Networking spots

    4

    Organiser B2B matchmaking zone

     

    Dedicated meeting area for pre-booked buyer–supplier sessions; book slots before travelling as demand peaks on the middle show day.

     

    Show-floor conference stage

     

    Keynote and panel tracks on dual-use regulation and defence-industrial cooperation — an efficient place to meet policymakers and prime contractors in one room.

     

    Hall networking receptions

     

    Evening receptions and stand events after hall close are the main informal contact window for follow-up conversations and partnership talks.

     

    Warsaw business district, Wola and Śródmieście

     

    Hotel bars and restaurants where visiting delegations hold off-site dinners — useful for meetings that need more time than the show floor allows.

     

    Budget

    Costs & budget

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    Estimated budget
    Live estimate
    • Booth 18 m² × PLN 145.00/m²PLN 2,610.00
    • Hotel × 2 nightsPLN 120.00
    • Per diem × 2PLN 150.00
    • VisaPLN 98.00
    • InsurancePLN 40.00
    Estimated totalPLN 3,018.00

    This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.

    Cost reference

    Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.

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    visitor · Pre-registered general admission

    Not yet confirmed

    official

    visa_fee

    visitor · Schengen Type C short-stay visa

    EUR 90 / per person

    official

    visa_fee

    visitor · ETIAS authorisation (visa-exempt nationalities)

    EUR 20 / per person

    official

    hotel

    visitor · Mid-range, Nadarzyn–Pruszków belt

    PLN 300–460 / per night

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    per_diem

    visitor · Meals and local transport

    PLN 150–280 / per day

    estimate

    booth_space

    exhibitor · Shell-scheme stand at Ptak Warsaw Expo

    PLN 450–700 / per sqm

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    exhibitor_insurance

    exhibitor · Mandatory liability

    USD 40 / per exhibitor

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    Decision

    Visit, exhibit, or skip?

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    QUESTION 1 OF 6

    What is your primary role?

    Decision matrix

    Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.

    visit

    You are sourcing, specifying or benchmarking dual-use technologies and can commit two to three full days on the floor.

    Best for

    Procurement officers, systems and integration engineers, and export-compliance specialists from defence primes, integrators and NATO/EU programmes who need to compare dual-use electronics, counter-UAS, sensor and secure-communications suppliers in one hall over two to three days.

    Min. budget

    $450.00

    Timeline

    6–10 weeks — flights, a hotel in the Nadarzyn–Pruszków belt, and a Schengen visa appointment if your nationality requires one.

    Risks

    Schengen visa appointments for non-exempt nationalities book out 4–6 weeks ahead of the March 2027 show.

    Nadarzyn and Pruszków hotel capacity is limited and sells out against the Warsaw spring trade calendar.

    Visitors handling controlled technical material should clear travel and disclosure rules with their own compliance team first.

    exhibit

    You have a defined CEE route-to-market and staff available to run the stand across all three show days.

    Best for

    Dual-use component makers, sensor, optics and tactical-communications suppliers, and engineering service firms targeting Polish and CEE defence programmes and prime-contractor supply chains.

    Min. budget

    $3,000.00

    Timeline

    4–6 months — stand booking, artwork, freight clearance and team travel for the March 2027 edition.

    Risks

    Freight and customs documentation for controlled goods must be complete well before the build-up window.

    Shell-scheme space is allocated on booking order, so late commitment limits hall position and corner stands.

    Exhibiting teams need appropriate export-licence cover for equipment displayed or demonstrated on the stand.

    skip

    Your portfolio does not touch dual-use components, defence electronics or CEE institutional procurement.

    Best for

    Generalist distributors, consumer-technology sellers and companies with no dual-use, defence-electronics or security-adjacent product line and no CEE public-procurement ambitions.

    Min. budget

    Not yet confirmed

    Timeline

    No planning horizon required if the show does not fit your roadmap.

    Risks

    No major risks listed.

    Gallery

    Photos

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    Official imagery from DUAL-USE Poland Expo

    FAQs & glossary

    Answers

    Frequently asked

    Glossary

    1
    Dual-Use Technology
    Technologies that can be used for both civilian and military applications.
    2
    CNC Manufacturing
    Computer Numerical Control manufacturing, a process used for precision machining.
    3
    3D Printing
    A manufacturing process that creates three-dimensional objects from digital files.
    4
    Cybersecurity
    The practice of protecting systems, networks, and programs from digital attacks.
    5
    AI
    Artificial Intelligence, the simulation of human intelligence in machines.

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