Security, safety and defence · Major show
IDEX 2027
International tri-service defence exhibition in Abu Dhabi covering naval, aerospace, land and CBRNE systems, for military officials, government buyers and defence companies from over 65 countries.
When and where is IDEX 2027?
IDEX 2027 runs from 25 to 29 January 2027 at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
From the organiser
IDEX 2027 (17th edition) runs 25-29 January 2027 alongside NAVDEX and debuts IDEX NXT, a dedicated defence-AI hub.
SourceThe organiser's figures
206,000 visitors, 1,565 brands and exhibitors, 181,000 sqm, 65 countries (2025 edition, organiser figures)
These are the organiser's own numbers, not ours. Shows count visitors in different ways, so compare with care.
Is IDEX open to the public?
IDEX is a trade event: it is for people who work in the industry. Check the official site for who may register and whether there is a fee.
Checked against the organiser's site on 5 October 2026. Dates and venues change: confirm on the official site before you book a stand, a flight or a hotel. Seen a mistake? Tell us.