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IDEX / NAVDEX
Leading Global Tri-Service Defense and Naval Innovation Hub
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IDEX and NAVDEX position the UAE as a global defence hub by hosting the world's largest tri-service exhibitions to foster international partnerships, drive national industry growth, and showcase advancements in defence technologies.
Efficiency Ratio
Exceptional resource efficiency demonstrated by record-breaking participation growth, massive deal values, and visitor surges from a biennial event model leveraging ADNEC infrastructure.
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Record-breaking 2025 edition with 1,565 companies from 65 countries, 16% increase in participants, 10% larger exhibition space at 181,501 sqm, and 731 new companies (82% increase).
Day one landmark deals worth AED 3.97 billion, including AED 3.825 billion in local contracts with UAE companies and AED 143.4 million international deals across 13 agreements.
National companies secured 68% of total Tawazun Council contracts, highlighting UAE defence industry success in aviation, naval systems, AI, cybersecurity, and space.
Visitor numbers soared 55.5% to 206,073 attendees from around the world, with 41 national pavilions including the largest UAE pavilion at 25,000 sqm (4% increase).
Over 3,300 products and technologies displayed, including 156 start-ups (10% of exhibitors) focused on defence innovations.
Tawazun Council as Principal Partner sets regulatory frameworks, quality standards, and licenses for UAE defence products in collaboration with Ministry of Defence.
Organized by ADNEC Group with Ministry of Defence and Tawazun Council, under patronage of UAE President, fostering global collaborations.