IDEX 2027: Dates, Venue & Exhibitor Guide

What is IDEX? 🌍

IDEX (International Defence Exhibition & Conference) is one of the world’s largest defence exhibitions, bringing together global leaders in land, air and naval defence technologies. Hosted in Abu Dhabi, the event gathers manufacturers, governments, armed forces, security experts and international decision-makers.

IDEX is recognized as a strategic platform where major defence contracts are discussed, innovations are unveiled, and high-level delegations meet face to face.

Dates, Venue & Opening Hours 📅

Official dates: 25 to 29 January 2027

Venue: ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi

IDEX is typically open to trade visitors, delegations and accredited professionals. Exact daily opening hours are confirmed by the organiser closer to the event.

Key Figures of IDEX 🔢

Indicator	Data
Visitors	206,000+
Exhibitors	1,565
Participating Countries	65
Additional Attendance Figures	181,000+

These numbers confirm IDEX as one of the most influential defence exhibitions globally, attracting a massive international audience and high-level participation.

How to Get There ✈️🚗🚆

• Airport: Abu Dhabi International Airport is approximately 20 minutes from ADNEC

• Taxi / Ride-hailing: Easily available throughout Abu Dhabi

• Car: Direct highway access with organised on-site parking

• Hotel Access: Many international hotels are located within short distance of the venue

  
  

The ADNEC Centre is designed to handle large-scale international events with efficient logistics and accessibility.

Stand Prices at IDEX 2027 💰

IDEX is a premium international defence exhibition, where investment levels are significant due to the strategic nature of the event.

Estimated High-End Budgets

Stand Type	Estimated Premium Budget
20 - 40 sqm Stand	€30,000 – €90,000
50 - 100 sqm Stand	€100,000 – €300,000
150 - 300 sqm Stand	€350,000 – €800,000
Double-Decker Stand	€500,000 – €1,200,000
National Pavilion	€1,000,000 – €4,000,000+

These budgets typically include custom architecture, structural engineering, advanced audiovisual systems, secure meeting areas, VIP lounges and premium build quality.

These prices are indicative and may vary depending on size, location, design complexity and technical requirements.

Why Exhibit at IDEX? 🎯

Exhibiting at IDEX places your company at the heart of the global defence ecosystem.

You gain access to:

• High-level government delegations

• Procurement decision-makers

• International defence contractors

• Strategic B2B meetings

• Strong global media coverage

  
  

In an event of this scale, a premium custom-built stand is a powerful positioning tool that enhances credibility, authority and brand impact.

Want to Exhibit at IDEX 2027? 🏷️

To officially book your stand space and contact the event organiser, to exhibit at IDEX 2027 click here:

Stand allocation and official participation procedures are handled exclusively by the event organiser.

⚠️ Important

We are not the organisers of IDEX and do not provide exhibitor passes or stand space bookings.

Our role is exclusively to design, build and install premium custom exhibition stands, adapted to the high standards of international defence events.

👉 Planning to exhibit at IDEX 2027 with a high-impact custom stand? Request your tailored quotation here

What You Need to Remember

➡️ IDEX 2027 takes place from 25 to 29 January 2027

➡️ Hosted at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi

➡️ 206,000+ visitors and 1,565 exhibitors

➡️ National pavilions can reach multi-million-euro investments