The 3rd edition of Egypt Defence Expo (EDEX) takes place 4-7 December 2023. The award-winning show presents a unique opportunity for exhibitors to showcase the latest technology, equipment and systems across land, sea, and air.
EDEX is fully supported by Egyptian Armed Forces with 920,000 military personnel, the largest military power in Africa and one of the leading forces worldwide, Egypt is the ideal setting for a large-scale defence & security event.
The biennial Expo will showcase the latest military technology, equipment and systems across land, sea and air, with over 35,000 military and defence industry visitors expected to attend on 4-7 December 2023.
In addition, Egypt has historically maintained continuous investment in the latest weaponry as a defence strategy and has strengthened national production lines across a range of military complexes.
Held under the patronage of His Excellency, President Abdel Fattah El Sisi, The President of The Arab Republic of Egypt and The Supreme Commander of the Egyptian Armed Forces
Held at Egypt International Exhibition Centre, a brand new venue in Cairo.
Egypt Defence Expo (EDEX) will once again play host to more than 400 international exhibitors to showcase the latest military technologies. In addition, VIP delegations from over 60 countries are expected to attend alongside 35,000 other military and industry visitors.
The third edition of EDEX will be organised by Arabian World Events, with the full support of the Egyptian Ministry of Defence and the Ministry of Military Production.
CEO of Arabian World Events, Thomas Gaunt stated, “We are proud to be working alongside the Ministry of Defence and Ministry of Military Production to put on another world-class event. EDEX has become a key hub for the defence industry and is now one of the most important defence exhibitions in the region. We are the only large-scale defence expo that covers the Middle East and Africa, with attending delegations from both regions.”
Gaunt added: “There is a strong demand from companies to participate in the third edition of the expo and we fully expect the event to continue with its impressive growth.”
Several international manufacturers of military equipment have already confirmed their participation in the exhibition including L3 Harris, General Dynamics, Leonardo, Naval Group, Hanwha, HENSOLDT, Fincantieri, Korea Aerospace Industries, Diehl Defence, ThyssenKrupp, MBDA, Sig Sauer and John Cockerill. With 21 countries already represented on the exhibition floor, there are expected to be over 25 international pavilions that companies can join at the event on 4-7 December 2023.
Around 34,000+ industry visitors expected to attend. And 400+ exhibitors showcasing the latest technology, equipment and systems across land, sea and air.