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2023-10-10

EDEX 2023 to Showcase Latest Defence Tech

Arabian World Events, a renowned organiser of award-winning international events, recently hosted a reception to mark the eagerly anticipated third edition of Egypt Defence Expo - EDEX 2023.

This gathering not only served as a platform for attendees to preview the forthcoming exhibition but also provided an opportunity to showcase the significant milestones achieved in previous EDEX editions.

The reception was attended by high-level military officials and defence attachés from the embassies of participating countries, including: Algeria, Jordan, Kenya, Morocco, Nigeria, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Turkey, United Arab Emirates and United States.

EDEX, a biennial showcase of the latest defence and security technologies, will take place from December 4 to 7, 2023, at the Egypt International Exhibition Centre in Cairo.

The event attracts a diverse audience, including military personnel, government officials, industry experts, and international delegations, with a special focus on its fully-hosted international military VIP Delegation Programme.

The exhibition will feature over 400 leading defence and security companies from around the world, presenting cutting-edge military technology across land, sea, and air domains.

Organised with support from the Egyptian Ministry of Defence and the Ministry of Military Production, it is a global magnet, drawing 35,000 military and industry enthusiasts from across the globe.

Industry Sponsors

EDEX 2023 has secured high-level industry sponsors including Dassault Aviation, Hanwha, MBDA, Lockheed Martin, Boeing, Esri and Huawei, and will feature country pavillions from Armenia, Bosnia, Bulgaria, China, Czech Republic, Egypt, France, Germany, Greece, Italy, Pakistan, Romania, Saudi Arabia, South Korea, UAE, Ukraine and the U.S..

The show’s momentum has been remarkable, drawing an expanding array of exhibitors and attendees. In its 2021 edition, EDEX boasted a participation of 407 exhibitors hailing from 42 countries, a significant increase from the 376 exhibitors representing 41 countries in 2018. EDEX 2021 also welcomed 78 official VIP delegations from 54 countries, in addition to more than 30,000 visitors.

The forthcoming edition anticipates hosting over 85 VIP delegations, with the inclusion of 35 new countries, bringing the total number of invited countries to an impressive 111. This growth promises to elevate the exhibition beyond the scale and scope of its predecessors.

Thomas Gaunt, CEO of Arabian World Events, said: “Over the last two editions, EDEX has firmly established itself as a leading defence exhibition on both a regional and global level. We were delighted to host defence attachés and military officials at the recent reception to present to them our visions for EDEX 2023 and demonstrate the growth of the show. We are looking forward to welcoming all exhibitors and sponsors to Cairo on December 4-7 and eagerly anticipating more countries and industry pioneers than ever before.”

Gaunt added: “With the full support of the Egyptian Ministry of Defense and the Ministry of Military Production, we aim to strengthen Egypt’s position as a hub for world-class industry events with a special focus on military and defence technologies. We take pride in hosting over 400 leading defence and security companies from around the world who are set to showcase the latest military technology, equipment, and systems across land, sea, and air.”

Thematic Pavilions

The 12 thematic pavilions at EDEX 2023 will showcase a wide range of defence and security systems and technologies, including land-based systems (tanks, armoured vehicles, and artillery), naval systems (ships, submarines, and missiles), air systems (fighter jets, bombers, and helicopters), weapons and ammunition, security and surveillance systems (radars, cameras, and drones), training and simulation systems (simulators and virtual reality systems), homeland security systems (border security systems and counter-terrorism systems), unmanned systems (drones and robots), missiles and rockets, cyber security systems, military medical systems (field hospitals and medical supplies), and space systems (satellites and rockets).

The thematic areas will provide a unique opportunity for defence and security professionals to learn about the latest trends and developments in the industry, and to network with potential partners.

The conference programme is expected to feature keynote speakers from government, industry, and academia.

The topics will include the future of warfare, the impact of technology on the defence industry, the role of women in defence, countering terrorism, cyber security, and disaster relief.

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