Press release
Paris, June 14, 2026
From June 15 to 19, 2026, at the Paris-Nord Villepinte Exhibition Center, Eurosatory will officially open its doors and reaffirm its status as the world’s leading event for the defense, security, and crisis management sectors.
In an international context marked by the resurgence of high-intensity conflicts, the acceleration of technological innovation, the rise of hybrid threats, and the imperatives of industrial sovereignty, Eurosatory brings together the entire international ecosystem for five days: governments, armed forces, security forces, manufacturers, investors, researchers, startups, and international organizations.
The 2026 edition is shaping up to be the largest in the show's history.
A RECORD-BREAKING EVENT THAT CONFIRMS EUROSATORY'S GLOBAL LEADERSHIP
Eurosatory 2026 brings together:
• More than 2,600 exhibitors from 68 countries
• 40 national pavilions and 17 institutional pavilions
• 185,000 m² of exhibition space, with the opening of a new hall
• More than 350 official delegations from 100 countries
• More than 140 conferences and strategic discussions
• More than 300 international speakers
• Nearly 60 international startups gathered at Eurosatory LAB
• More than 40 immersive experiences available in the HELPED space
Nearly 36 % of the exhibitors are participating in the show for the first time, illustrating Eurosatory’s dynamism and growing appeal to new players in the fields of deep tech, digital technology, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, robotics, and dual-use technologies.
A UNIQUE SHOWCASE OF DEFENSE AND SECURITY CAPABILITIES
Over the course of five days, Eurosatory showcases the entire defense and security value chain:
• Ground-based and air-ground equipment
• Drones, robotics, and autonomous systems
• Weapons, ammunition, and protective gear
• Artificial intelligence, cyber defense, and information systems
• Command and Control
• Logistics, maintenance, and support
• Homeland Security and Civil Protection
• Crisis Management and Resilience of Critical Infrastructure
• Next-generation industrial technologies
Find the exhibitor directory here.
DYNAMIC DEMONSTRATIONS THAT CLOSELY REFLECT OPERATIONAL REALITIES
A highlight of the exhibition, the dynamic demonstrations will allow official delegations, military personnel, and decision-makers to observe the equipment in near-real-world conditions.
The scenarios presented will involve, among other things:
• Drones and autonomous systems
• Armored vehicles
• Anti-drone capabilities
• Digital battlefield technologies
• Operations by specialized forces
• Close-quarters combat and crisis management scenarios
These demonstrations will provide a concrete look at developments in ground combat and operational responses to contemporary threats.
Find the schedule of live demonstrations here.
OVER 100 CONFERENCES TO HELP YOU UNDERSTAND STRATEGIC CHANGES
Beyond the exhibition, Eurosatory has established itself as an international forum for strategic discussion. More than 100 conferences, bringing together over 300 experts, policymakers, military officials, industry leaders, and representatives of international organizations, will address today’s major challenges:
These discussions will help shed light on the changes that are permanently reshaping the global security environment.
Find the conference schedule here.
EUROSATORY LAB: INNOVATION AT THE HEART OF THE EXHIBITION
Eurosatory LAB reaffirms its role as a leading innovation hub. Nearly 60 international startups will showcase the technologies shaping the capabilities of tomorrow in key areas:
• Artificial Intelligence
• Robotics
• Smart sensors
• Cybersecurity
• Resilient navigation
• New materials
• Innovative energy solutions
Serving as a bridge between startups, manufacturers, investors, and operational users, Eurosatory LAB fosters the development of new technological and industrial partnerships.
Find all the information about Eurosatory LAB here.
NEW FOR 2026: A DIVISION DEDICATED TO DEFENSE FUNDING
In response to the challenges posed by industrial expansion and the war economy, Eurosatory is launching a new section this year entirely dedicated to financing the Defense Industrial and Technological Base (BITD).
Banks, investment funds, insurance companies, European institutions, and public sector entities come together here to promote:
• Access to financing for strategic companies
• The Development of Defense Innovations
• The Industrialization of Emerging Technologies
• Scaling up for SMEs and mid-sized companies
On June 17, a special ECOFIN meeting will bring together investors, European institutions, banks, and industry leaders to discuss the major challenges of defense financing and industrial sovereignty.
HELPED: AN INNOVATIVE APPROACH TO CRISIS MANAGEMENT
With HELPED (Humanitarian Emergency Logistic Project and Eco Development), Eurosatory reaffirms its pioneering role in highlighting dual-use capabilities that serve the public.
Housed in an immersive dome in the outdoor area, this unique experience offers more than 40 themed journeys that allow visitors to explore responses to humanitarian, environmental, health, and security crises.
HELPED highlights practical solutions in the following areas:
• Protecting People
• Disaster Management
• Logistical support
• Ensuring the continuity of essential services
• Mine clearance and decontamination
• Coordination of emergency response efforts
This initiative illustrates the growing convergence among civilian, humanitarian, and security actors in addressing contemporary challenges.
A GLOBAL PLATFORM SERVING NATIONS AND SECURITY FORCES
More than just a trade show, Eurosatory serves as a strategic platform where operational needs, technological innovations, industrial capabilities, and policy decisions converge.
Through its exhibition, technology zones, demonstrations, conferences, and high-level meetings, Eurosatory 2026 supports governments and military forces in preparing the defense and security capabilities of tomorrow.
In a world undergoing profound geopolitical transformation, the 2026 edition reaffirms more than ever Eurosatory’s mission: to be the place where solutions to the security challenges of the coming decades are conceived, debated, and developed.
ABOUT EUROSATORY
Eurosatory is the world’s leading event for land and air-land defense and security (D&S). Organized by Coges Events, a subsidiary of GICAT (the Association of French Land and Air-Land Defense and Security Industries), the exhibition helps support the sector’s transformation in the face of contemporary global challenges to respond to all types of crises. Serving as a key platform for all stakeholders in the international community, Eurosatory brings together more than 100,000 professionals involved in D&S and crisis management every two years: companies, governments, military headquarters, institutional and private-sector actors, and supranational organizations. Next edition: June 15–19, 2026, at the Paris-Nord Villepinte Exhibition Center (France).
EUROSATORY 2024 BY THE NUMBERS:
• Over 43,000 visitors from more than 150 countries
• More than 2,600 exhibitors from more than 68 countries
• + 330 official delegations
• 40 international pavilions
• More than 800 journalists
• Over 350 international speakers
• Over 100 presentations and keynote speeches
More information: www.eurosatory.com
PRESS CONTACTS
eurosatorypresse@rumeurpublique.fr
Jérôme Saczewski – Mélina Tréhin – 06 61 46 57 18 – Robin Gorizian – Faustine Lev
