World Defense Show 2026 secures 90% of its exhibitor space

Taking place from 8-12 February 2026, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, WDS 2026, held under the theme of ‘The Future of Defence Integration,’ will serve as a platform for showcasing the latest advancements across all five defence domains — air, land, sea, space, and security.

Organisers said building on the success of its previous editions, WDS 2026 is attracting ‘unprecedented’ interest from both local and international defence stakeholders.​

WDS 2026, founded by the General Authority for Military Industries (GAMI) in Saudi Arabia, is expected to feature exhibitor participation from an estimated 80 countries, including new participants including; Japan, Portugal, Uzbekistan and Finland.

Andrew Pearcey, CEO, stated: "The overwhelming demand for exhibition space is a testament to the show's growing reputation as a must-attend event for those shaping the next era of defence and global security. Our presence at IDEF provides an excellent opportunity to connect with key industry players and highlight the remarkable progress we've made in preparing for WDS 2026.”