Why Shoud You be An Exhibitor?

IDEF offers a unique opportunity for direct communication with globally recognized figures in the defence and security sectors. The fair enhances collaboration through bilateral meetings with high-level defence officials and procurement delegations, bringing together procurement, purchasing, and R&D departments of participating companies with professional visitors.

IDEF is a crucial platform for reaching existing and potential customers, target audiences, industry experts, and defence and security stakeholders. It is also a prime opportunity for business development and exploring new trends in the defence/security market.

Held biennially, the event provides numerous advantages for staying updated on industry innovations and expanding cooperation networks. In 2023, IDEF hosted 1,461 participating companies from 55 countries and 94,198 visitors from 107 countries. Additionally, 187 delegations from 78 countries and 3 international organizations participated, marking it as a significant platform for signing national and international contracts and partnerships.

In 2025, it hosted 1,491 participating companies from 49 countries and welcomed 121,753 visitors from 114 countries. Additionally, 229 official delegations from 96 countries and 4 international organizations were hosted.

What advantages does participating in IDEF bring to your company?

Scheduled bilateral meetings with the delegations responsible for defence procurement of the countries invited by Türkiye's senior defence industry and security authorities, Turkish procurement authorities and other participating companies
Participation in the world's 3rd largest defense industry fair
To increase cooperation opportunities by establishing direct contact with the supply / purchasing / R&D departments of the participating companies
Reaching existing or potential customers, target audience, partners and all industry experts by using time more effectively
Explore new trends in business development, defense and security market