EXHIBITION FORMATS DESIGNED FOR DEFENCE AND SECURITY ENGAGEMENT
The Africa International Defence Exhibition provides professionally built stands, shells and pavilions that support secure networking opportunities and engagement between industry and defence stakeholders.
Every stand and shell package is designed to accommodate formal meetings, presentations and discussions, ensuring every exhibitor has the opportunity to turn engagement into measurable ROI.
Our stand packages enable exhibitors to:
- Establish a professional presence aligned with ministerial, service and procurement-level engagement.
- Conduct capability briefings and scheduled meetings within dedicated stand environments.
- Select from shell scheme, enhanced, executive and pavilion formats based on scale and representation needs.
- Present technologies and services across multi-domain defence and security priorities.
- The benefits only available to exhibitors, including: Delegation requests, networking events, government and military engagement, access on the delegation and VIP only day (26 October, 2026).
2026 EXHIBITORS
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AVAILABLE STAND PACKAGES
Explore our Space Only, Shell Scheme, Enhanced, Executive and Pavilion stand options designed to suit a range of exhibition objectives.
SPACE ONLY
Space Only allows for the most bespoke and personalised exhibiting experience. Exhibitors will design and build their own booths at their cost.
- Floor area only
- Power at 30amps
- Does not include walls, furniture, and floor covering
No minimum sqm
SHELL SCHEME
OPTION 1
Custom branded shell scheme stands with seamless walling and integrated lighting, providing a professional turnkey solution for exhibitors.
- Branded seamless walls with lit maxima square poles
- 1 table and 3 chairs per 9sqm
- 1 counter
- 2 spotlights per 9sqm
- 13amp electrical socket per 9sqm
- Waste bin
Minimum 12sqm | Maximum 18sqm
OPTION 2
Custom branded shell scheme stands with seamless walling and integrated lighting, providing a professional turnkey solution for exhibitors.
- Branded seamless walls with lit maxima square poles
- 1 table and 3 chairs per 9sqm
- 1 counter
- 2 spotlights per 9sqm
- 13amp electrical socket per 9sqm
- Waste bin
Minimum 12sqm | Maximum 18sqm
OPTION 3
Custom branded shell scheme stands with seamless walling and integrated lighting, providing a professional turnkey solution for exhibitors.
- Branded seamless walls with lit maxima square poles
- 1 table and 3 chairs per 9sqm
- 1 counter
- 2 spotlights per 9sqm
- 13amp electrical socket per 9sqm
- Waste bin
Minimum 12sqm | Maximum 18sqm
ENHANCED STAND
Option 1
A refined custom build featuring vinyl branding, 3D logo detailing and integrated seating areas ideal for meetings.
- Seamless custom walls with vinyl branding
- Branded counter
- 6 chairs with round table
- High table with 5 bar stools
- 50 inch plasma TV
- 2 electrical sockets
- Carpet and waste bin
Minimum 15sqm | Maximum 40sqm
Option 2
A more spacious enhanced configuration incorporating lounge seating and lockable counter storage.
- Seamless custom walls with vinyl branding
- Lockable branded counter
- 6 chairs with round table
- 4 sofas
- 2 high tables with 9 bar stools
- 50 inch plasma TV
- 2 electrical sockets
- Carpet and waste bin
Minimum 15sqm | Maximum 40sqm
EXECUTIVE STAND
Option 1
Premium hospitality focused build with integrated LED screen, storage room and executive lounge seating.
- Luxury branded front office counter
- Lockable storage room
- 3 sofas with coffee table
- 2m x 2m LED wall screen
- 50 inch plasma TV
- High table with 4 bar stools
- 3 flowerpots
- Carpet and waste bin
Minimum 35sqm | Maximum 60sqm
Option 2
Expanded executive layout offering enhanced hospitality zones and elevated visual impact.
- Luxury branded front office counter
- Lockable storage room
- 3 sofas with coffee table
- 2m x 2m LED wall screen
- 50 inch plasma TV
- High table with 4 bar stools
- 3 flowerpots
- Carpet and waste bin
Minimum 35sqm | Maximum 66sqm
PAVILION
Option 1
Dedicated national pavilion layout designed for coordinated country participation.
Custom sizing available
Option 2
Alternative pavilion configuration offering flexible exhibitor clustering.
Custom sizing available
STAND OUT FROM THE CROWD BY SHOWCASING YOUR PRODUCTS CAPABILITIES IN OUR LIVE DEMONSTRATION AREA
What capabilities can be displayed in the live demonstration area?
Approved in principle, subject to technical and safety review:
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Land vehicle demonstrations
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Wheeled and tracked vehicle mobility
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Crewed and uncrewed ground systems
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Robotics and autonomous systems
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VTOL drone demonstrations
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Visual or simulation-only counter-UAS demonstrations
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C4ISR and command systems
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Communications and secure connectivity
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Sensor and surveillance systems
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Maritime and waterborne demonstrations
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Maritime surveillance and coastal security systems
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Security and emergency response demonstrations
Big-screen relay within the venue is planned and remains subject to confirmation.
ADD MORE TO VALUE TO YOUR EXHIBITING EXPERIENCE BY SHOWCASING YOUR PRODUCTS IN OUR OUTDOOR STATIC DISPLAY AREA
What can be displayed in our Static Display area?
Approved in principle, subject to technical and safety review:
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Vehicles and armoured vehicles
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Tanks and tracked platforms
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Static aircraft
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UAVs and drone systems
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Maritime platforms and small craft
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Sensor and surveillance systems
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Mobile command units
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Communications systems
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Robotics and autonomous systems
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Other large-scale systems that can be safely transported, positioned and displayed onsite
Aircraft may be displayed statically, subject to approval. The area is not a landing pad, and live aircraft operations cannot be accommodated.
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