Now in its fourth edition, the World Defense Show (Riyadh, Saudi Arabia) will be the Middle East’s premier defense exhibition in 2028, covering all areas of defense and security. It will host companies from around the world, as well as a growing number of international delegations. Events and workshops will provide opportunities to showcase the latest technologies and foster exchanges with Saudi entities. In 2026, the French Pavilion brought together some 50 companies across nearly 1,500 square meters, making it the largest French pavilion ever organized by a consortium at an international defense exhibition.
Figures provided by the organizers (2026 edition)
- 137,000 visitors
- 513 official delegations from 121 countries
- 1,486 exhibitors from 89 countries
- 1,453 local, regional, and international journalists
- 355 demonstrations featuring 63 static aircraft and 25 aircraft
CONTACTS
SOGENA
Samina CORRET – Head of French Pavilions: scorret@sogena-events.com
Cassiopée VAVOULIS – International Events Assistant: cvavoulis@sogena-events.com
GICAN
Arnaud MARTIN DA TORRE – International Delegate: arnaud.martinsdatorre@gican.asso.fr
