ADEX – Azerbaijan International Defence Exhibition is a biennial international defence industry exhibition held with the support of the Ministry of Defence of Azerbaijan and other state institutions. The event brings together companies operating in military vehicles, weapon systems, radar and electronic warfare solutions, unmanned systems, command-and-control technologies, and cyber security.

Beyond being a traditional exhibition, ADEX serves as a strategic meeting point where government officials, armed forces representatives, prime contractors, and suppliers conduct B2B meetings, establish international partnerships, and sign cooperation agreements. It plays a critical role for companies seeking access to the Caucasus, Central Asia, and Middle Eastern defence markets.

Sectors of Participating Companies

• Defence and aerospace industry
• Weapons and ammunition manufacturing
• Armoured vehicles and military logistics
• Air defence systems
• Radar, sensors, and electronic warfare
• Unmanned aerial, land, and naval systems
• Cyber security and military software

Importance for the Defence Industry

ADEX is a strategic platform that highlights Azerbaijan’s growing defence capabilities and modernization vision on the global stage. With strong participation from companies from Türkiye, Israel, Russia, Europe, and Asia, the exhibition enables technology transfer and cooperation in critical areas such as air defence systems, radar technologies, and integrated command-and-control solutions. It is closely monitored due to its impact on regional security dynamics.

Number of Companies at the Previous Exhibition

At the previous ADEX event, approximately 300 companies from more than 25 countries participated.

Key Highlights of the Previous Exhibition

• First-time presentations of next-generation air defence and radar systems
• International cooperation agreements for Azerbaijan-based defence projects
• High-profile launches focusing on unmanned systems and electronic warfare solutions