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HEMUS – International Defence and Security Exhibition (3–6 June, Plovdiv)
The HEMUS International Defence and Security Exhibition is organized with the support of the Bulgarian Ministry of Defence and relevant public institutions. It serves as a high-profile platform for the presentation of land, air, and naval defence systems, as well as cutting-edge security technologies.
The exhibition covers a wide range of sectors including air defence systems, radar and sensor technologies, command-and-control solutions, unmanned systems, cyber security, and military logistics.
HEMUS plays a critical role in fostering cooperation between NATO and EU member states while connecting defence industry companies with decision-makers from the Balkans, Eastern Europe, and neighbouring regions through structured B2B meetings and official delegations.
Sectors of Participating Companies
- Defence industry (land, air, and naval systems)
- Air defence and missile systems
- Radar, electro-optical, and sensor technologies
- Unmanned aerial, ground, and naval systems
- Cyber security and electronic warfare
- Military software, command-and-control, and simulation
- Security systems and critical infrastructure protection
Importance for the Defence Industry
- Acts as a strategic meeting point for defence procurement and modernization projects in the Balkans and Eastern Europe.
- Provides an important showcase for NATO-compliant defence systems and technologies.
- Encourages technology transfer, joint production, and industrial cooperation agreements.
- Offers direct access to military authorities, procurement agencies, and defence decision-makers, particularly in air defence and radar domains.
Previous Edition Highlights
- Number of participating companies (previous edition): Approximately 180+ companies
Key highlights of the previous exhibition:
- First-time presentations of next-generation air defence and radar systems
- High-level international cooperation meetings focused on NATO-standard command-and-control solutions
- Strategic memorandums of understanding and cooperation initiatives for regional defence projects