From regional networks and future technologies to specialist topics
At the premiere of Euro Defence Expo (EUDEX), taking place at Messe Essen from 22 to 25 September 2026, eight joint stands will bring together expertise from industry, research and regions. The spectrum ranges from regional networks and state initiatives to specialist technologies such as CBRN defence and additive manufacturing, as well as international exhibitors from Portugal.
The eight joint stands at EUDEX highlight the breadth of Europe’s security and defence industry. They bring together regional stakeholders, established companies, start-ups, research institutions and technology providers, creating opportunities for knowledge transfer, new business contacts and cooperation.
North Rhine-Westphalia with its own state joint stand
The NRW.Global Business joint stand (Hall 3/Stand 3B17) brings together the expertise of 24 companies, research institutions and innovation partners from North Rhine-Westphalia. The exhibitors cover a broad range of fields, from metalworking, electrical engineering, plastics technology and fastening technology to testing and measurement technology, logistics and materials solutions, as well as digitalisation, research and technology transfer. With exhibitors such as OTTO FUCHS, EJOT, Dirostahl, Dönges and Duisport, alongside partners including Forschungszentrum Jülich, VDI Technologiezentrum and ZENIT/NRW.Europa, North Rhine-Westphalia is showcasing its strength as an industrial and innovation hub with a wide range of expertise for security- and defence-related applications.
Protection against chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear hazards
At the CBRN Defence joint stand (Hall 4/Stand 4D12), 21 companies are combining their expertise and products. The exhibitors will showcase innovative technologies and solutions across the entire operational chain – from detection, identification and analysis to protection and decontamination, as well as medical countermeasures. The joint stand demonstrates the contribution that advanced technologies can make to protecting armed forces, emergency services and critical infrastructure.
Innovative strength from the Bergisches Land region
At the Schlüsselregion e. V. joint stand (Hall 3/Stands 3A51 and 3A49), 20 companies will showcase the region’s broad industrial capabilities. The exhibitors represent highly specialised manufacturing and supply expertise – ranging from precision engineering and metalworking, stamping and turning technology and foundry technology to locking and security technology, measurement and testing technology, tools and digital production solutions.
Platform for companies from Hesse
The joint stand of the Hessian State Chancellery in Hall 3/Stand 3A27 features providers from fields including unmanned aerial systems, artificial intelligence, engineering, IT security, drive technology and autonomous systems. Companies such as Wingcopter, Droniq, FlyPix AI, EDAG Engineering and Harmonic Drive exemplify the state’s technological strength and innovative capabilities. The joint presence at the trade fair highlights the expertise that Hesse brings together, particularly in forward-looking high-tech and dual-use applications.
Digitalisation as a solution for efficient processes
GWS MK – Gesellschaft zur Wirtschafts- und Strukturförderung im Märkischen Kreis mbH is exhibiting together with several high-performing companies from the region in Hall 4/Stand 4A24. Their particular strengths lie in metalworking, precision engineering and industrial manufacturing. Their joint presence at the trade fair underlines the high level of technological expertise within the industrial sector in South Westphalia.
Additive manufacturing as a technology of the future
The Industrialized Additive Manufacturing Hub Hamburg (IAMHH e. V.) brings together industry, research, science and political decision-makers with six exhibitors at its joint stand in Hall 4/Stand 4B28. Its aim is to further establish additive manufacturing as a key industrial technology and demonstrate its potential for industrial applications.
Joining, cutting and surfacing technologies for the defence industry
SCHWEISSEN & SCHNEIDEN, the world’s leading trade fair based in Essen, is represented at EUDEX with its own joint stand (Hall 3/Stand 3A53). Fifteen leading companies will showcase innovative joining, cutting and surfacing technologies for the security and defence industry. The solutions are used, among other applications, in the manufacturing, maintenance and modernisation of security-relevant systems. DVS – German Welding Society is also represented at the stand.
“Technologies from Portugal“
Organised by PRODUTECH, the “Technologies from Portugal” joint stand brings together eight companies and research institutes from Portugal’s industrial, scientific and technological landscape in Hall 3/Stand 3B38. They will showcase innovative solutions in areas including precision manufacturing, robotics, autonomous systems, positioning technologies, mobile hardware, nanomaterials and artificial intelligence. Trade visitors will have the opportunity to discover dual-use technologies, experience live demonstrations and establish new contacts. The joint stand thus underlines Portugal’s role as an innovative and reliable partner for Europe’s security and defence industry.
Young Innovators
At the “Young Innovators” joint stand, funded by the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs (Hall 3/Stand 3A55 and Hall 5/Stand 5C25), twelve start-ups from Germany will showcase their forward-looking products. Their aim is to establish partnerships, attract investors and gain a foothold in the market.
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