AJBAN defence exhibition opens at ADNEC with 100 international exhibitors showcasing technologies, materials and services for the regional defence manufacturing supply chain.
ABU DHABI: AJBAN defence exhibition opens today, September 22, 2026, at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi, bringing together 100 exhibitors from around the world for a two-day showcase focused on the defence industry’s supply chain.
The exhibition is being held at ADNEC Hall 11 and will be open from 10am to 6pm. Positioned as a specialised industry event, AJBAN focuses on companies supplying materials, equipment, technologies and services to defence manufacturers operating across the region.
Unlike broader defence exhibitions that showcase complete military platforms and systems, AJBAN concentrates on the companies and technologies supporting the manufacturing process and its wider industrial ecosystem.
Over two days, participating exhibitors will present products and capabilities designed for defence manufacturers, providing an opportunity for suppliers, technology providers and industry representatives to connect with businesses operating across the regional market.
The event’s supply-chain focus also reflects the growing importance of industrial partnerships and specialised manufacturing capabilities within the defence sector.
For international suppliers, the exhibition provides a platform to introduce their technologies and services to manufacturers and potential partners in the region. Regional companies, meanwhile, can use the event to identify suppliers and explore technologies relevant to their manufacturing requirements.
With 100 exhibitors participating, the event brings together companies representing different parts of the defence production ecosystem under one roof.
The exhibition is particularly relevant as the UAE continues to develop advanced manufacturing and technology capabilities as part of its broader economic diversification ambitions. Specialised industry events can help create connections between international suppliers and regional manufacturers while increasing awareness of new technologies and industrial services.
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AJBAN defence exhibition also provides a focused environment for business-to-business engagement, allowing participants to explore potential partnerships and supply-chain opportunities over the two-day programme.
Its location at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi places the event within one of the UAE capital’s major exhibition venues, which regularly hosts international industry and business gatherings.
Visitors attending AJBAN can explore the exhibition between 10am and 6pm during its two-day run.
Impact to expect
AJBAN could create new connections between international suppliers and regional defence manufacturers while supporting Abu Dhabi’s position as a meeting point for specialised industrial and technology businesses.
When: September, 21-22 2026
Where: Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Center (ADNEC), Abu Dhabi, UAE
Ajban is not open to the general public, with visitors admitted by invitation, reinforcing its focus on manufacturers, suppliers, buyers and other industry professionals. For more details click here.
