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98%
SATISFIED
CUSTOMERS
98% of Exhibitors would
recommend IDEX as a
‘MUST PARTICIPATE’
global defence show.
“IDEX is one of the premier shows in
the world. What makes IDEX special is the
opportunity to interact with our customers,
with our peers, our industry potential
partners and the community at large.”
Paul T. Mikolashek
Vice President, International
Business Development, Raytheon
“I’d like to thank the organisers of this
Exhibition; it has been a huge success and
a pleasure for us to be here.”
Nikolay M. Dimidiuk,
Rosoboronexport
“I believe that IDEX is one of the top shows
now globally, not just one of the best
shows in the region. It’s a big fixture now
on the global calendar.”
Andrew Humphreys,
BAE Systems
“I am very happy with this year’s IDEX, and
so too are the small and medium-sized
companies that we represent. IDEX is a
must, and we are 100% returning for the
next show in two years’ time.”
Wolfgang Baumbach,
German Pavilion representative
“IDEX is important not just regionally
but globally. There are over 100 British
companies exhibiting this year and IDEX
provides these companies with the
opportunity to seek joint ventures with
their UAE counterparts. We will definitely
be back for IDEX 2015.”
Adam Johnson,
UK Pavilion representative
“A great experience. And a great
opportunity to share information about
military technologies, and co-operate with
our other navies and with the UAE.”
Commander Massimiliano Lauretti,
Italian Navy
Welcome to IDEX 2015
The International Defence Exhibition and Conference (IDEX), is quite simply one of the world’s
leading joint defence exhibitions, and certainly the largest in the Middle East and Africa.
Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of
the UAE and Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, IDEX is widely recognised as the
foremost showcase for the very latest technology, insight and innovation that currently defines
the modern defence industry.
This is in large part due to the introduction of NAVDEX in 2011 - the region’s largest naval
defence and maritime security exhibition but also as a result of the unwavering support and
enthusiasm received by its exhibitors and visitors year after year.
For this we thank you and it is with great pleasure that I can say, without reservation, that the
next edition in February 2015 will be the most impressive yet.
From the opportunity to engage with industry leaders at the very highest level, to showcasing
your products and services to a captured international audience, having a presence at IDEX 2015
is simply a must for individuals, companies and governments who operate in this space.
The eye of the global defence market will be fixated on Abu Dhabi from the 22nd to the 26th of
February 2015 and through this digital platform we will be sharing a whole host of exciting
event developments over the coming weeks and months.
Quite distinct from other events of its kind, our show is a real differentiator and we very much
look forward to welcoming you at IDEX and NAVDEX in Abu Dhabi in 2015.
Saleh Almarzooqi
IDEX Chief Executive Officer
IDEX 2013 at a glance
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1,112 international and regional participating companies from 59 countries
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147 UAE-based companies exhibiting, spanning over 12,500m² of exhibition space
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133,000 gross m² of exhibition and display area
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43,863 net m² of stand space
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38 National Pavilions
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80,000 visitors from 143 countries
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150 Official Delegations
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750 accredited journalists from 51 countries
12 halls of indoor exhibition space
Outdoor and On-water exhibition displays
NAVDEX (Naval Defence Exhibition) spanning over 6,000m²
20 Hospitality Suites
Opening Ceremony attended by 5,000 VIPs and high-ranking military officials
Daily Live Demonstrations
Unmanned Systems Exhibition (UMEX)
Daily Ship Visits
IDEX - NAVDEX Defence Summit
Exhibitor Networking Event attented by 2500 guests
IDEX 2015
In 2015, attention from the world’s defence and security industry will be in Abu Dhabi as it stages the 12th edition of the
International Defence Exhibition and Conference (IDEX).
With the prestigious honour, IDEX 2015 continues to be held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Khalifa Bin
Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE and Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces.
IDEX 2015 will be organised by IDEX LLC ( an ADNEC Group Company) in association with the UAE Armed Forces GHQ and
will take place between 22 - 26 February, at Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC) , United Arab Emirates.
IDEX SHOW THROUGHOUT THE YEARS
IDEX 1993
was launched on February 1993 and welcomed for
the first time in the UAE 350 exhibiting companies
from 24 countries.
IDEX 1995 hosted:
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566 companies
40 countries
24,000 visitors
For the first time – country pavilions from
29 countries
IDEX 1997
was honoured by the visit of H.H. President Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan – the late President of the UAE
and Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces
IDEX throughout the years 1999-2005
Live Demonstrations
IDEX 1999
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862 companies
43 countries
70 military delegations
The venue
IDEX 2001
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860 companies
43 countries
Outdoor exhibits
IDEX 2003
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698 exhibitors
32 country pavilions
The media
IDEX 2005
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730 exhibitors
50 countries
IDEX 2005
In August 2005, His Highness, Sheikh Khalifa Bin
Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab
Emirates and Ruler of Abu Dhabi, issues a Royal
Decree to establish ADNEC – Abu Dhabi National
Exhibitions Company.
IDEX 2007
The President of the UAE, His Highness Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan officially opens the new Exhibition
Centre. ADNEC begins canal dredging to a depth of 6m to allow Naval ships to exhibit for IDEX 2009.
IDEX 2007
Live Demonstrations
Outdoor exhibits
Military Delegations
Official Tour
IDEX 2009
ADNEC developments were completed for IDEX including the pedestrian bridge, marina quay wall and
beach for marine displays. The spectacular IDEX Opening Ceremony was the first of its kind at IDEX 2009.
Grand opening
Vehicle mobility track in front
of the Grand Stand
On-site visiting naval vessels
Live amphibious
demonstrations
IDEX 2011
IDEX 10th Celebratory Edition 2011 gained the
reputation as the second largest defence &
security event by launching & co-locating the
maritime security exhibition – NAVDEX.
IDEX 2013
Record break exhibition IDEX and NAVDEX 2013 welcomed:
• 80,000 visitors from 143 countries
• 1112 exhibitors from 59 countries
• 150 Official delegations
• 133,000 gross exhibition area
• 750 accredited journalists from 51 countries
• 38 National Pavilions
The Successful IDEX Formula
The International Defence Exhibition (IDEX) is the world’s leading defence show.
IDEX provides the best platform for international solution providers across land, sea and air sectors with special
feature areas dedicated to helicopters, unmanned systems and NAVDEX, the region’s leading naval defence
and maritime security event.
Named ‘The Best Trade Show’
at the Middle East Event Awards 2013
High Profile Audience
As the leading defence event in the region, IDEX attracts over 80,000 visitors from across the world, with a
concentrated number of attendees from the surrounding regions of the Middle East, Africa and the Asian subcontinent.
The Official Delegations, hosted by the UAE Armed Forces, represent countries from around the world, and include
individuals and representation from Defence Ministers, Chiefs of Staff, and Army, Navy and Airforce Commanders.
Also attending IDEX are local, regional and international high-profile visitors and officials from the government, industry
and armed forces.
“We’re delighted again with the ever-increasing
attendance of the official delegations that come
and visit…
It is one of the most important shows in the world,
no question about it.”
Serge Buchakjian,
Oshkosh Defense
Indoor, Outdoor and
On-water Exhibition Space
IDEX takes place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC), which is centrally located in Abu Dhabi, the capital
of the United Arab Emirates.
ADNEC – the largest exhibition venue in the Middle East includes:
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12 Indoor Halls
Central Concourse
Atrium Area
ADNEC Grandstand
Outdoor Capital Plaza
Hospitality Chalets
State-of-the-art Media Centre
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Opening Ceremony Stage
Live Demonstrations Mobility Track
NAVDEX Exhibition Halls
On-water Berths
Helicopter Demonstration Area
Unmanned Systems Demonstration Area
Food & Beverage Outlets
Co-located with NAVDEX
NAVDEX, the premier naval defence and maritime security exhibition for the Middle East and North Africa region, takes place at
ADNEC at the same time as IDEX.
Located on the waterfront at the ADNEC Marina, the event showcases the latest in naval, maritime and coastal security
technology and equipment.
“IDEX and NAVDEX are probably one of the
world’s largest and the most impressive
defence exhibitions in the world.”
Richard Hutchings,
Lieutenant Commander, Royal Navy
Commanding Officer, HMS Ramsey
Opening Ceremony
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum,
Vice-President and Prime Minister of United Arab Emirates, officially launched IDEX 2013.
The opening ceremony was watched by 5,000 VIPs and international delegations from 82 countries.
Land, Air and Water Demonstrations
Covering an area of 32,000m², live demonstrations at IDEX and NAVDEX are a dedicated platform for industry to showcase
the latest in defence technology.
IDEX - NAVDEX DEFENCE SUMMIT 2015
Supported by the UAE Armed Forces, INDS is a three day event which will gather senior government and military officials from
across the service branches as well as senior industry executives from across the world to discuss the emerging trends in
defence and technology.
As an integral part of IDEX 2015, INDS will represent one of the most important international gatherings of the defence and
security community in the GCC, aiming to attract more than 1000 senior defence executives.
The conference is organized by the Institute for Near East and Gulf Military Analysis.
Opportunities at IDEX 2015
Exhibiting, Sponsoring and Additional Participation
Opportunities to exhibit include:
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Indoor stand space
Shell scheme space
Outdoor displays
First Time Exhibition Zone
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Country pavilions
Sponsorship
Daily demonstrations
Exhibiting at IDEX 2015
Year on year IDEX continues to attract a growing wealth of international decision-makers from within the defence industry,
alongside representatives from governments, armed forces and key military personnel. Strong representation from
GCC and MENA countries make IDEX the prime platform to reach such an important audience.
Why Exhibit?
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Position your company as a leader in defence technologies and solutions
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Take a leadership role in the defence and security market
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Gain access to global leaders, policy-makers and decision-makers
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Profile your technologies and projects, and meet global defence contractors
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Reach thousands of prime contractors and international delegations
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Align your brand to a high-profile regional and international event marketing campaign
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Benefit from global media coverage
Exhibiting Options
Indoor Exhibition Space Only
Indoor Shell Space
This will comprise of an indoor area
marked out to the required dimensions.
This solution is beneficial for larger plots
and offers creativity and flexibility in terms
of stand design and branding options.
A min. 9m² shell scheme stand
comprises the space, carpet, walls,
spotlights, electricity sockets,
name board and furniture
tailored to your needs.
Outdoor Space
First Time Exhibitor Zone
Outdoor exhibiting will comprise an area marked out to
the required dimensions. This solution offers great stand
visibility and flexible display area for your products.
It is easy and cost-effective to participate in IDEX for the first time.
Each company in the FTEZ receives a complete turnkey stand
package which includes:
Hospitality Space – Capital Suites
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Perfect for private meetings, presentations, or corporate
hospitality. The indoor Capital Suites, located around the
concourse (1st floor), are available for hire during the event.
6 square metres of exhibition space
carpet and shell scheme walls
power and lighting
a furniture package
* Note: The first-time exhibitor zone is only available to companies who have not
exhibited at the previous 10 editions of IDEX.
Additional Opportunities at IDEX 2015
Demonstrations
In 2015, exhibitors can showcase their products, vehicles and boats in live demonstrations:
Land Mobility demonstrations
Exhibitors will be able to demonstrate vehicles on a highly technical mobility track, incorporating challenging terrain and
field obstacles.
Amphibious and Waterbourne demonstrations
Daily demonstration sessions will take place on the water at ADNEC Marina. Exhibitors can demonstrate their boats during
scheduled and commentated sessions.
Official Show Daily,
Show Guide and Map Book
IHS Jane’s Group produce the official publications for IDEX 2015. Five Show Dailies will be printed and distributed
around the event in addition to the Show Guide, Map Book and DVD Guide.
Media Centre
The media centre will provide comprehensive media facilities for the local
TV, radio, newspaper and business press, as well as key international trade
media outlets attending IDEX 2015.
Exhibitor Gala Dinner
The highlight of the IDEX week is the Gala Dinner to be held on Monday, 23rd
February. The event, welcoming VIPs, official delegations and senior visitors,
will be an excellent networking opportunity for exhibitors and sponsors.
Delegations Lounge
“The media exposure that
companies exhibiting receive is
great. For the smaller companies
the exposure is also vital. It
allows them to showcase their
products on the international
stage. France will definitely be
back for IDEX 2015.”
Audrey Favale,
French Pavilion representative
IDEX attracts official delegations visiting from across the GCC and around the world. Attending from the first day of the
event to watch the opening ceremony, the official delegations attend all five days of the exhibition to visit stands and
source the latest products/technology that exhibitors have on offer.
Welcome Reception
Held in the evening before the show opening day, the IDEX welcome reception will be ‘by invitation only’ to senior
management, official delegations, GHQ and the IDEX VIPs.
NAVDEX 2015
NAVDEX 2015 provides a dedicated and focused platform for
international naval defence and maritime security companies to
showcase their technologies and services to the MENA region.
NAVDEX has the unique advantage of being co-located with IDEX and
features a purpose-built exhibition hall, a marina for visiting naval ships,
a pontoon for small crafts, daily water demonstrations, and an outdoor
display area.
“NAVDEX presents a
unique opportunity for us
to present our industryleading solutions to
government and private
sector decision-makers.
NAVDEX is key in helping
us reach out to our
existing clients and build
relationships with new
ones.”
Spokesperson,
Abu Dhabi Shipbuilding
Why Exhibit?
NAVDEX offers exhibitors the unique opportunity to raise awareness of the latest in naval, maritime and coastal security
technology, equipment and crafts.
Key Partnerships and Associations
NAVDEX is organised in partnership with GHQ. These partnerships help ensure the presence of key government entities
such as the UAE Navy, CICPA, Coast Guard and Port Authorities.
Visitor and Exhibitor engagement
Through high-calibre keynote sessions, pre-arranged networking events, and a senior visitors and international delegations
programme, NAVDEX ensures exhibitors meet the region’s government representatives and key decision-makers.
Presence of UAE and International warships
NAVDEX has the unique advantage of being able to berth warships alongside the
venue. In 2013, NAVDEX welcomed nine warships from the UAE, USA, France, UK,
Italy and Pakistan. The ships located at the ADNEC Marina immediately outside
the NAVDEX exhibition halls. The vessels enabled exhibitors to showcase their
company’s equipment operationally on board.
Vessels and Crafts alongside the exhibition stand
Exhibitors can showcase on-water exhibits, and berth crafts and vessels at the
ADNEC Marina. They will be accessible for viewing by all visitors, and boats can be
taken out for test runs on the water throughout the exhibition.
Demonstrate equipment to potential clients
NAVDEX exhibitors can include equipment during live choreographed
demonstrations that take place daily in front of a grandstand of event attendees.
“NAVDEX is the fastest growing
Naval and Maritime show in the
Middle East. With access to the
water, NAVDEX offers the
opportunity to see the latest in
naval innovation live on board
the vessels that are actualy
utilizing the technology every
day. The Navy League of the
United States was proud to be
a part of NAVDEX 2013 and is
already looking to return to
NAVDEX 2015.”
Spokesperson,
Navy League of the United States
Keynote Sessions
NAVDEX offers daily keynote sessions by high-ranking international naval officers. Last year the sessions welcomed the UAE
Navy Commander, Royal Navy (UK) Fleet Commander, US Navy 5th Fleet Commander and the UAE CICPA Commander.
The sessions are open to exhibitors and visitors and address the latest developments and trends in international naval
military. This helps attract senior delegations to the NAVDEX exhibition halls.
High-Profile Audience
Every opportunity will be taken to encourage and maximise the engagement between exhibiting companies with the
key government buyers and influencers.
International delegations are invited and hosted by GHQ, which ensures that NAVDEX attracts a wealth of international
decision-makers from within the naval defence and maritime security industry.
Alongside Ministers, Senior Officers and Chiefs of Navies, NAVDEX will attract key governments and private sector
representatives from the Middle East, Africa, and Asian Subcontinent region.
Who Exhibits?
NAVDEX attracts exhibitors specialising in all areas of naval defence and maritime security, including ships and ship
building, systems and technology, weapons and combat, naval equipment and crafts.
Participation at NAVDEX facilitates the opportunity to secure contacts within the Middle East and surrounding regions.
Unmanned Systems Exhibition 2015
IDEX 2015, the world’s leading joint defence exhibition, is bringing the next generation of defence technology to the region
through the launch of yet another key pillar – the 1st Edition of the Unmanned Systems Exhibition (UMEX) 2015.
Supported by UAE Armed Forces GHQ and attended by regional government delegations, agencies, industry, military
and civilian authorities, the event will be the ideal business platform to promote unmanned systems technology and
capability to a dedicated and focused industry audience.
Over the next 10 years, nations in the Middle East
and North Africa (MENA) region are predicted to
spend some US$1 billion on expanding their
unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) capabilities.
ADASI, Adcom Systems and Abu Dhabi UAV
Investment Company (AD UAV), focused on
building up the UAE’s design and manufacturing
capabilities of unmanned systems, ultimately
expanding to an export roles.
Who participates?
All manafacturers and provider of components required for Unmanned Systems in the
air (UAVs), ground (UGVs), surface (USVs) and underwater (UUVs).
Why participate?
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Provide international solution providers an exhibition and conference dedicated to unmanned systems technologies in
the Middle East market;
UMEX will welcome to the UAE and GCC government representatives responsible for delivering an effective unmanned
systems capability;
Hear about the latest procurement doctrine and training requirements across the GCC and Middle East;
Meet the latest unmanned systems technology displayed and demonstrated at the exhibition.
Show Unique Features
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Indoor Exhibition Area
Outdoor Displays
Unmanned Systems Conference
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Official Delegations Visits
Networking Evening
Unique Branding & Sponsorship Packages
Daily Demonstrations
Take advantage of the unique sponsorship
and branding opportunities
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Principal Sponsor
Gold Sponsor
Silver Sponsor
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Unmanned Systems Exhibition (UMEX)
Visitor Guide Sponsor
...and many more branding options
Unmanned System Workshop Sponsor
For more information about sponsorship opportunities contact
Mihaela Vincent at Tel: +971 2 4063674 or
email: [email protected]
IDEX, NAVDEX And UMEX 2015 Venue
IDEX takes place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC), which is centrally located in Abu Dhabi, the capital
of the United Arab Emirates. The state-of-the-art exhibition centre, completed in 2009, is the largest centre of its kind in
the Middle East.
The IDEX exhibition takes over 100% of the exhibition centre, utilising
133,000 sqm of event space, including:
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12 indoor air-conditioned halls, the concourse and atrium spaces.
The central outside area, Capital Plaza, which houses the media
centre, outside displays and exhibition stands/pavilions
A purpose-built demonstration track located in front of the
ADNEC Grandstand
35,000 sqm of event space at the ADNEC Marina with a 500m
quay wall and berthing pontoons
Dock-edge area featuring: NAVDEX, Helicopter Pavilion,
On-water Live Demonstrations
Location
“The layout is great, and the
facilities are world-class. Turkey is
amongst the biggest exhibitors at
IDEX, and there may even be
more Turkish companies applying
to exhibit for IDEX 2015 in two
years’ time.”
Koray Deger,
Turkish Pavilion representative
Located just 15 minutes from Abu Dhabi International Airport, 20 minutes from Downtown Abu Dhabi and 45 minutes
from Jebel Ali Dubai, ADNEC has capacity for up to 6,000 vehicles in two on-site multi-storey car parks, and is regularly
serviced by local taxis.
Abu Dhabi, the Capital of the
United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates lies on the south-eastern tip of the Arabian Peninsula, bordered by Saudi Arabia to the south
and west, and the Sultanate of Oman to the south-east, while Qatar lies to the north-west.
Abu Dhabi is the seat of federal government and the country’s capital; it is the largest of the seven emirates of the UAE
and occupies over 80% of the country’s total land mass.
The capital city, Abu Dhabi, is located on a low-lying island, featuring a Manhattan-like skyline with tree-lined roads
landscaped parks and gardens. Sparkling waters of the Arabian Gulf, which surround the city, complete the scenic vista.
IDEX 2015 Full Site Map
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For more information about
participation at IDEX, NAVDEX or UMEX, contact:
Shahla Karim
Email: [email protected]
Direct Tel: +971 (0) 2 406 3362
Sponsorship and
Branding Opportunities:
Mihaela Vincent:
Email: [email protected]
Direct Tel: +971 (0) 2 406 3674
For more information
Visit: www.idexuae.ae and www.navdex.ae
ThankYouToOurSponsors&Partners
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