Expodefensa - the Defense and Security Reference for Latin America
Since its inception in 2009, Expodefensa has been positioned as the leading Defense and Security event for Latin America and the Caribbean. Expodefensa is supported by the Ministry of National Defense with the participation of armed, security and emergency forces. The organization is made up by two entities, by Corferias and Eurosatory. Both are the references on event organization; Corferias as the Bogota International Business and Exhibition Center and Eurosatory as the leading worldwide land and airland Defense and Security event. In 2015, Expodefensa hosted 232 exhibitors from 26 countries,
10, 390 professional visitors - 66% from them were international, 55 Official Delegations from 27 countries and 49 journalists. The numbers continue to grow every session.
Expodefensa 2017 is an international exhibition and the point of reference for Latin America where all the Defense and Security players, from public bodies and private entities, find technology solutions and international equipment to ensure the defense and security of countries in aspects of air, on land and sea.
Expodefensa highlights the widest range of Defense and Security products presented in Latin America to maintain or restore peace and to prevent and combat natural and industrial disasters. Several centers for the exploitation of energy resources and mine sites are located in the region, that require adequate protection. With exhibitors from all over the world, Expodefensa presents the widest range of Defense and Security products adapted to the regional requirements.
In 2015, Expodefensa hosted exhibitors from 26 countries among them: The United States of America, Russia, Israel, the Czech Republic, South Korea, China, France, Brazil and many others. Expodefensa extends its international dimension in 2017 with new national pavilions and representatives from Spain and Belgium. Amongst the exhibitors are contractors and sub-contractors that will present high-tech products and proven cost-efficient solutions. In addition, companies of services (maintenance, support, etc.), laboratories and research institutes, international organizations, and public institutions participated in the event. Turkey, which has one of the most dynamic defense and security industries in the world, will also be represented at Expodefensa 2017, including internationally renowned companies in their respective domains: Otokar for the Land systems and STM for the Naval systems. All these international exhibitors will exhibit alongside the Colombian armed forces and military industry, which is currently experiencing significant development.
The exhibition welcomes Official Delegations, Defense and Security forces, manufacturers looking for business opportunities and trade visitors from the entire world, but above all, from Latin America and the Caribbean. Expodefensa is a great opportunity to develop network and business, to communicate with potential clients, to reinforce international corporate identity and increase visibility in the dynamic Colombian and Latin American market. It responds to the expectations of governments, critical business and industries and all private and public authorities of the Latin America region and the Caribbean.
The presence of exhibitors coming from five continents allows for the discovering of new suppliers and the latest innovations of the sector. Expodefensa also allows for the development of contacts and the exchange of ideas with experts of the domain, to share knowledge, experiences and lessons learned. This event is a venue for dialogue and interaction between armed & security forces and their suppliers which exhibit the latest products of the Defense & Security industry.
Expodefensa is a meeting place that cannot be missed. It is a must for all the Defense and Security players of Latin America and those worldwide who wish to discover, to understand, to meet and to discuss this ever-evolving sector. A wide range of products and systems will be presented. Many high-level attendees will come to the fair. The next edition will be held from 4 to 6 December 2017 and the event already seems to be very promising. Find more information about Expodefensa on www.expodefensa.com.co.
