Underpinning the growing international interest in the World Defense Show (WDS) 2026, Chinese companies have already committed to filling 88 percent of the China country pavilion following the success of Airshow China, held from November 12-17, 2024, in Zhuhai, China.
Senior WDS representatives were attending this event to provide potential exhibitors with the opportunity to learn more about WDS 2026 and to book their space, which is filling up quickly.
The World Defense Show Saudi Arabia will showcase the future of defense through breakthrough technological advancements in the sector, and will be held in Riyadh, 8-12 February 2026.
At WDS 2024, China had a noteworthy presence with one of the largest pavilions, making up 9 percent of the overall attendance. The companies showcased innovative technologies, underlining their cutting-edge capabilities in diverse areas of the defense industry.
Since its inception, WDS has experienced substantial growth in exhibition space, increasing by an impressive 54 percent from 2022 to 2026. Following international interest, the floor space for WDS 2026 is already more than 50 percent sold out.
Andrew Pearcey, Chief Executive Officer of World Defense Show, commented, “The significant interest and commitment from Chinese exhibitors is a testament to the prominence WDS holds in the global defense space. Our goal is to bring together global and local stakeholders to advance networking opportunities, strengthen global knowledge-sharing, and shape the future of defense technology.”
Other successful signature features, as well as an abundance of new show themes and ways to network, will be announced on WDS 2026 over the coming months.
