08-09-10 April 2026
Yashobhoomi Expo Centre, Delhi
Visitor Profile
Private Sector Defense Companies
- Leading private enterprises excelling in the production of weapons, armored vehicles, UAVs, electronics, and software solutions.
- Notable companies: Tata Advanced Systems, L&T Defence, Bharat Forge, Mahindra Defence Systems.
Public Sector Defense Units
- Government-owned entities focused on manufacturing, research & development, and procurement to meet the armed forces’ needs.
- Key organizations: Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL).
International OEMs (Original Equipment Manufacturers)
- Global leaders providing advanced weapon systems, avionics, and military-grade equipment.
- Examples: Lockheed Martin, Boeing, Airbus, Saab, Rafael Advanced Defense Systems.
Ordnance Factories
- State-operated facilities specializing in the production of arms, ammunition, and defense equipment for military use.
- Notable example: Ordnance Factory Board (OFB) and its extensive network of manufacturing units.
Naval Dockyards
- Strategic facilities dedicated to the construction, maintenance, and repair of naval vessels.
- Leading organizations: Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders, Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE).
Research Laboratories
- Cutting-edge facilities advancing missile technology, artificial intelligence, robotics, and space defense systems.
- Key labs: DRDO labs such as ARDE (Armament Research and Development Establishment) and GTRE (Gas Turbine Research Establishment).
Aerospace Research Centers
- Renowned institutions driving innovation in aerospace technologies for both defense and civilian purposes.
- Notable centers: ISRO, National Aerospace Laboratories (NAL), Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA).