Ninth edition of DIMDEX set to launch on Jan 19 next year
Doha
Under the patronage of His Highness the Amir of the State of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, the ninth edition of the Doha International Maritime Defence Exhibition and Conference (DIMDEX), organised and hosted by the Qatar Armed Forces, will take place from January 19 to 22, 2026, at the Qatar National Convention Centre.
DIMDEX 2026 will be held under the theme: 'A Global Hub for Defense Innovation: Invest in Possibilities to Shape a Secure Tomorrow,' with participation from leading national and international defense companies, naval leaders, defense ministers, chiefs of staff, senior government officials, and executives from the defense sector worldwide.
The event serves as a key platform to foster innovation, strategic investments in defense technologies, and maritime equipment, contributing to long-term security for future generations.
For the first time in its history, DIMDEX 2026 will be a four-day event, offering participants exceptional opportunities for strategic dialogue, business exchanges, and exploration of the latest technological advancements in military affairs.
Chairman of the DIMDEX Organizing Committee, Staff Brigadier (Sea) Abdulbaqi Saleh Al Ansari, expressed pride for the organisation of the ninth edition of DIMDEX over four days, stressing that the theme reflects the commitment to providing a vital platform that brings together the global maritime defense and security community for networking, collaboration, and investment in innovations shaping the future of global security.
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