19 Nov 2026 · Rotterdam, NL

NIDV Exhibition Defence & Security

NIDV Exhibition Defence & Security (NEDS) is an annual one-day international defence and security exhibition held in the Benelux that brings together government, industry and knowledge institutes. The event features (inter)national exhibitors presenting products and services across land, sea, air, space and cyber domains, plus a morning plenary program and a matchmaking day the day before for industry and delegations. It attracts foreign delegations and government attendees and is organised by the NIDV.

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Dates
19 Nov 2026
Venue
Rotterdam Ahoy Convention Centre (Rotterdam Ahoy)
Location
Rotterdam, NL
Frequency
Annual
Audience
Trade
Scale
International
Exhibitors
200Estimate
Visitors
4,500Fact
Aerospace & DefenceIT & SoftwareSecurity & SafetyTelecommunicationsLogistics & Transport
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About NIDV Exhibition Defence & Security

NIDV Exhibition Defence & Security is an international trade show in Rotterdam, Netherlands for the Aerospace & Defence and IT & Software industries. The 2026 edition runs 19 Nov 2026 at Rotterdam Ahoy Convention Centre (Rotterdam Ahoy). It brings together an estimated 200 exhibitors and 4,500 visitors (organizer-confirmed).

Known editions

Venue

Rotterdam Ahoy Convention Centre (Rotterdam Ahoy)

Ahoy'-weg 10, 3084 BA Rotterdam, 3084 BA Rotterdam, South Holland, NL

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Frequently asked questions

When is NIDV Exhibition Defence & Security 2026?
NIDV Exhibition Defence & Security 2026 runs 19 Nov 2026 at Rotterdam Ahoy Convention Centre (Rotterdam Ahoy).
Where is NIDV Exhibition Defence & Security held?
NIDV Exhibition Defence & Security is held at Rotterdam Ahoy Convention Centre (Rotterdam Ahoy) in Rotterdam, Netherlands.
How many exhibitors does NIDV Exhibition Defence & Security have?
NIDV Exhibition Defence & Security counts an estimated 200 exhibitors.
Is NIDV Exhibition Defence & Security worth attending?
NIDV Exhibition Defence & Security is an international trade show for the Aerospace & Defence and IT & Software industries, so it is most relevant to exhibitors and buyers in those industries. It brings together an estimated 200 exhibitors. Whether it is worth attending depends on your objectives, but its scale and sector focus are a useful guide.

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