The International Defence Industry Exhibition (MSPO) will once again position itself as a key platform for global defense innovation when it opens its doors for the 33rd edition on September 2–5, 2025.
First launched in 1993, MSPO has grown into the largest military trade fair in Central and Eastern Europe and now ranks as Europe’s third-largest defense exhibition, following Eurosatory in Paris and DSEI in London. The event is staged annually at Targi Kielce and regularly hosts more than 700 exhibitors from 30+ countries, drawing over 25,000 visitors.
The 2025 edition will feature 769 exhibitors from 34 nations, covering close to 30,000 m² of exhibition space, both indoors and outdoors. Highlights will include:
- A Polish Armed Forces showcase, with over 1,000 soldiers demonstrating state-of-the-art military systems under the theme “Modern Armed Forces create a strong and secure future.”
- More than 45 conferences and seminars led by global defense experts, addressing challenges from cybersecurity to unmanned systems.
- The prestigious DEFENDER Awards, alongside commendations from the President of Poland and the Ministry of National Defence.
The exhibition takes place amid a rapidly shifting geopolitical landscape. With Poland allocating over 4% of its GDP to defense modernization, MSPO stands as a crucial meeting point for military leaders, defense industries, and policymakers shaping the future of European and NATO security.
The 2024 edition marked 25 years of Poland’s NATO membership, featuring over 600 exhibitors and spotlighting advanced technologies such as the K2 Black Panther tank, new-generation radars, and the Piorun NG MANPADS, which gained attention for its operational role in Ukraine.
MSPO continues to strengthen its reputation as a strategic hub for defense innovation, partnerships, and procurement, bringing together industry leaders and decision-makers from across the globe.
Międzynarodowy Salon Przemysłu Obronnego (International Defence Industry Exhibition) is Central and Eastern Europe’s largest military equipment trade fair and one of the most prominent defense events worldwide.
- Established: 1993
- Location: Hosted every September at Targi Kielce, in Kielce, Poland
- Scale: Typically gathers over 700 companies from more than 30 nations, drawing 25,000+ professional visitors annually
- Status: Recognized as Europe’s third-biggest defense exhibition, after Eurosatory (Paris) and DSEI (London)
MSPO 2024 – Recent Highlights
- Special Milestone: Celebrated 25 years of Poland in NATO, with 600+ exhibitors filling more than 30,000 m²
- Key Displays: Advanced systems like the Rak turret, K2 Black Panther tanks from South Korea, next-gen radars, and the Thales–Pit Radwar partnership
- Battlefield Relevance: The Piorun NG MANPADS stood out, especially given its proven role in the Ukrainian conflict
