
The ninth edition of the Doha International Maritime Defence Exhibition and Conference (DIMDEX), hosted and organized by the Qatar Armed Forces, will be held at the Qatar National Convention Centre from January 19 to 22, 2026, under the patronage of HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani.
The theme of DIMDEX 2026 is "A Global Hub for Defense Innovation: Invest in Possibilities to to Shape a Secure Tomorrow," and executives from the defense industry around the world, including top national and international defense companies, naval leaders, defense ministers, chiefs of staff, and senior government officials, will be attending.
Long-term security for future generations is facilitated by the event's strategic investments in maritime equipment, defense technologies, and innovation.
DIMDEX 2026 will be a four-day event for the first time in its history, providing attendees with outstanding chances for business networking, strategic discussion, and investigation of the newest technology developments in military matters.