Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Ruler of Abu Dhabi.

Exhibition

20-22
JANUARY
2026

20 - 22 JANUARY 2026

ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi, UAE

THE SIXTH EDITION OF THE UNMANNED SYSTEM EXHIBITION AND CONFERENCE

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THE MIDDLE EAST'S PREMIER EVENT FOR DRONES, ROBOTICS, & UNMANNED SYSTEMS

Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the sixth edition of UMEX & SimTEX 2024 saw record attendance and showcased cutting-edge technology. This key event offered valuable networking opportunities and highlighted the latest advancements in unmanned systems, fostering innovation, collaboration, and business growth in the industry.

27,356

Attendees

93

Participating Countries

214

International Exhibitors

270

Delegations

Unlock Unmatched Opportunities at UMEX 2026

Building on the proven success of previous Unmanned Systems Exhibitions and Conference, the Middle East is set for an exceptional UMEX 2026.

This edition will elevate the event’s impact, aligning with the expanding global demand in the unmanned sector and solidifying UMEX as the premier event for discovering and leveraging cutting-edge industry advancements.

UMEX will continue to be the leading hub for connecting manufacturers, operators, and decision makers, fostering strategic partnerships that drive the industry forward. The event will also highlight the transformative roles of unmanned systems in military simulation, environmental sustainability, civil applications, and humanitarian efforts.

Join us at UMEX 2026 as we push the boundaries of innovation and set new standards of excellence in the unmanned systems industry.

WHY EXHIBIT?

WHY EXHIBIT?

Companies can showcase unmanned systems and technologies in numerous ways that will engage the international and regional delegations and visitors who attend UMEX and SIMTEX

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EXHIBITING AT UMEX AND SIMTEX

EXHIBITING AT UMEX AND SIMTEX

For more information about participating options at UMEX and SIMTEX 2026

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UMEX Conference: Shaping the Future of Unmanned Systems

The UMEX Conference is a high-level platform bringing together global leaders, government officials, and industry experts to discuss the latest advancements and challenges in unmanned systems, robotics, and artificial intelligence. Held alongside the UMEX & SimTEX exhibitions, the conference explores critical topics such as defense applications, cross-sector innovations, regulatory frameworks, and the integration of autonomous technologies into future operations. Join the conversation driving the evolution of autonomous systems in a rapidly transforming world.

WHY YOU MUST ATTEND UMEX?

Showcase your latest innovations to the right target market players

Your ideal platform to meet, engage, and interact with all the professionals in the unmanned systems and simulation

Get exposed to the latest technologies in the defence, environmental, civil, and humanitarian industry

Engage with the widest range of prospective buyers

Discover new selling opportunities and expand your potentials in the evolving new industry

Access key decision makers like senior military, government associates, and industry leaders

Network in a larger scale with the right people in the right place

WHY JOIN UMEX NEXT-GEN STARTUPS?

Connect with global investors, industry experts, and defence leaders
Explore partnerships and cutting-edge innovations
Showcase your startup to an audience of 27,000+ professionals
Gain speaking and networking opportunities at an international stage

UMEX & SIMTEX 2024 FEATURES

Flying Demo

FLYING LIVE DEMONSTRATIONS

Flying Demo

Land Demo

UNMANNED GROUND LIVE VEHICLES DEMONSTRATION BROCHURE

Land Demo

Maritime Demo

UNMANNED MARITIME LIVE SYSTEMS DEMONSTRATION BROCHURE

Maritime Demo

UMEX COMMERCIAL

Unleash the full potential of the UV industry with UMEX Commercial Zone

Get hands- on experience with the latest UV technology through live demonstrations and product displays

Learn from leading experts through insightful keynote speeches, panel discussions, and technical sessions

Discover new
products and services from UV manufacturers and service providers

Network with industry experts and peers from around the world

Meet 2024 Industry Leaders

2024 Speakers

H.E. Omran Sharaf

Assistant Minister

Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation for Advanced Science and Technology, UAE

H.E Dr. Mohamed Al Kuwaiti

Head Of Cybersecurity

Government of UAE

Vice Admiral Brad Cooper

Commander

U.S. Naval Forces Central Command

Prof Fakhreddine (Fakhri) Karray

Professor of Machine Learning

Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI)

Stanislas Gourlez de La Motte

Navy Advisor to the Chairman and C.E.O.

Naval Group

Brigadier (rtd.) Tim Allen

CEO

Houbara Defence & Security

Maj. Gen. Lee Bo-hyung

Inaugural Commander

Drone Operations Command - South Korea

Col. Dr. Rashed Aldhaheri

Assistant Professor of International Relations

UAE National Defence College

Brandon Tseng

President & Cofounder

Shield AI

Mohsen Al Awadhi

Director of the Space Missions Department

UAE Space Agency

Giulio Segurini

CEO, Partner

STRADAai

Eszter Kovács

CEO

DroneTalks Group

Gary W. Rosholt RADM, USN(Ret)

Corporate Vice President, Middle East Operations

L3Harris Technologies, Inc.

Dr Yehya Al Marzooqi

Executive Advisor, Group CEO

Emirates Steel Arkan

Dr. Zhengxiong (Maso) Yang

Mobility Solution Architecture Lead

Bayanat

Robert Harward VADM, USN (Ret.) SEAL

Executive Vice President, International Business & Strategy

Shield AI

Dr. Ray O. Johnson

CEO

Technology Innovation Institute (TII)

Ashfaq Ladha

Senior Vice President Corporate Finance

EDGE Group

Dr. Robert Sadowski

Army Chief Roboticist, Ground Vehicle Systems Center

AFC Combat Capabilities Development Center

Dr Shreekant (Ticky) Thakkar

Chief Research Officer, Secure Systems Research Centre

Technology Innovation Institute

Malik Majali

Technical Manager

SCS

Dr. Sherif Hashem

Information Sciences and Technology

George Mason University (GMU)

Prof Daniel Baltrusaitis

Consultant

Defence Sector

Dr. Roberto Sabatini

Professor of Aeronautics and Astronautics

Khalifa University

Anas Al Otaiba

General Manager

Emirates Defense Companies Council

2024 Sponsors and Partners

Official Show Guide Partner

Official Online Show Daily & Web TV Partner

Official Arabic Show Dailies

2024 Media Partners