The market for unmanned systems is shifting from prototypes to operational deployments in inspection, logistics and security. Against that backdrop Drone World Expo 2026 takes place from 3 to 5 March in Nadarzyn.
Dates and venue for Drone World Expo 2026
The trade fair runs from 3 to 5 March 2026 at PTAK Warsaw Expo in Nadarzyn. The venue offers the infrastructure required for live demonstrations and a commercial program aimed at professionals across aerospace and applied industries.
Attendee and exhibitor profiles for this edition
Visitor profiles include energy and telecom managers, surveyors, emergency and uniformed services, infrastructure managers, ecologists and logistics heads. Exhibitors cover manufacturers of specialised drones, suppliers of sensors and components, solution integrators, fleet management and UTM software developers, and training providers.
Key figures
This edition lists 25,033 attendees and 362 exhibitors. Hosting the event at PTAK Warsaw Expo adds scale and services typical of large showgrounds in the region.
Program highlights and awards
The fair pairs exhibition space with a conference stream and an exhibitor catalog. The event includes an awards ceremony that recognises outstanding trade fair activity, breakthrough products and industry experts across predefined categories.
Commercial prospecting and practical tactics
Define target buyer personas in advance using the exhibitor and visitor lists. Prioritise meetings with infrastructure operators, network supervisors and defence procurement teams. On stand focus on concise technical demos and product datasheets that show measurable outcomes.
Run short repeatable demonstrations that deliver results within ten minutes and prepare tailored talking points for non technical procurement stakeholders. Schedule meeting slots in advance and map potential integrators using the exhibitor catalog to accelerate commercial conversations.
Logistics and final note
PTAK Warsaw Expo supports test areas and mounting facilities that simplify stand operations and flight checks. Registration and detailed program information are available at https://droneworldexpo.pl/en
Drone World Expo 2026 concentrates industry attention on operational uses of UAVs and the services that sustain them. For vendors the immediate task is to convert visibility into pilot contracts and field trials that demonstrate measurable benefits. Visit https://droneworldexpo.pl/en to check the catalog and plan meetings.
