European defence priorities and capability upgrades put Hanover on the map for industrial and governmental engagement. DSEI Germany 2027 takes place from 9 to 12 March at Messegelände Hannover and gathers military, ministries and industry under a single programme.
Dates and venue details
The exhibition runs from 9 to 12 March 2027 at Messegelände Hannover. The site combines indoor halls with outdoor areas for dynamic demonstrations and static equipment displays, enabling technical evaluations and live capability showcases.
Exhibitors and thematic zones
The show is organised into distinct zones that mirror procurement needs: Air & Space, Land, Naval, Cyber & Information, Joint Support Systems and Industrial Solutions. Exhibitors listed range from defence electronics and simulation firms to suppliers of naval systems and cyber technology. A Newcomer Zone highlights German SMEs and startups focused on defence applications.
Key figures
Published event figures show 25k+ attendees, 900+ exhibitors, representation from more than 60 countries and 800+ VIPs and official delegations. Those numbers reflect the scale and international reach of DSEI Germany 2027.
Show features and programme highlights
Core features include a Keynote Forum assembling senior speakers, an Outdoor Dynamic Area for live demonstrations and a Static Display for platforms and equipment. Regional and international pavilions provide market briefings and the MeetMe Lounge supports pre-scheduled meetings between exhibitors and delegations.
B2B prospecting advice for Hanover
Plan engagement by zone and by procurement role. Prioritise meetings with national defence stakeholders and acquisition leads participating in the Keynote Forum. Book slots in the MeetMe Lounge ahead of time and allocate team members to cover both hall meetings and outdoor demonstrations. Deliver concise technical briefs with clear use cases to accelerate follow-up actions with integrators and procurement officers.
DSEI Germany 2027 places a broad cross-section of the European defence ecosystem at Messegelände Hannover. For actionable outreach, map targets by zone and secure formal meeting slots before arrival. Further information and registration details are available on the event website at https://www.dsei-germany.com.
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