Eurosatory 2028 Paris: Defence Exhibition Guide & List
By Ilyas Kerbal,
Eurosatory is the world’s leading international defence and security exhibition for land and airland systems. It runs in even years at Paris Nord Villepinte. The 2026 edition, held from 15 to 19 June, set a record with more than 2,100 exhibitors from 64 countries. The next edition is in June 2028. In 2024 the show welcomed 43,000 visitors from over 150 countries and 330 official delegations.
Rising European defence budgets have made Eurosatory busier than ever. For suppliers, primes and service providers, it is a key meeting point with government buyers.
Eurosatory at a glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Industry | Defence & security |
| Venue | Paris Nord Villepinte |
| City and country | Paris, France |
| Next edition | June 2028 (2026 edition ran 15–19 June) |
| Frequency | Biennial (even years) |
| Does it move? | No. Always Paris Nord Villepinte, even years. |
| Scale | 2,100+ exhibitors from 64 countries (2026, record); 43,000 visitors from 150+ countries and 330 official delegations (2024) |
| Organiser | COGES Events (GICAT) |
| Typical ticket price | Professional badge; price depends on number of days (~€50–100, estimate) |
| Event app / platform | Official Eurosatory app |
| Website | eurosatory.com |
What Eurosatory covers
- Land defence: vehicles, weapons and munitions
- Drones, counter-UAS and robotics
- C4ISR, cyber and electronic warfare
- Homeland security and protection
- The defence supply chain and SMEs
Live demonstrations complement the halls. Defence ministries and procurement agencies send official delegations.
Where it takes place
Eurosatory is always at Paris Nord Villepinte. In odd years, the defence calendar moves to DSEI in London and other shows.
Who attends Eurosatory
| Audience | Interest | Relevance |
|---|---|---|
| Defence ministries and procurement agencies | Programmes and tenders | Final buyers |
| Armed forces and security forces | Capability needs | Users and evaluators |
| Prime contractors and supply-chain buyers | Subcontractors, components | Key targets for SMEs |
| Official delegations (around 330) | International cooperation | Export opportunities |
Access is restricted to defence and security professionals over 16.
Entrance to the Eurosatory defence exhibition. Photo: Copyleft, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
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Badges and accreditation
Eurosatory uses a professional badge priced by the number of days (around €50–100, estimate). Accreditation is required and strictly checked.
The Eurosatory app
An official app is released before the show, usually in late May, with the exhibitor directory, programme and maps. It is useful on site but offers no export and no visibility on which procurement teams or delegations will attend.
How to prospect Eurosatory
- Segment exhibitors by capability: vehicles, munitions, drones and counter-UAS, C4ISR, protection.
- Map primes and their tier-1 suppliers if you are looking for subcontracting work.
- Identify business-development and supply-chain leads at each target company.
- Check export-control constraints before you plan international outreach.
- Plan around security checks. Entry takes time, so leave buffers between meetings.
Pros and cons
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| Concentration of government buyers and delegations | Biennial |
| Growing market with higher defence spending | Strict accreditation and security |
| Live demos and full land-defence coverage | Export controls limit some exhibitors |
Frequently asked questions
When is the next Eurosatory?
In June 2028 at Paris Nord Villepinte. The 2026 edition ran from 15 to 19 June.
Who can attend Eurosatory?
Accredited defence and security professionals aged over 16.
Who organises Eurosatory?
COGES Events, part of GICAT.
Can I get the Eurosatory exhibitor list?
The app lists exhibitors without exportable contacts. An enriched list adds company data and business-development contacts from public sources.
Start building your 2028 plan
Defence programmes run on long timelines. For an enriched list of Eurosatory exhibitors and partners, reach out via the Prospector home page.
Related event guides
- DSEI 2027 London: Defence Exhibition Guide & Attendee List
- Milipol Paris 2027: Homeland Security Event Guide & List
- Paris Air Show 2027: Le Bourget Guide & Attendee List
Sources
Image credits
- Cover image: Photo: Seboynie2022, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons. Armoured vehicle on display at Eurosatory 2022 in Paris.
- In-article image: Photo: Copyleft, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons. Entrance to the Eurosatory defence exhibition.
