National and Country Pavilions at Defence and Aerospace Shows: Official Figures for 2025 to 2028

A national pavilion, also called a country or international pavilion, groups exhibitors from one country or region together on the show floor. Official counts include 41 national pavilions at IDEX and NAVDEX 2025 and 40 national pavilions at Eurosatory 2026. The Farnborough International Airshow 2026 (FIA2026) had 28 country pavilions. This guide sets out how organisers describe pavilions and what each show has published, with every figure tied to its edition.

National pavilions at a glance

What organisers mean by a national or country pavilion

The Farnborough International Airshow calls the format International Pavilions. Its FIA2028 sales brochure describes exhibiting "as part of a collective national presence". International Pavilions are "Designed to bring together organisations from the same country or region", the brochure says.

MRO Middle East uses the heading "Country/Regional Pavilions". Its Zones & Pavilions page says a country pavilion "groups a number of exhibitors from a single country or region together on the show floor". The page points the format at exhibitors who are "part of a regional aviation cluster or a country trade association".

DSEI UK lists "International Pavilions & Participating Countries" as one of its show floor zones. There, the organiser says, visitors find "a diverse mix of exhibitors, ranging from government agencies and trade associations to media outlets and service providers". The pavilions also host information forums. These, the organiser says, "offer in-depth briefings on each country's market position, defence strategies, and opportunities for Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) collaborations."

Pavilion names and formats across shows

Organisers use different names for the same format. Some also use "pavilion" for themed areas. The table records each term and where the organiser uses it.

Dubai Airshow 2025 used the word for themed areas too. Its pre-show release announced "the largest-ever Space Pavilion, organised in partnership with the UAE Space Agency". The same release described an Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) pavilion. MRO Middle East's About page describes an Aircraft Interiors Middle East pavilion covering cabin design, passenger comfort and inflight entertainment.

Who organises a country pavilion

Farnborough lists the "official pavilion organisers confirmed for 2026" on its International Pavilions page. Each entry pairs a country with a named organiser. The organisers include a national government, ministries, trade agencies, industry associations, regional bodies and companies.

For FIA2028, the Farnborough team says it will put interested companies in touch with "the approved in-country organiser".

Singapore Airshow describes the same model. "Pavilions are organised by the relevant trade organisation or government body in your country," says its participation options page. The organiser offers to connect interested exhibitors with "your relevant group organiser".

At World Defense Show 2028, the first-ever Canadian National Pavilion follows an agreement between the show and Global Affairs Canada (GAC).

Arabian World Events and Orchestra Media created Bridge Exhibitions, which provides event management, international sales, marketing and market development for international shows.

National and country pavilion figures by show

The table compares the pavilion figures each organiser has published. Every figure belongs to the edition named in the first column. Where an official page gives no count, the table says so.

IDEX and NAVDEX 2025: 41 national pavilions

IDEX is the International Defence Exhibition, and NAVDEX is the Naval Defence and Maritime Security Exhibition. IDEX and NAVDEX 2025 took place from 17 to 21 February 2025 at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi. ADNEC Group organised both "in collaboration with the UAE Ministry of Defence and Tawazun Council".

ADNEC Group's opening release reported "the participation of 41 national pavilions, with the UAE Pavilion as the largest, spanning 25,000 square metres". Its closing release confirmed that "A total of 41 national pavilions participated from across the globe."

The 2025 closing release put exhibition space at 181,501 square metres, up 10%. IDEX and NAVDEX 2025 counted 1,565 exhibiting companies from 65 countries, including seven new countries. The official IDEX website lists the next edition from 25 to 29 January 2027 at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi. Our IDEX 2027 guide covers it in detail.

Eurosatory 2026: 40 national pavilions

Eurosatory 2026 ran from 15 to 19 June 2026 at Paris Nord Villepinte exhibition centre in France. The organiser is Coges Events, "a subsidiary of GICAT (French Land Defence and Security Industry Association)". Eurosatory takes place every two years. The official website's figures for the 2026 edition list 40 national pavilions and 2,633 exhibitors from 67 countries.

The organiser's June 2026 release reported eight countries exhibiting at Eurosatory for the first time in 2026. Eurosatory 2026 also opened Hall 4, taking total exhibition space to "more than 185,000 m²", according to the organiser's March 2026 release. The same release gives 38 international pavilions for Eurosatory 2024. The next edition is set for 19 to 23 June 2028 in Paris.

Farnborough International Airshow 2026: 28 country pavilions

The Farnborough International Airshow 2026 (FIA2026) took place from 20 to 24 July 2026. The organiser's FIA2028 sales brochure lists 28 country pavilions at FIA2026, up 17%. The same brochure reports 1,636 exhibitors at FIA2026, up 15%, and 567 delegations from 83 countries, up 44%.

The organiser's FIA2026 closing release counts 141,580 trade and public visitors, a show-on-show increase of 41%. The next edition, FIA2028, takes place from 17 to 21 July 2028, according to the same release.

Dubai Airshow 2025: 21 country pavilions and a debut from Morocco

Dubai Airshow 2025 was the show's 19th edition. It took place from 17 to 21 November 2025 at Dubai World Central (DWC), Dubai Airshow Site. The pre-show release listed "21 country pavilions, including a debut from Morocco, 98 chalets, and 8,000 square metres of additional exhibition space".

The organiser's 20 November 2025 release repeated the figure of 21 country pavilions. The same release reported more than 1,500 exhibitors, including 440 first-time participants. It also counted 490 military and civil delegations from 115 countries.

The official Dubai Airshow website lists the next edition from 15 to 19 November 2027 at DWC, Dubai Airshow Site. Our Dubai Airshow 2027 guide covers that edition.

World Defense Show 2028: the first-ever Canadian National Pavilion

World Defense Show (WDS) is organised by Saudi Arabia's General Authority for Military Industries (GAMI). On 17 June 2026, WDS announced an agreement with Global Affairs Canada (GAC). The agreement establishes "the first-ever Canadian National Pavilion at World Defense Show". WDS says it creates "a dedicated platform for Canadian defense and security companies to engage with global stakeholders in Riyadh".

WDS made the announcement during its participation at Eurosatory 2026 in Paris. WDS 2028 is the fourth edition and takes place from 16 to 20 January 2028 in Riyadh.

The third edition, held in Riyadh in February 2026, welcomed 1,486 exhibitors from 89 countries, according to WDS. It also hosted 513 official delegations from 121 countries and 137,000 visitors. The organiser describes an 800,000 square metre venue with three exhibition halls, outdoor exhibit spaces, a land demonstration track and a runway.

Country pavilions at MRO Middle East 2027 and Singapore Airshow 2026

MRO Middle East 2027 takes place on 2 and 3 February 2027 at Dubai World Trade Centre. Its Zones & Pavilions page lists Country/Regional Pavilions alongside zones and networking lounges. The page publishes no pavilion count. The 2026 edition, held on 4 and 5 February 2026, "featured over 300 exhibitors and welcomed nearly 9,000 attendees", says the post-show report.

Singapore Airshow 2026 reported 16 country pavilions in its "2026 BY THE NUMBERS" figures. Its trade days ran from 3 to 6 February 2026, with 1,100 participating companies from over 50 countries and regions. The next edition is scheduled for 15 to 20 February 2028 at Changi Exhibition Centre, Singapore.

National pavilions by Orchestra Media

Orchestra Media is headquartered in Dubai and works from seven offices on five continents. We build stands from 9 square metres to 1,500+ square metres, including island stands, peninsula configurations and national pavilions.

We start with one question: what must this show make possible for your business? Your objectives then guide the decisions.

Defence is one of our specialist sectors, where stands have to work for official delegations and complex displays.

Azersilah national pavilion at the World Defense Show, Riyadh

Azersilah Defence Industry Holding operates under the Ministry of Defence Industry of the Republic of Azerbaijan. It needed a 351 square metre national pavilion at the World Defense Show in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Its displays covered firearms, armoured vehicles, unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) systems and military technology.

Our team delivered the project from initial concept through 3D design renders to full construction and on-site installation. The pavilion's exhibition zones included:

• open product display areas for weapons systems and armoured vehicles
• a dedicated boardroom for government-level meetings, with the Ministry of Defence Industry crest and Azerbaijani flag
• interactive product panels with technical specifications
• LED video walls displaying military capabilities
• a neon Azerbaijan map feature wall

The facade lattice work used Azerbaijani cultural geometric patterns, alongside the national coat of arms and flag elements. The stand was fully operational ahead of the show opening, with every product display, audio-visual system and meeting area completed and tested.

Our services cover stand design and build, multimedia, logistics and hospitality.

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How we compiled this guide

We compiled this guide from official sources only: organiser websites, press releases, an official sales brochure and a post-show report. Details about Orchestra Media come from its own website and team. We checked every source on 28 October 2026. Pavilion figures, dates and formats can change, so check each show's official website before planning.

Sources

• ADNEC Group, IDEX and NAVDEX 2025 opening release, 17 February 2025 (41 national pavilions, UAE Pavilion 25,000 square metres, full show names): https://www.adnecgroup.ae/news-media/news/details/idex-and-navdex-2025-kicks-off-in-abu-dhabi-marking-its-largest-and-most-advanced-edition
• ADNEC Group, IDEX and NAVDEX 2025 closing release, 21 February 2025 (pavilions, exhibitors, space, organisers, dates): https://www.adnecgroup.ae/news-media/news/details/idex-and-navdex-2025-conclude-with-record-breaking-and-historic-results-garnering-widespread-international-acclaim-from-exhibitors-and-official-delegations
• IDEX, official website (2027 dates and venue): https://www.idexuae.ae/en
• Eurosatory, official website (2026 edition figures, 2028 dates): https://www.eurosatory.com/en/
• Eurosatory press release, 25 March 2026 (organiser, 2026 dates and venue, Hall 4, 2024 figures, institutional pavilions): https://www.eurosatory.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/PR-Eurosatory_A-record-breaking-edition_March-2026_UK-1.pdf
• Eurosatory press release, June 2026 (eight new countries): https://coges.cdn.mediactive-network.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Press-Release-Eurosatory-2026-a-more-international-show-than-ever-before-1.pdf
• Farnborough International Airshow, International Pavilions (2026 pavilion organisers, FIA2028 contact route): https://www.farnboroughairshow.com/exhibit/exhibiting-options/international-pavilions/
• Farnborough International Airshow, FIA2028 sales brochure, page 3 (FIA2026 results): https://content.yudu.com/web/47bh1/FIA2026-post-show/FIA2028-sales/html/3.html
• Farnborough International Airshow, FIA2028 sales brochure, page 9 (International Pavilions format): https://content.yudu.com/web/47bh1/FIA2026-post-show/FIA2028-sales/html/9.html
• Farnborough International Airshow, FIA2026 closing release (visitors, FIA2028 dates): https://www.farnboroughairshow.com/resources/news-blogs/blog-list/farnborough-international-airshow-2026-delivers-a-landmark-week-for-global-aerospace/
• Farnborough International Airshow, new exhibition hall release (FIA2026 dates): https://www.farnboroughairshow.com/resources/news-blogs/blog-list/farnborough-international-airshow-2026-sells-out-announces-new-exhibition-hall/
• Dubai Airshow, pre-show release, 14 November 2025 (dates, venue, 19th edition, 21 country pavilions, Morocco debut, Space Pavilion, AAM pavilion): https://www.dubaiairshow.aero/usefulinfo/info/news/the-future-of-aerospace-prepares-to-take-off-at-dubai-airshow-2025-taking-place-from-17-to-21-november/
• Dubai Airshow, release, 20 November 2025 (21 country pavilions, exhibitors, delegations): https://www.dubaiairshow.aero/usefulinfo/info/news/dubai-airshow-proves-the-future-is-here/
• Dubai Airshow, official website (2027 dates and venue): https://www.dubaiairshow.aero/
• World Defense Show, release, 17 June 2026 (Canadian National Pavilion, 2026 figures, organiser, fourth edition): https://www.worlddefenseshow.com/en/media/news/204
• World Defense Show, About the show (2028 dates, 2026 figures): https://www.worlddefenseshow.com/en/about-the-show/what-to-expect
• World Defense Show, Venue: https://www.worlddefenseshow.com/en/the-venue/about-the-venue
• Singapore Airshow, About (2026 figures, trade days, venue): https://www.singaporeairshow.com/the-show/about-singapore-airshow
• Singapore Airshow, Participation options (who organises pavilions): https://www.singaporeairshow.com/exhibit/participation-options
• Singapore Airshow, official website (2028 dates and venue): https://www.singaporeairshow.com/
• MRO Middle East, Zones & Pavilions: https://mromiddleeast.aviationweek.com/en/features/zones---pavilions.html
• MRO Middle East, Venue and timings (2027 dates): https://mromiddleeast.aviationweek.com/info/venue-timings/
• MRO Middle East, About (Aircraft Interiors Middle East pavilion): https://mromiddleeast.aviationweek.com/info/about/
• MRO Middle East 2026 post-show report: https://mroevents.aviationweek.com/mro-2026/middle-east-2026-show-highlights/
• DSEI UK, official website (zones, 2027 dates and venue): https://www.dsei.co.uk/
• DSEI UK, International Pavilions & Participating Countries: https://www.dsei.co.uk/visit/zones/international-pavilions-participating-countries
• Orchestra Media, Azersilah success story: https://orchestra.media/success-stories/azersilah
• Orchestra Media, Booth design and construction (stand sizes): https://orchestra.media/services/booth-design-construction
• Orchestra Media, Global presence (offices): https://orchestra.media/global-presence