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Full-size Tempest combat aircraft concept model on the exhibition floor at DSEI 2019, ExCeL London

DSEI UK

7 to 10 September 2027

ExCeL London, London, United Kingdom

Photo: Swadim, CC BY-SA 4.0

45,000
Visitors
1,700
Exhibitors
4 days
Duration
London
United Kingdom

About the event

DSEI UK (Defence and Security Equipment International) is a defence and security exhibition held every two years at ExCeL London and organised by Clarion Defence and Security. The show floor is split into zones for aerospace, land, naval, space, medical, manufacturing and technology, with forums and international pavilions.

Warships moor in the Royal Victoria Dock and there are land and UK MoD static displays. The 2027 edition runs from 7 to 10 September 2027.

  • More than 1,700 exhibitors and 45,000 attendees
  • More than 3,300 VIPs and official delegations from more than 90 countries
  • Aerospace, land, naval, space and technology zones
  • Visiting warships and waterborne demonstrations in the Royal Victoria Dock
  • Forums programme and NextGen agenda

Figures from the 2025 edition, as published by the organiser.

Who attends

Defence ministries, armed forces and defence industry across all domains.

  • Military and government
  • Defence industry
  • International delegations
  • Suppliers and services
  • Media
  • Academia and research
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Exhibiting and sponsorship

Stands, sponsorship packages and exhibitor information come from the organiser. Contact them directly to book.

Visitor information

What you need to plan a visit to DSEI UK.

  • Opening hours
    7 to 10 September 2027. Daily hours on the official website.
  • Registration and tickets
    Registration is through the official website.Register

Official visitor information. For the latest details, check the organiser’s website.

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Location

ExCeL London, London, United Kingdom

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ExCeL London

ExCeL London, Royal Victoria Dock, 1 Western Gateway, London E16 1XL, United Kingdom

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How to get there

  • From LCY

    London City Airport, about 3 km from the venue.
  • From LHR

    London Heathrow Airport, about 40 km from the venue.
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