Exhibition Overview

International Maritime
Defense Industry Exhibition

The International Maritime Defense Industry Exhibition (MADEX) is Korea’s leading maritime defense exhibition, bringing together naval and marine corps officials, government representatives, and defense industry companies from around the world in one place

Held biennially, MADEX serves as a premier industry platform showcasing advanced naval technologies, weapon systems, and maritime security solutions while creating strategic business opportunities and fostering global partnerships.

Actively supported by the Republic of Korea Navy and ROK Marine Corp., MADEX is a high-level B2B exhibition attended by major defense companies, overseas delegations, military officials, and industry experts. The event facilitates technology exchange, policy cooperation, and industry networking in one integrated venue.

Hosted at BEXCO in Busan, MADEX serves as a strategic hub connecting the Asian maritime defense market by presenting innovative technologies and future visions for maritime security.

TITLE MADEX 2027
Int’l Maritime Defense Industry Exhibition
PERIOD June 2 (Wed) – 5 (Sat), 4 days
  • Business Days: June 2 (Wed) – 4 (Fri)
  • Public Days: June 5 (Sat)
VENUE BEXCO Exhibition Center 1, Busan, Korea
SCALE (Expected)

Exhibition Space : 26,508㎡

270 Exhibitors / 900 Booths / 25,000 Visitors

SEMINAR & EVENTS (Expected)
  • - Business Meeting with Overseas Delegations
  • - Farewell Dinner
  • - Performance of ROKN Band & Guard of Honor and Taekwondo
  • - Naval Ship Technology & Weapon System Seminar
  • - Open-ship to Public
  • - Taekwondo demonstration by Kukkiwon

EXHIBITS

  • Surface Ships
  • Submarines
  • Combat & Support Vessels
  • Maritime Support Equipment
  • Unmanned Surface & Underwater Vehicles(USV/UUV)
  • MRO

  • Command & Control Systems
  • Tactical Communication Systems
  • Communication Equipment

  • Electronic Warfare Systems
  • Radar Systems
  • Electro-Optical Systems
  • Underwater Surveillance
  • Weather Monitoring Systems
  • Intelligence & Analytics Systems
  • Security Systems

  • Small Arms
  • Anti-Tank Systems
  • Artillery
  • Fire Support Equipment
  • Ammunition
  • Missile & Guided Systems
  • Laser Systems

  • Fixed-Wing Aircraft
  • Rotary-Wing Aircraft
  • Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS)
  • Aviation Support Systems

  • Main Battle Tanks (MBT)
  • Armored Vehicles
  • Combat Vehicles
  • Mobility Support Solutions
  • Unmanned Ground Systems (UGS)
  • Soldier Systems

  • Air Defense Systems
  • CBRN Defense (Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear)
  • EMP Protection Systems
  • Combat Medical Support

  • Cybersecurity & Cyber Operations

  • Space Surveillance
  • Satellite-Based Intelligence Support
  • Space Control
  • Space Operations

  • Combat Support Equipment
  • Military Supplies
  • Medical Support Supplies
  • Training Equipment
  • Defense Information Systems