Showcase
Present products, technologies and manufacturing expertise to a focused business audience.
21–23 April 2027 • Bharat Mandapam • New Delhi
Where manufacturing
meets capability.
DECE 2027 brings together the companies, technologies and people behind modern defence equipment, components and industrial capability.
3-day exhibitionFocused B2B meetingsInternational participation
DECE 202721–23 April 2027
Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi
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300+Exhibitors
15,000+Visitors
1,000+Delegates
80+Speakers
8+Countries
A focused B2B platform
Built for the industry behind defence strength.
Modern defence platforms rely on critical components, advanced materials, electronics and manufacturing expertise. DECE gives that wider ecosystem a place to be seen, sourced and connected.
- Meet OEMs, system integrators, buyers and vendor-development teams.
- Showcase equipment, components, materials and production capability.
- Explore Indian and international business and supply-chain partnerships.
Exhibit at DECE
Make your capability impossible to miss.
Whether you manufacture complete systems, specialised components or the technology that enables production, DECE is built to start the right commercial conversations.
Connect
Meet sourcing, procurement, engineering, R&D and vendor-development professionals.
Collaborate
Explore supplier development, localisation and long-term manufacturing partnerships.
Participation options
Choose the stand that fits your business.
Stand allocation remains subject to availability and organiser confirmation. All prices are exclusive of applicable taxes.
Minimum 18 sqm
Raw space
From ₹12,500 / sqm
Create a custom-built presence for machinery, larger displays and your own stand concept.
Enquire about raw space →Minimum 9 sqm
Shell scheme
From ₹14,000 / sqm
A ready-to-use professional base, ideal for focused participation and first-time exhibitors.
Enquire about shell scheme →What can be sourced at DECE
One event. Connected industrial capability.
Explore the specialist areas that support modern defence manufacturing and sustainment.
Defence equipment & systems
Platforms, subsystems and support equipment.
Aerospace & avionics
Components, propulsion and airborne systems.
Land, naval & mobility
Vehicle, marine and mission-support technology.
Precision engineering
Machining, bearings, gears and formed parts.
Electronics & embedded systems
RF, sensors, secure connectivity and controls.
Power & fluid systems
Batteries, generators, hydraulics, pumps and valves.
Materials & protection
Composites, coatings, seals, rubber and PPE.
Manufacturing technology
Tooling, CNC, automation and additive capability.
Testing & inspection
Metrology, quality, certification and validation.
Software, AI & digital engineering
Digital twins, simulation, secure systems and analytics.
MRO & lifecycle support
Maintenance, repair and sustainment services.
Research & technology
Labs, academia and future industrial capability.
Who you will meet
A focused room of people who move capability forward.
Professional conversations across sourcing, manufacturing, engineering, testing and supply-chain development.
Defence OEMs &
system integrators
DPSUs & defence
manufacturing orgs
Procurement &
sourcing teams
Engineering, R&D &
technical leaders
Tier 1, 2 & 3
suppliers
MSMEs & specialist
manufacturers
International buyers
& delegations
More ways to participate
More than an exhibition floor.
DECE brings visibility, knowledge exchange and practical routes for emerging technologies to meet the wider industry ecosystem.
Startup zone
Emerging technologies. New capabilities.
Eligible early-stage companies registered within the last three years can apply for a professional three-day tabletop showcase.
₹75,000 + GST
- Dedicated display table and two chairs
- Company identification and startup listing
- Applicable exhibitor access
Product launch
Turn a new capability into a clear introduction.
A concise, technical and business-focused platform for relevant new products, technologies, components or manufacturing capability.
- Product presentation and visual demonstration
- Company introduction and industry interaction
- Suitable for exhibitors and approved participants
Professional. focused. built for business.
Sponsorship opportunities
Build a presence people remember.
Align visibility, thought leadership and B2B engagement with your objectives.
Most prominent
◇Title partner
Highest event association and visibility.High visibility
♔Platinum partner
Strong visibility across selected touchpoints.Enhanced presence
✦Gold partner
Focused exposure for the right audience.Focused entry
◈Silver partner
An effective route into the DECE conversation.For sponsorship and conference opportunities, email sponsors@innacci.com.
Request sponsorship details →Visitor programme
Who should visit DECE 2027?
DECE is a focused trade platform for professionals involved in procurement, engineering, manufacturing, technology evaluation, supply-chain development, research, sustainment and defence-industry collaboration.
Defence Procurement & Sourcing
Procurement teams, acquisition stakeholders and authorised buyers evaluating equipment, components and suppliers.
OEMs & System Integrators
Teams seeking qualified vendors, manufacturing partners, subsystems, technologies and localisation opportunities.
DPSUs & Defence Industry
Technical, commercial, vendor-development and supply-chain professionals from defence manufacturing organisations.
Engineering & R&D
Design engineers, researchers, programme teams and technical leaders evaluating materials, components and emerging technologies.
Armed Forces & Veterans
Relevant serving professionals, veterans and domain specialists engaging with capability, sustainment and technology discussions.
MRO & Lifecycle Support
Maintenance, repair, overhaul, upgrade and sustainment teams looking for dependable products and service partners.
Quality, Testing & Certification
Professionals responsible for metrology, validation, inspection, standards, compliance and certification.
International Buyers & Delegations
Trade missions, international sourcing teams and industry delegations exploring Indian manufacturing capability.
MSMEs & Tier Suppliers
Tier 1, 2 and 3 suppliers seeking customers, technology partners and opportunities across the defence ecosystem.
Technology & Digital Teams
Professionals working across electronics, sensors, AI, cyber, simulation, secure systems and digital engineering.
Academia & Research Institutions
Researchers and institutions involved in applied engineering, innovation, technology development and industry collaboration.
Distributors & Industry Partners
Authorised distributors, channel partners, consultants and business-development professionals serving relevant industrial markets.
Visitor focus: Source products, compare capabilities, meet manufacturers and explore relevant technical and commercial partnerships.
Register your interest to visit →Conference delegate
Two days of focused defence-industry dialogue.
The DECE Conference is designed for delegates seeking practical perspectives on procurement, indigenous manufacturing, technology, cyber defence, sustainment, exports and future capability development.
Attend curated sessions addressing industrial, technical and strategic themes relevant to the defence ecosystem.
Engage with viewpoints from government, veterans, industry, research, academia, manufacturers and technology specialists.
Connect with fellow delegates, speakers and exhibitors and explore relevant B2B engagement opportunities.
Delegate conference agenda
Two days. Two focused programmes.
Click any session to reveal the detailed agenda and speaker panel. Speaker names and profiles will be updated as confirmations are received.
21 April 2027Conference programme
TimeTopic / session
Conference sessionOpening & Inaugural Session
Welcome to DECE 2027 and opening perspectives on India’s defence manufacturing, technology and supply-chain priorities.
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Conference sessionDefence Procurement & Acquisition Reform
Procurement priorities, acquisition processes and practical pathways for stronger industry participation.
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Panel discussionMake in India & Atmanirbhar Bharat
Indigenous design, manufacturing, localisation and supplier development for a self-reliant defence ecosystem.
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Conference sessionIndigenisation & Import Substitution
Opportunities for Indian manufacturers, component suppliers and technology partners.
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Panel discussionPrivate Sector & MSMEs in Defence
Vendor development, collaboration, scaling capability and enabling greater MSME participation.
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Conference sessionDRDO Innovation & Technology Collaboration
Research, technology development, transfer and collaboration connecting laboratories, innovators and industry.
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22 April 2027Conference programme
TimeTopic / session
Conference sessionFuture Warfare: Emerging Technologies & Capability Development
AI, autonomy, advanced sensors, electronic systems, unmanned technologies and next-generation capabilities.
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Panel discussionCyber Defence in Current & Future Warfare
Cyber resilience, secure networks, information assurance and cyber capability across connected and multi-domain military operations.
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Conference sessionAerospace, Land, Naval, Space & Cyber Capabilities
Technology priorities, interoperability, integration challenges and capability development across operational domains.
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Conference sessionMRO, Sustainment & Lifecycle Support
Maintenance, repair, upgrade, readiness and long-term support ecosystems.
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Panel discussionDefence Exports & Global Partnerships
International cooperation, market access, strategic alliances and industry collaboration.
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Conference sessionQuality, Certification & Global Competitiveness
Standards, testing, certification, compliance and quality systems for trusted global supply chains.
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Delegate experience: Conference learning, professional networking and access to the wider DECE exhibition environment, subject to the applicable registration category.
Register as a delegate →Speaker programme
Bring informed perspectives to the DECE stage.
DECE welcomes speaker proposals from experienced professionals who can contribute practical knowledge, technical insight, policy perspective, research or industry experience to the conference programme.
Defence and government professionals, veterans, OEM and manufacturing leaders, technologists, researchers, cybersecurity specialists, quality experts, academics and international industry representatives.
Clear, relevant and non-promotional contributions that add practical value to discussions around defence manufacturing, capability development, technology and supply chains.
Speaker proposals are reviewed by the programme team for relevance, experience, topic fit and available session capacity. Submission does not guarantee selection.
Conference & B2B meetings
Knowledge. Connections. Business growth.
Two days of focused conference sessions and professional B2B engagement designed to support industry dialogue, technology collaboration and long-term business relationships.
Implementation, procurement priorities and opportunities for industry participation.
Building a stronger, more self-reliant defence manufacturing ecosystem.
Opportunities for Indian manufacturers, component suppliers and technology partners.
Policies, incentives, vendor development and pathways to greater participation.
Research, technology transfer and industry collaboration opportunities.
AI, autonomy, advanced sensors, electronic systems and next-generation capability.
Cyber resilience, secure networks, information assurance and the expanding role of cyber capability across modern operations.
Technology priorities, integration challenges and the road ahead across domains.
Building reliable maintenance, repair, upgrade and long-term support ecosystems.
International cooperation, strategic alliances, standards, compliance and global competitiveness.
B2B meetings: Focused buyer–seller and business matchmaking opportunities will complement the conference and exhibition programme, subject to eligibility, availability and confirmed schedules.
Talk to the programme team →Venue & travel
Bharat Mandapam,
New Delhi.
A central exhibition and convention destination, well connected by metro, road, rail and air.
21–23 April 2027
Bharat Mandapam, Pragati Maidan, New Delhi, India
Exhibitor participation
Plan your DECE presence.
Tell us what you would like to achieve and the DECE team will guide you through the next relevant step.
- General enquiries
- dece@innacci.com
- Sponsorship & conference
- sponsors@innacci.com
- Event
- 21–23 April 2027
New Delhi, India