Why it matters
The event offers direct access to allied governance through official NATO working group sessions (including Dismounted Soldier Systems groups) and NSPA user groups, where standards, user requirements, and procurement strategies are discussed. For SMEs and startups, the Innovation Pavilion and Defence Lab provide beneficial-rate access to operators, investors, and decision-makers from 70+ national delegations. Its Central European position and government patronage make it a practical entry point for suppliers targeting NATO and EU markets.
About
The Future Forces Exhibition & Forum is a biennial international defence and security event held in Prague, combining a three-day exhibition with a broad expert programme of conferences, panels, and official NATO working group sessions. The exhibition covers domains including land forces, air force, unmanned and autonomous systems, cyber, CBRN, space, medical, and soldier systems, alongside live demonstrations and specialized zones such as the Cyber, Innovation, C2, and NATO pavilions. It brings together military, government, industry, R&D, and academic representatives for B2B, B2G, and G2G interactions.
Market intel
Moderate pricingmedium confidence
Future Forces 2026 features exhibitors ranging from primes and international OEMs to Czech specialists and startups, with confirmed participants including Saab Dynamics (jointly with SVOS on the MARS 4x4 MSHORAD platform), Aeronautics Group, Shield AI, and S-Tech Ventures ecosystem companies such as Cyber Drone Solutions, Componentas, and ARDyx. A dedicated Innovation Pavilion and new Defence Lab connect startups with investors and users. Note: some widely-circulated large-prime lists appear to be indicative exhibitor filters rather than fully confirmed 2026 participants.
Notable exhibitorsSaab DynamicsSVOS PřeloučAeronautics GroupShield AICyber Drone SolutionsComponentasARDyxGasmet Technologies
AI-researched Mon, 10 August 2026. Estimates from public sources. Verify with the organizer.
Topics
Land systemsUAS / DronesCyberCBRNSoldier Systems
Who it's for
PrimesSMEsStartupsInvestorsInstitutions