The biennial
Land Forces International Land Defence Exposition is
the premier gateway to the land defence markets of Australia and the
region, and a platform for interaction with major prime contractors from
the United States and Europe.
With strong commitment from the
Australian Army and a substantial Asian, European and US industry
presence, Land Forces provides an interface between Australian, regional
and international industry on every level, from Defence Force customers
to prime contractors, small to medium enterprises and start-up
companies.
Every Land Forces includes:
- A comprehensive international industry exhibition (810 companies in 2022)
- A topical relevant conference program
- Structured networking events and functions
- Formal industry and delegation meeting request systems
- An Innovation Awards program
The
LAND FORCES International Land Defence Exposition, Australia's premier land defence industry event, will move to the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC) for 2024 and beyond, as the event continues to grow.
Held at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre in 2021 and 2022,
LAND FORCES is the region's largest land defence exposition, hosting 810 participating exhibitor companies and more than 20,000 trade visits over its three days in October 2022.
LAND FORCES has continued to grow with each presentation, selling out all available exhibition space in 2022 and prompting the move to Melbourne's MCEC to accommodate growing interest in the planned
LAND FORCES 2024. The first MCEC event is set for 11-13 September 2024.
“The MCEC is simply a larger venue, and this is the primary reason for our decision,” said Justin Giddings, Chief Executive Officer of
LAND FORCES organiser AMDA Foundation.
“AMDA Foundation's mission is to promote Australian industry. The Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre's size and world-class facilities will allow us to showcase more Australian and overseas companies and develop exciting new display options.
“Melbourne is renowned as a highly attractive business destination, with excellent international connections, accommodation and amenities. Visitors to
LAND FORCES 2024 at the MCEC will be enjoying a world-class event right in the heart of one of the world's most beautiful cities.”
LAND FORCES incorporates a three-day conference program, international industry exhibition and formal networking functions.
The event provides a platform for engagement between Government, Defence, Army, industry and academia on issues and capability for the Australian Army and the armies of Australia's international partners. It attracts companies, visitors and official delegations from around the world, creating potential export opportunities for Australian industry.
The biennial
Land Forces International Land Defence Exposition is the premier gateway to the land defence markets of Australia and the region, and a platform for interaction with major prime contractors from the United States and Europe.
With strong commitment from the Australian Army and a substantial Asian, European and US industry presence, Land Forces provides an interface between Australian, regional and international industry on every level, from Defence Force customers to prime contractors, small to medium enterprises and start-up companies.
Every Land Forces includes:
- A comprehensive international industry exhibition (810 companies in 2022)
- A topical relevant conference program
- Structured networking events and functions
- Formal industry and delegation meeting request systems
- An Innovation Awards program
Land Forces 2022 was Australia's largest defence industry exhibition and attracted:
- 20,000 Total Attendances Across the Three Days
- 810 Participating Exhibitor Companies from 25 Nations
- 40 Conferences, Symposia and Presentations
- 159 Defence, Government, Industry and Scientific Delegations from 30 Nations including Australia's Chief of Army and the Assistant Minister for Defence
