National Defence Expo is the meeting place for everyone who works with, is responsible for, or has an interest in Sweden’s total defence. Here, public authorities, companies, decision-makers and experts come together to share knowledge, showcase solutions and discuss the future of national preparedness.

As a visitor to National Defence Expo, you can explore new solutions, take part in insightful discussions and make unexpected connections that may become the starting point for your next important collaboration.This is where preparedness becomes reality.

Whether you are here to build new connections, attend presentations or gain a better understanding of how Sweden’s total defence is evolving, we are here to help you make the most of your visit.

Opening hours

Tuesday 20 October — 09:00–17:00
Wednesday 21 October — 09:00–17:00
Thursday 22 October — 09:00–16:00

Vad hander

What’s happening at the Expo?

National Defence Expo offers a comprehensive programme featuring open stages for panel discussions, future outlooks and presentations. For authorised participants, closed seminars with in-depth discussions are also available. The exhibition creates dedicated meeting spaces through networking sessions and dialogue forums, while enabling business development, innovation and cross-sector collaboration.

Plan your visit

Located in Älvsjö, only 9 minutes from Stockholm City, you will find Stockholmsmässan. Would you like to know how to get here, what dining options are available on site, or where to find a parking space with charging facilities? Whatever you would like to know ahead of your visit, you can find the answer here.

Visitors and exhibitors talking in the entrance hall at an exhibition at Stockholmsmässan.
A handler lets a service dog examine a piece of luggage in a terminal.

The Nordic region’s safest trade fairs under one roof

SKYDD is the Nordic region’s largest meeting place for protection and security, firefighting, rescue operations and personal protective equipment. Here, you will meet suppliers, public authorities and experts presenting solutions in security technology, guarding and protective services, and societal security.SKYDD is held in parallel with National Defence Expo – take the opportunity to visit the Nordic region’s safest fairs under one roof.