Poland to host major drone and anti-drone technology summits in 2026

Poland will host two major drone technology events in late 2026. The Carpathian Drone Summit is scheduled for September 29–30 in the Podkarpacie region, utilizing the ZEN. COM Expo in Jasionka and the Stalowa Wola-Turbia airport.

The summit will feature a 24-hour Dual Use Hackathon focused on security solutions, alongside closed drone showcases. Approximately 10 technology entities will demonstrate nearly 20 different aircraft, ranging from 100 grams to 150 kilograms, as well as ground vehicles and detection systems.

Following this, the DRONE SECURITY EXPO® will take place in Kraków on October 7–8. This event focuses on unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) and counter-UAS (C-UAS) technologies. The expo aims to bring together military personnel, public administration, and industry leaders from sectors such as energy, telecommunications, and logistics. The program includes expert panels discussing artificial intelligence, autonomous systems, and lessons learned from the war in Ukraine.