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MSPO 2026 defense exhibition in Poland

Overview

The 34th International Defense Industry Exhibition (MSPO), held September 8–11, 2026, in Kielce, Poland, features over 1,200 exhibitors from 43 countries. The event emphasizes dual-use technologies, including artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and autonomous systems.

Technological highlights include advancements in armored vehicles. Huta Stalowa Wola and Polska Grupa Zbrojeniowa have presented a new heavy tracked infantry fighting vehicle (IFV) demonstrator. Specifically, Huta Stalowa Wola unveiled a full-size demonstrator of the Ratel heavy IFV, designed to provide greater resistance to mines and artillery for operations alongside main battle tanks in high-intensity environments, complementing the lighter, amphibious Borsuk IFV.

International participation is significant, with Canada serving as a Lead Nation. Defense services provider Calian is showcasing capabilities in strategic training, wargaming, and operational support. South Korean firms also maintain a major presence, with Hyundai Rotem presenting the K2PL tank, Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) showcasing its Next-Generation Air Combat System (NACS), and Hanwha Aerospace presenting multi-layered air defense solutions.

In the unmanned systems sector, Grupa WB unveiled the Gladius 2 strike drone, the FlyEye drone with the X-Lifter module, and the StormRider 550 maritime unit. Strategic partnerships include a cooperation agreement between Grupa WB and Norway’s Kongsberg, and a sub-licensing agreement between the Polish Armament Agency and Hanwha for Homar-K localization.

Despite the exhibition's scale, two security incidents were reported. On September 8, a Ukrainian citizen was detained after security found a pistol magazine loaded with live ammunition. On September 9, a liquid containing butyric acid was spilled in a hall near Israeli exhibits; authorities stated the substance posed no immediate threat to life or health.

Entities

MSPO · Kielce · Military University of Technology · MSPO 2026 · MSPO 2026

Claims

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Coverage disagrees

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  • "The XXXIV International Defence Industry Exhibition (MSPO) 2026 is being held in Kielce." milmag.pl · infonowadeba.pl · wojna.co.pl · mikrokontroler.pl · polskitraker.pl · +4 more

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    "The 34th International Defence Industry Exhibition (MSPO) in Kielce featured over 1,200 companies from 43 countries." mikrokontroler.pl · policja.pl · opoka.org.pl

    The first claim refers to the MSPO exhibition occurring in 2026, while the second refers to the 34th edition (which, based on other claims, is the current event) featuring specific company counts.

Timeline

  1. 2 days ago

    [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Unibep Group showcases military infrastructure at MSPO 2026

    Unibep Group presented modular military infrastructure solutions, including soldier quarters, at the MSPO 2026 exhibition in Kielce to support Poland's increasing defense spending.

  2. 2 days ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 5 sources
    MSPO 2026 exhibition showcases new Ratel IFV and Canadian defense capabilities

    At the MSPO 2026 exhibition in Poland, Huta Stalowa Wola unveiled the Ratel heavy infantry fighting vehicle, while Calian highlighted Canadian defense expertise and NATO support capabilities.

  3. 4 days ago

    [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    SSEMP S. A. participates in MSPO defense exhibition in Kielce

    SSEMP S. A. leadership is attending the International Defense Industry Exhibition (MSPO) in Kielce to discuss economic development and strengthen ties with other special economic zones.

  4. 4 days ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 25 sources
    MSPO 2026 defense exhibition showcases new military technologies

    The MSPO 2026 defense exhibition in Poland featured new heavy infantry fighting vehicles, the Gladius 2 jet-powered strike drone, EYCORE-1 satellite imagery, and advanced air defense systems from Hanwha and Ind

  5. 4 days ago

    [BUSINESS] 7 sources
    South Korean defense firms showcase advanced weaponry at MSPO Poland

    South Korean defense firms, including Hyundai Rotem, KAI, and Hanwha, are showcasing localized tanks, advanced air combat systems, and multi-layered air defense at the MSPO exhibition in Poland.

  6. 5 days ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 2 sources
    Canada and Poland sign defence cooperation agreement at MSPO

    Canada and Poland signed a defence cooperation agreement at MSPO 2026, including plans for Polish soldiers to undergo training in the Canadian Arctic to enhance NATO interoperability.

  7. 8 days ago

    [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Polish defense firms to showcase technologies at MSPO 2026

    Polish defense firms Enamor and Szczęśniak Pojazdy Specjalne will present maritime technologies and specialized military vehicle platforms at the MSPO 2026 defense exhibition.

  8. 9 days ago

    [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    MSPO defense exhibition to feature F-16s and live-fire training in Poland

    The 34th MSPO defense exhibition in Kielce, Poland, will feature live-fire training in Nowa Dęba and F-16 flyovers, showcasing advanced armored vehicles, drones, and anti-drone technologies.

  9. 14 days ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 2 sources
    Canada to lead MSPO 2026 defense exhibition in Poland

    Canada will serve as the Leading Nation at the MSPO 2026 defense exhibition in Poland, leading its largest-ever defense trade mission to foster industrial partnerships and technological cooperation.

  10. 24 days ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 2 sources
    MSPO 2026 defense exhibition to feature record exhibitors and dual-use tech

    The 34th MSPO defense exhibition in Poland will feature over 1,000 exhibitors, focusing on dual-use technologies like AI and hosting a forum on social resilience and civil defense.

Sources

biz.heraldcorp.com · biznes.interia.pl · blog.hyundai-rotem.co.kr · canadiangovernmentexecutive.ca · dailymagazine.co.kr · defence24.pl · defensa.com · dzienniknarodowy.pl · dziennikzbrojny.pl · es.fxmag.com · europesays.com · forsal.pl · hafts.com · id-24.pl · infonowadeba.pl · joint-forces.com · joongboo.com · konflikty.pl · koninon.pl · kyeonggi.com · meetingplanner.pl · mikrokontroler.pl · militarysystems-tech.com · milmag.pl · nowoczesny-przemysl.pl · opoka.org.pl · overtdefense.com · policja.pl · polityka.co.pl · polskitraker.pl · prestizkoszalin.pl · radio.kielce.pl · seoul.co.kr · shapeyourlifenow.com · spidersweb.pl · theobjective.com · wiadomosci.onet.pl · wnp.pl · wojna.co.pl · zachod.pl · zbiam.pl · zdnet.co.kr

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