LIMA'27 targets 930 exhibitors from 36 nations, boosting defense industry cooperation

The Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace Exhibition 2027 (LIMA'27) is set to be a significant global gathering, targeting participation from 930 companies across 36 countries. This represents a substantial 15% increase compared to previous iterations of the prestigious event.

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This demonstrates the high interest from local and international companies in the prestigious exhibition.

Organizers anticipate a strong turnout, projecting around 60,000 trade visitors and an additional 400,000 public attendees. The exhibition will also host 450 international delegates representing 65 nations, highlighting its importance as a hub for defense diplomacy and industry engagement in the Asia-Pacific region. Furthermore, LIMA'27 is expected to feature up to 110 aircraft and aerial assets, alongside 90 naval vessels and maritime assets.

With approximately 40% of exhibition space already booked within two months of its initial launch, the high demand underscores international interest. "This demonstrates the high interest from local and international companies in the prestigious exhibition," stated Datuk Seri Malek Razak Sulaiman, Chief of the Armed Forces, whose speech text was delivered by the Minister of Defence. He added that the momentum reflects global confidence in Malaysia and reinforces LIMA's position as a preferred platform for defense diplomacy, technological cooperation, and strategic business engagement.

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This momentum reflects global confidence in Malaysia and reinforces LIMA's position as a preferred platform for defense diplomacy, technological cooperation, and strategic business engagement.

Themed 'Leading Sustainable Vision Across Sea, Air, and Space,' LIMA'27 will concentrate on eight key strategic segments. These include autonomous vessel and drone (UAV) technology, cybersecurity and artificial intelligence (AI), advanced weapon systems, defense satellite communications, and humanitarian aid and disaster management. To further enhance its international profile, invitations have been extended to four renowned aerobatic teams: the Black Eagles (South Korea), Al Fursan (UAE), Jupiter Aerobatic Team (Indonesia), and Russian Knights (Russia), subject to confirmation and geopolitical conditions.

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Leading Sustainable Vision Across Sea, Air, and Space

LIMA'27 also plays a crucial role in supporting Malaysia's National Defence Industry Policy (DIPN), which aims to bolster the domestic defense industry and foster self-reliance. The exhibition serves as a vital platform for local and international defense players to discuss collaborations and technology transfer, accelerating the development of national defense capabilities. The goal is to adapt existing foreign technologies and integrate them with local industries, aiming for 30-40% local content in defense asset procurements and development. "This is why LIMA is important because it brings all industry players under one roof to discuss cooperation opportunities that can support DIPN's goals," Malek Razak explained.

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This is why LIMA is important because it brings all industry players under one roof to discuss cooperation opportunities that can support DIPN's goals.