UNDER THE PATRONAGE OF HIS HIGHNESS SHEIKH TAMIM BIN HAMAD AL THANI, AMIR OF THE STATE OF QATAR.
In today’s rapidly evolving global landscape, it has become imperative for nations and their institutions to proactively address emerging challenges through fostering ongoing dialogue, sharing expertise, and working closely to develop effective strategies and find successful solutions.
The Doha International Maritime Defence Exhibition and Conference (DIMDEX 2024) aims to lay the groundwork for increased cooperation among relevant stakeholders. Its main goal is to build partnerships and alliances that focus on establishing security and stability in our seas and oceans, positively affecting the economic and social well-being of nations and communities.
DIMDEX aligns seamlessly with Qatar’s strategic priorities, including safeguarding the security and integrity of the maritime sector. Dedicated to the protection of coastlines, borders, and marine assets, DIMDEX offers comprehensive strategic insights into emerging trends impacting the maritime ecosystem, both on operational and security levels, and showcases cutting-edge technologies that contribute to maintaining stability in international waters.
As a result, DIMDEX has established itself as one of the most prominent players on the global specialised exhibition map, serving as a key platform for enhancing maritime security, primarily through the exchange of knowledge and expertise, to ensure supply chain continuity and uninterrupted global trade.
Over the years, DIMDEX has made significant contributions to bolstering Qatar’s role in supporting international endeavours aimed at achieving regional and global stability. This is particularly evident in the realm of maritime security and related defence sectors. The convergence of shared interests and objectives necessitates a solid foundation to form alliances and coordinate efforts to realise the desired outcomes, which the event has successfully achieved in its previous editions.
As we look forward to a new and fruitful show, our goal remains to achieve positive results that align with our aspirations to create a safer and more stable world where our societies can flourish, prosper and grow.
I am pleased to welcome you to the eighth edition of the Doha International Maritime Defence Exhibition and Conference (DIMDEX 2024), held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani, the Emir of the State of Qatar, and organised by the Qatar Armed Forces from 4 to 6 March 2024.
DIMDEX is part of Qatar’s strategy to strengthen its global position in hosting expertise-led major events, in line with the National Vision 2030 goals of achieving economic diversification and promoting development across various fields.
This year, DIMDEX continues to build on the successes of past editions, further solidifying its leading position as one of the major players in the fields of defence and international maritime security. The worldwide event, which attracts significant international defence companies, effectively contributes to developing global partnerships to respond to emerging challenges facing the world today. It also acts as a prominent platform to facilitate agreements, secure deals, and sign contracts between government delegations and renowned organisations, with an essential commercial aspect for all parties involved.
DIMDEX, the region’s only defence and maritime exhibition of its kind, is a key platform for showcasing other associated defence systems, such as land and air, complementing each other to achieve the desired goals. The exhibition also showcases the most recent advancements in technological solutions, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence, which have all proven critical to the success of today’s defence missions.
Additionally, DIMDEX will include other features, most importantly being the Middle East Naval Commanders Conference (MENC). This year, MENC will bring together a diverse group of official delegations, decision makers, experts, government officials and chief executives from around the world to discuss the latest developments related to maritime security and safe navigation through ports, as well as share knowledge and expertise to address potential threats and identify new trends, while providing a range of innovative solutions.
In addition, visiting naval warships will continue to dock at Hamad Port, offering exhibitors and visitors the opportunity to explore and meet the crews of warships from around the world.
We look forward to seeing you at a new and successful edition of DIMDEX 2024.
Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al Thani, Amir of the State of Qatar, and proudly hosted and organised by Qatar Armed Forces, the Doha International Maritime Defence Exhibition & Conference (DIMDEX) is reputed as one of the leading events on the international defence and security industry calendar.
The eighth edition of DIMDEX will be held between the 4th and 6th March 2024.
A flagship event for the international maritime defence and security, DIMDEX will once again bringing together key decision makers from around the globe to engage in three days of commercial exchange, discover a plethora of the latest military technological advancements and be part of expert panel discussions that contribute to the global maritime defence and security sector.