SADEX (Saudi Drone & UAS Exhibition) is the Kingdom's premier dedicated platform for unmanned aerial systems and drone technologies. Launched in 2023 as the successor to SAADEF, the exhibition has rapidly established itself as the leading B2B gathering for the UAS ecosystem in Saudi Arabia and the broader Middle East. Held under the patronage of the General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA), SADEX 2026 marks the fourth edition of this rapidly growing event and positions Saudi Arabia as an emerging global hub for drone innovation, regulation, and investment in alignment with Vision 2030.

This year’s edition runs as part of the inaugural Saudi Autonomous Week, co-locating three specialized exhibitions under one roof: SADEX 2026 for drones and UAS, Saudi UGV 2026 for unmanned ground vehicles, and MAVEX 2026 for maritime autonomous vehicles. Together they create an integrated ecosystem spanning over 14,000 square meters of exhibition space. The event expects 250+ exhibitors, 70+ international speakers, participation from 20+ countries, and over 20,000 visitors. The accompanying UAS International Conference runs under the theme «Autonomy, AI and UAV Ecosystems: Transforming Skies, Expanding Potentials», featuring keynote sessions, panel discussions, case studies, and fireside chats delivered by government officials, regulators, AI researchers, and industry executives.

SADEX 2026 is designed for manufacturers, solution providers, innovators, regulators, investors, and end users across sectors including oil and gas, agriculture, infrastructure, logistics, security, emergency response, and defense. The exhibition provides direct access to decision-makers and qualified buyers through tailored matchmaking sessions, connecting exhibitors with high-ranking officials, executives of giga-projects, government procurement teams, and industry leaders. The event covers the full drone value chain — from hardware manufacturing and software development to AI integration, regulatory frameworks, and commercial operations — making it the most comprehensive UAS platform in the region.

Dates: 9–11 November 2026, from 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM daily. Venue: Riyadh International Convention & Exhibition Center (RICEC), Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Organizer: Digital Image Exhibition Solutions Agency. Registration is available through the official website; the event targets trade and professional visitors. For booking exhibition space or attending as a visitor, visit sadex-sa.com.