# The Defence Manufacturing & Materials Expo

- Dates: 28 April 2027 to 29 April 2027
- Location: Katowice International Conference Centre, Katowice, Poland
- Address: plac Sławika i Antalla 1 40-163 Katowice Poland
- Organiser: Fortem International
- Industry: Cybersecurity

## About

The Defense Manufacturing and Material Expo serves as a focal point for professionals driving innovation and operational excellence in European defence production. The event is designed for those seeking to connect with key players across the manufacturing and supply chain, from advanced materials suppliers to component producers and procurement leaders.

## Who attends

The B2B exhibition for defence manufacturers, materials suppliers, component producers, and procurement leaders shaping the next generation of European defence production.

_As described by the organiser._

## Official links

- [Official website](https://defencemanufacturingexpo.com/)

## Topics

- Industry Context and Relevance
- Showcasing Innovation in Defence Materials and Components

## Speakers

- Andrejus Mikitavicius, Vice President of Manufacturing, Cambridge Aerospace
- Antonio Saldana, Head of QMS & Certification, Airbus Defence and Space
- Dr. Kristýna Helm, Vice President, AOBP
- Karsten Stoye, Head of the Civil-Military Cooperation Division, EUROCONTROL
- Leos Mauer, Director, Defence Hub; Lead, NATO DIANA Accelerator Czechia, Defence Hub / CzechInvest
- Nanda Kishore, Director of Supply Chain & Procurement - Europe and APAC, Beaufort
- Selcuk Erdonmez, Head of Export & War Weapons Control, TKMS

## Where to stay

- **Hotel Diament Plaza Katowice**: 220 m from the venue, 4 stars, 9-11 Dworcowa, Katowice, 40-012
  - [Hotel website](https://www.hotelediament.pl/hotele/hotel-diament-plaza-katowice/)
  - Phone: +48 32 746 70 00
- **Mercure Katowice City Center**: 220 m from the venue, 6 Młyńska, Katowice, 40-098
  - [Hotel website](https://mercure-katowice-centrum.booked.net/)
- **Qubus Hotel**: 220 m from the venue, 9 Stanisława Moniuszki, Katowice, 40-005
- **Hotel Monopol Katowice**: 230 m from the venue, 5 stars, 5 Dworcowa, Katowice
  - [Hotel website](https://monopolkatowice.hotel.com.pl)
  - Phone: +48 32 782 82 82
- **Hotel voco Katowice**: 310 m from the venue, 4 stars, 9 Aleja Wojciecha Korfantego, Katowice, 40-951
  - [Hotel website](https://www.vokatowice.pl/pl/)
  - Phone: +48 32 258 82 81
- **Courtyard Katowice City Center**: 310 m from the venue, 4 stars, 13 Uniwersytecka, Katowice, 40-007
  - [Hotel website](https://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/ktwcy-courtyard-katowice-city-center/)
  - Phone: +48 32 4389359
- **SAVOY Mariacka Apartments**: 340 m from the venue
- **Q Hotel Plus**: 370 m from the venue, 4 stars, 12 Wojewódzka, Katowice, 40-026

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Source: https://www.luminik.io/events/the-defence-manufacturing-materials-expo/