ADAS Manila — No 2026 Edition · Organiser Says 2027 | Defence Stand Builder

There is no ADAS 2026 — the organiser moved to 2027

If you arrived here planning around a September 2026 edition, stop and re-check your calendar. As of August 2026 the organiser's own site (adas.ph) is titled ADAS 2027 and reads "See you in 2027", with its most recent results still labelled as the 2024 post-show report. No 2027 dates and no venue have been published.

The "2-4 September 2026" dates circulating on listing sites are stale pre-change data. We are not repeating them, and we would advise against booking flights or freight against them.

Confirmed Southeast Asia defence fixtures with published dates: Indo Defence 2026 in Jakarta (18-21 November) and IMDEX Asia 2027 in Singapore (4-6 May). Both have organiser-published dates and we build stands at both. When ADAS publishes 2027 dates we will update this page.

ADAS 2026 (Asian Defence and Security Exhibition) takes place 2-4 September 2026 at the World Trade Center Metro Manila, Philippines. Organised under the patronage of the Philippine Department of National Defense, ADAS is Southeast Asia's premier defence and security exhibition — the 2024 edition registered 280+ exhibitors from 32 countries and 11,500+ trade visitors.

Why Exhibit at ADAS 2026?

The Philippines is mid-execution on the third "Horizon" phase of its Armed Forces Modernization Program (AFP Mod), with budget allocation of approximately PHP 2 trillion (roughly USD 35 billion) over the 2023-2028 cycle. Recent procurement priorities — particularly post-2024 West Philippine Sea operational tempo — include:

• •Maritime patrol aircraft and offshore patrol vessels (BRP Jose Rizal-class follow-ons)
• •F-16 Block 70/72 multi-role fighter acquisition (decision pending)
• •Multi-launch rocket systems (additional BrahMos batteries)
• •Long-range radar and maritime surveillance systems
• •C4ISR and signals intelligence upgrades
• •Cyber defence and electromagnetic spectrum operations

ADAS provides direct access to:

• •Philippine Department of National Defense procurement leadership
• •AFP General Staff — Philippine Air Force, Navy, Army Chiefs
• •Philippine Coast Guard senior officers
• •Bureau of Customs, National Bureau of Investigation, PNP (national police)
• •US INDOPACOM visiting delegations
• •Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force, Korean Marine Corps observers
• •ASEAN nation defence attachés (Singapore, Malaysia, Vietnam, Indonesia)
• •Foreign primes already present in the Philippine market: Lockheed Martin, BAE Systems, Korea Aerospace Industries, Hanwha, Diehl, Indra

The Philippines' EDCA (Enhanced Defense Cooperation Agreement) with the United States has expanded to 9 sites — making ADAS the canonical venue where US-Philippine joint requirements are surfaced to international suppliers.

Exhibition Stand Solutions for ADAS 2026

Evreka Stand provides turnkey exhibition stand solutions for ADAS exhibitors. Three typical engagement formats:

• •Foreign OEM / Tier-1 supplier stand — 100-300 m², integrated product mock-ups, AFP delegation hosting zone, separate procurement-officer meeting cabins. Typical budget €50,000-€140,000.
• •SME / Tier-2 supplier modular stand — 18-50 m², Maxima modular + meeting cabin + product showcase. Typical budget €14,000-€36,000.
• •Country pavilion / trade-promotion body — 100-400 m² coordinated multi-company pavilion. Particularly relevant for Turkish, Korean, Israeli and European export groups targeting ASEAN procurement.

International Exhibitor Logistics — Istanbul to Manila

The Istanbul → Manila logistics chain runs sealed-container air freight (3-5 days transit) or sea freight via Manila South Harbor (28-35 days). ATA Carnet is accepted by Philippine Bureau of Customs for temporary import; some defence equipment categories require additional clearance from the Philippine National Police firearms and explosives office (PNP-FEO). Visa: Turkish business passport holders receive 30-day visa-free entry to the Philippines.

Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) is 12 km from World Trade Center Metro Manila — typical transit 25-45 minutes depending on traffic. The venue offers 31,000 m² exhibition space across two halls plus outdoor display area.

Booth Categories at World Trade Center Metro Manila

ADAS uses Halls A and B of the World Trade Center plus an outdoor static display area. Hall allocation by category:

• •Hall A — Land systems, vehicles, weapons, ground C4ISR
• •Hall B — Naval, air, joint-domain, cyber, communications
• •Outdoor display — Vehicles, naval mock-ups, larger platforms

Booth allocation closes 3-4 months before the show — by May 2026 for the September 2026 edition.

Past Editions — Reference Data

• •ADAS 2024 (25-27 September 2024) — 280+ exhibitors, 32 countries, 11,500+ visitors
• •ADAS 2022 (28-30 September 2022) — 220+ exhibitors (post-COVID recovery)
• •ADAS 2018 (26-28 September 2018) — 250+ exhibitors

Booking Timeline

For a turnkey custom stand to open Day 1 of ADAS 2026 (2 September 2026):

• •May 2026 — Booth allocation confirmed with organising committee
• •June 2026 — Design brief + 3D concept + revisions (4-5 weeks)
• •July 2026 — Production at Istanbul facility (4-6 weeks)
• •Early August 2026 — Air freight to Manila (3-5 days transit + 7-day customs buffer)
• •Mid-August 2026 — On-site assembly + PNP clearance for any controlled items
• •2 September 2026 — Show opens

Frequently Asked Questions

When and where is ADAS 2026? 2-4 September 2026 at World Trade Center Metro Manila, Philippines.

How large is ADAS? 2024 edition: 280+ exhibitors from 32 countries and 11,500+ trade visitors. Southeast Asia's largest defence exhibition.

Is the Philippines a viable export market for defence? Yes — PHP 2 trillion (USD 35 billion) AFP Modernization Program is mid-execution. Recent acquisitions span MPA aircraft, fighters, MLRS, surveillance systems. EDCA expansion to 9 sites creates joint US-Philippine procurement opportunities.

What is the typical ADAS booth size and cost? SME / Tier-2: 18-50 m² modular (€14-36K). Tier-1 OEM: 100-300 m² (€50-140K). Country pavilion: 100-400 m².

Can Evreka Stand build a stand for ADAS 2026? Yes — turnkey design, build and on-site Manila installation. Contact Evreka Stand for a written budget within 24 hours and a 3D concept within a week.