Editorial
The challenge facing any trade show is above all to keep up with the times, while remaining true to the image of a market that can evolve very quickly, especially when it comes to a market as technological and innovative as that of drones!
François Baffou, CEO of Bordeaux Technowest
The Defence Shift: An Undeniable Success
The defence-focused shift of the 2025 edition was an undeniable success. The market is entering a phase of structuring and acceleration. Needs are growing, technologies are becoming more mature, and UAV Show is becoming the place where it all comes together.
Nearly three quarters of exhibitors now work with the French Ministry of the Armed Forces, the DGA, the Defence Innovation Agency (AID) or major industry players, while continuing their civil activities. This evolution takes place in a tense geopolitical context, where warfare has demonstrated the essential role of drones in military operations, fuelling an unprecedented race for innovation. This is why the event is now held annually, in order to align UAV Show with the pace of innovation and the growing expectations of industrial and institutional stakeholders.