The BDSV e.V.

The BDSV e V (Federation of German Security and Defence Industries) was founded in 2009, comprises of more than 200 companies of the German Security and Defence Industr y and consisting of globally operating companies as well as highly innovative SMEs All are privately held and profit-oriented

The BDSV e.V. represents the interests of the entire German Security and Defence Industr y at both the national and international level. Taking an active part in the NIAG (NATO Industrial Advisor y Group) as well as in the ASD (Aerospace and Defence Industries Association of Europe) and additionally keeping close contact with our partner organizations worldwide, the BDSV e.V. is the door for international co-operations with the German Defence and Security Industr y. Additionally, it aims to increase the visibility of the competitiveness and viability of the German Security and Defence Industr y.

This is evidently performed by BDSV EXHIBITIONS e.V., a subsidiar y of BDSV e.V.. Both work closely together and have a common Director. “German Defence Technology” is the Trademark under which the Security and Defence Industr y displays its wide range portfolio and excellence in High Technology on International Security and Defence Fairs since more than 20 years.

We see in Europe presently a shift to wards the consolida tion of security and defence industries as well as an increasing need for security and an urge for European autonomy where feasible Aspects of the fore mentioned situation are, among others:

• R & D as the key element for our high-tech branch

• Operationally ready and fully equipped Armed Forces

Germany is leading with its potential for highly innovative products. Future systems are directed towards mobility across the entire operational spectrum. Germany concentrates on autonomous systems in the Air/Land/Sea arena. Electro mobility becomes a challenge for the future, Germany develops answers.

28 of our member companies display their highly innovative product portfolio and potential of the German Security and Defence Industr y

We are proud to be part in the IDEX & NAVDEX 2023, thus displaying and providing our share to a safe and secure world.