About

About the event

Defense Suppliers Summit Japan is the first international business convention dedicated to connecting Japan’s defense and security ecosystem with global suppliers and technology providers.

The event provides a structured environment to foster collaboration, share expertise and develop long-term industrial partnerships.

Book a stand

Key sectors

Defense Suppliers Summit Japan brings together companies across key strategic sectors, including:

Aerospace and defense systems

Radar, sensors and advanced detection technologies

Naval and maritime systems

These sectors reflect priority capabilities
within Japan's evolving defense and security supply chains and provide a basis for targeted collaboration.

Topics

Defense Suppliers Summit Japan addresses key challenges shaping the future of defense and security supply chains.

The event focuses on high-value topics at the intersection of industrial performance, resilience and innovation:

Supply chain security and resilience
Procurement and industrial base resilience
Cybersecurity for critical industrial systems

These topics reflect the evolving priorities of both Japanese and international stakeholders, and create a strong foundation for meaningful discussions, partnerships and business opportunities.

Why Japan?

Japan is entering a new phase in the development of its defense and industrial capabilities, marked by increased investment and a stronger focus on international cooperation.

- Target: defense-related spending equivalent to 2% of GDP by FY2027
- Approx. ¥43 trillion investment under the Defense Buildup Program (FY2023–FY2027)

Key priorities include:

Advanced manufacturing and materials
Electronics and next-generation systems
Digital technologies, cybersecurity and AI
Supply chain diversification and resilience

At the same time, Japan is selectively expanding collaboration with international partners, creating targeted opportunities for foreign companies —typically through partnerships with Japanese primes and established local stakeholders.

Looking ahead to 2030, Japan is expected to continue building a more robust, innovative and collaborative defense industrial ecosystem.

B2B Meetings

At the core of Defense Suppliers Summit Japan is a proven matchmaking system based on pre-arranged B2B meetings.

Participants gain access to an online platform allowing them to:

Browse detailed company profiles
Identify relevant partners
Request meetings in advanceBuild a personalized meeting schedule

Each meeting lasts approximately 30 minutes and takes place in a dedicated business area.

This structured approach ensures efficient and targeted discussions, allowing participants to maximize their time onsite and generate concrete business opportunities.

Organizers

Defense Suppliers Summit Japan is organized by advanced business events (abe) through its aerospace division BCI Aerospace.

With over 30 years of experience, abe designs and delivers international B2B conventions across strategic industries, connecting companies through a proven format of pre-arranged business meetings.

Each year, abe events bring together thousands of companies and generate high-value business interactions worldwide.

A global expertise

BCI Aerospace organizes leading international events such as Aeromart, Aerospace & Defense Meetings, and Space Suppliers Summit, recognized for connecting global supply chains and fostering industrial partnerships.

Strong presence in Japan

With established experience in Japan, including Aeromart Nagoya and Engine Forum Kobe, abe benefits from a strong understanding of the local business environment and close relationships with Japanese stakeholders.

A trusted platform

Defense Suppliers Summit Japan builds on this expertise to deliver a structured, reliable and business-oriented event aligned with international standards.