LAAD is Latin America’s largest defense and security trade show, bringing together more than 400 exhibitors from 44 countries. The event connects companies with armed forces authorities, police and special forces, industry executives, government agencies, official delegations, military leaders, and public security organizations from Brazil, Latin America, and around the world.
Virginia companies can participate with the Virginia Economic Development Partnership (VEDP) to showcase their products and capabilities, generate sales leads, strengthen existing customer relationships, and explore opportunities in the defense and security markets.
Trade Show Details
Dates: Tuesday, April 13 - Friday, April 16, 2027
Trade Show Fee: $3,500
Registration Deadline: Friday, December 25, 2026
What’s Included
Each participating company will receive:
For more information, contact Jordan Watkins, Defense Program Manager, at jawatkins@vedp.org or Mary Wood, Managing Director of International Trade Programs, at mwood@vedp.org.