DSEI 2025

9th-12th September 2025, ExCeL London, England

INTRODUCTION

Held at the easy to access ExCeL exhibition centre every two years SMI has secured space in DSEI’s Naval Zone to support member companies. The Naval Zone at DSEI is an interactive showcase of the latest vessels and technology. Buyers, procurement managers visit the show looking for new technology and solutions for their projects. The Naval Zone is the focussed maritime defence area within the exhibition.

DSEI connects governments, national armed forces, industry thought leaders and the entire defence and security supply chain on a global scale.

SMI SHOWCASE STAND AT DSEI 2025

SMI will be organising and managing a POD Showcase Stand at DSEI 2025 within the Naval Zone. This POD-scheme allows companies to showcase at DSEI for a reduced price. 

• SMI handles all arrangements, build-up, payments and communication with exhibition organisers, agents, and contractors.
• Participants exhibit in a shared stand environment, attracting visitors and international delegations.
• Benefits include:​​​​​​
  • Meeting visitors from other exhibitors
  • Prime location near the Naval Forum
  • Increased traffic from combined social media activity
  • Learning and insight from stand networking
  • Invites to event focused networking receptions

STAND DESIGN

Each POD package includes: 1 x bar stool, 1 x lockable counter with electrical outlet, graphic printing and carpeted floor.

Additionally, shared access to a promotional TV screen, high tables with high chairs, a fridge and complimentary refreshments including a coffee machine are all part of the package. 

STAND COSTS

Total cost per POD:

• Member: £5,250 + £350 Marketing Fee to Organisers (ex. VAT)
• Non-Member: £5,950 + £350 Marketing Fee to Organisers (ex. VAT)

FURTHER INFORMATION

• Each company will be charged the exhibitor protection fee of £195 +VAT which is credited once they submit company insurance
• Each company will have their own EZONE login and will be able to create their own company profile to be used online (exhibitor guide) and in the official DSEI event guide
• Each company will be listed in the official DSEI exhibitor list with the associated main stand holders stand number
• Each company will have access to exhibitor registration badges
• Each company will have support to promote your presence at and around DSEI from the DSEI Marketing Team

NEXT STAGE

To reserve a POD space, please submit the booking form here. Please note, PODs will be available on a first-come-first-served basis.  

If you would like more details on the SMI Showcase stand please contact Mark Albon (Mark.Albon(at)maritimeindustries.org) for more information.