Honorary Patronage of the President of the Republic of Poland Andrzej Duda
The biggest Expo ever! MSPO 2023
When we met a year ago, we said the 30th Expo was the biggest in history. The 31st MSPO is even more significant in terms of exhibitor interest and exhibition space. This is undoubtedly our success; our shared success, which serves the purpose of defence enhancement in the Republic of Poland, but also peace on the eastern flank of the North Atlantic Alliance – said the head of the Ministry of National Defence, Mariusz Błaszczak, at the opening ceremony of the International Defence Industry Exhibition. These words perfectly recapitulate MSPO 2023.
The Targi Kielce Defence Industry Expo brought 711 exhibitors from 35 countries, including 350 Polish companies. The trade fair hosted 61 delegations from 43 countries. This 2023's MSPO exhibition covered a record-breaking area of over 34,000 sq m. For the first time in its history, MSPO display was also located in an additional temporary hall of 2,800 sq m. Almost 26,000 guests from all over the world attended MSPO 2023. MSPO was visited by President Andrzej Duda, who has granted his honorary auspices to the Expo. In addition to the President, the event was also graced with the presence of Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki and Mariusz Błaszczak, Minister of National Defence and Jacek Siewiera, the head of the National Security Bureau. Korea was featured as the Lead Nation Exhibition; the Korean delegation prepared was headed by the Eom Dong-hwan, the Minister of Defense Acquisition Program Administration (DAPA), of the Republic of Korea. The commanding staff of the Polish Army also took part in the event.
- The Kielce expo has become increasingly popular with its every consecutive unveiling. It is safe to say that it clearly contributes to the economic development of this region and the entire Republic of Poland - said Andrzej Duda, President of the Republic of Poland, at the opening ceremony of the International Defence Industry Exhibition.
The South Korea Lead Nation Exhibition presented the country's most outstanding and most important achievements in the defence sector. The display includes equipment ordered by the Polish army, such as Chunmoo missile launchers and K2 tanks, which are soon used by the Polish Armed Forces. The Korean defence industry's potential was presented by 31 companies. The Korean expo presentation was complemented by a show of taekwondo masters and performances by the Naval Orchestra, accompanied by dancers in traditional dragon outfits.
Contracts worth billions at MSPO
Contracts worth PLN 100 billion were approved by the Minister of National Defence, Mariusz Błaszczak; the 31st edition of MSPO in Targi Kielce witnessed the approval. Half of this amount will go to the Polish arms industry. Contracts concluded between the State Treasury and the government of the United States of America concerning the purchase of elements of the WISŁA anti-aircraft and anti-missile defence system were also signed during MSPO. Poland will obtain 12 omnidirectional LTAMDS radars, 48 launchers of the PATRIOT M903 system and a supply of PAC-3 MSE missiles. Other agreements relate to the supply the Narew and Pilica+ programs' compnents, NSM anti-ship missiles for the next two squadrons and FlyEye reconnaissance drones. 1,700 of these uncrewed aerial vehicles are to be delivered by WB Electronics.
About 20 contracts and agreements were concluded by the Polish Armaments Group on the first three days of the Show, including financially binding ones worth PLN 54.1 billion. PLN 100 million of this amount has been earmarked for Mesko in Skarżysko for ammunition supplies, including anti-aircraft missiles. Some of the agreements signed during MSPO will soon translate into actual, financial values; and among them is the contract for the production of American Javelin anti-tank missiles in Mesko. The Skarżysko-based company will be the first foreign plant where Javelins will be produced; the contract value is expected to reach hundreds of millions of PLN.
DEFENDER Gala Awarding Ceremony
One of the last highlights of the International Defence Industry Exhibition was the presentation ceremony of the DEFENDER awards, which culminated the Show. DEFENDER is awarded every year by the Kielce defence trade show's Programme Board and the Jury Panel. The gala began with state awards for people who contributed to the development of the Polish defence industry and to strengthening the country's sovereignty and defence capabilities. On behalf of the President of the Republic of Poland, Andrzej Duda, the decoration was made by the Deputy Head of the National Security Bureau, Lieutenant General Dariusz Łukowski. The gala was the occasion to bestow the two equal awards of President of the Republic of Poland for the product which best serves the purpose of the RP Armed Forces soldiers' safety enhancement, other distinctions; a special award of the Head of the National Security Bureau, the Minister of National Defence's accolades and a special mention of the Minister of Development and Technology, the Award of the President of Targi Kielce and the Top Design award for the Expo stands arrangement. The awarding ceremony also saw the presentation of the Operational Commander of the Branches of Armed Forces, Distinctions of the Commander of Territorial Defence Forces, Awards and Distinctions of the Head of the Inspectorate of Support for the Armed Forces, the Special Distinction of the Programme Board and Awards of the President of Targi Kielce Management Board, a Special Distinction of the Programme Board and, for the first time in the history of MSPO, the award of the President of the Polish Space Agency. Companies celebrating their anniversaries this year were also honoured.
We look forward to seeing you at Targi Kielce's 32nd MSPO - the International Defence Industry Exhibition. Save the date for 3-6 September 2024.
Representatives of Milliken & What Co. and PSO Maskpol SA presented plans to develop cooperation, including the transfer of American technologies to Poland and the development of further projects of new clothing sets for the army and uniformed services. The meeting was a part of the 31st International Defence Industry Exhibition
An important MSPO event - the conclusion of two agreements between MESKO and the Armaments Agency for the supply of ammunition to the Polish Armed Forces
On the third day of the MSPO, the National Security Office organised a strategic debate devoted to logistics processes in the Polish army. – There is no better place than Targi Kielce to discuss such a key issue which requires expertise. The MSPO witnesses the visible and tangible change in the technological quality of the equipment - said the head of the National Security Bureau, Minister Jacek Siewiera. Army Generals and defence sector experts took part in the discussion
During his Thursday visit, the head of the Polish government also visited the exhibition prepared by the Polish Armaments Group for the 31st International Defence Industry Exhibition
The President of Targi Kielce, Andrzej Mochoń, signed a cooperation agreement with the Endeavour Scholarship Foundation regarding the Al Worden "Endeavor" Scholarship - Polish Team 2024. The official inauguration of the program was attended by Peter Mckenna - vice president of Kallman Worldwide Inc. and Col. Marcin MAZUR Deputy President of the Polish Space Agency
International Defence Industry Exhibition in Kielce witnessed the ceremony of handing over the antifragmentation container. The Polish companies - Jakusz, Zasław TSS, Targi Kielce and the Ukrainian company KRZ - Kijowski Radiozawod were involved in the project
Changing the way of thinking and creating new tools for the armed forces and the defence industry - the leading topic of the debate held under the banner of “Conference on "Transforming the European Defence Industry" which brought participants were Polish and European experts in the field of defence and development. The event was also attended by the president of Targi Kielce, Andrzej Mochoń, who spoke about increasing the funds of the Polish government for the army
Members of the Association of Injured and Victims on Missions Outside the Country award the Proud Veteran Statuette distinction. "PZL-Świdnik", Transport Equipment Factory SA, pronounced the laureate
The MSPO in Targi Kielce witnessed the Polish Armaments Group’s official establishment of cooperation with Hanwha Aerospace, Korea Aerospace Industries and POONGSAN
It is all about acquisition of gear and equipment for 3 squadrons, i.e. 6 more batteries, the PATRIOT/IBCS system as part of the implementation of the second phase of the WISŁA program. A contract for two more Maritime Missile Units, a contract for the ZENIT-MP+ Automated Command Post dedicated to PILICA+ sets and a framework contract for FlyEye unmanned aerial vehicles
"The international situation makes the strengthening of defence capabilities and the modernisation of the army a key measure for improving the security of each country. MSPO - for many years now ranked among the three most important exhibitions of the defence industry in Europe - has its share in this process," said Andrzej Mochoń during the opening ceremony, President of the Management Board of Targi Kielce. There were also many other important opinions
The opening ceremony of 31st International Defence Industry Exhibition in Kielce was graced with the presence of the Secretary of State in the Ministry of Sport and Tourism Anna Krupka and Deputy Speaker of the Sejm of the Republic of Poland Małgorzata Gosiewska. The ladies read out addresses from Deputy Prime Minister Jarosław Kaczyński and the Speaker of the Sejm of the Republic of Poland, Elżbieta Witek
Targi Kielce witnessed the Polish Armaments Group, Military Communication Works No. 1 and ICEYE Poland joining forces. ICEYE is the Polish division of the world leader in permanent monitoring with the use of radar and image satellites. The aim is to strengthen Poland's defence capabilities
The 9x19 mm MPS semi-automatic pistol was presented for the first time at the 31st International Defence Industry Exhibition in Kielce. The premiere aroused great interest
The gale inauguration of the 2023/2024 school year of uniformed classes began with the solemn singing of the anthem of the Republic of Poland. The event was attended by the Minister of National Defence Mariusz Błaszczak, Brigadier General Mirosław Bryś and students of the School Complex of the Vocational Training Centre in Kielce
A few days before the commencement of the International Defence Industry Exhibition, well-known personalities appear in the Kielce exhibition and congress centre. The construction of the South Korea Lead Nation Exhibition at MSPO has already been visited by the Minister of Defence, Jong-Sup Lee. On Sunday Targi Kielce was hosted Jarosław Kaczyński. The President of the Republic of Poland, Andrzej Duda, announced his presence on Tuesday, and Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki on Thursday
The 31st MSPO in Kielce displays the most modern technological solutions targeted at the army and uniformed services. There are products, ensuring protection against unfavourable weather conditions and fire. Novelty - sets of flame-retardant summer and winter underwear for soldiers and officers are the result of cooperation established in 2022 between the American fabric manufacturer - Milliken & Company and PSO Maskpol SA (PGZ Group)
The 31st MSPO Defence Industry Exhibition in Kielce welcomes the RTX concern, comprising the companies - Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney and Raytheon. Long-term partnership cooperation with the Ministry of National Defence and Poland’s Armed Forces cooperation is the objective with a special focus on providing the most modern solutions that will guarantee Poland's security and sovereignty and protect citizens and the state's infrastructure against aggression.
Ten projects by scientists from the Military University of Technology, including a quantum random number generator, an automatic syringe, a platform for transporting military equipment, an observation system to secure the border zone are presented at the MSPO. Some of them have been submitted for the Defender Award.
This year’s International Defence Industry Exhibition is held in Targi Kielce from 5 to 8 September in Kielce. The gala opening ceremony is graced with the presence of Mr Andrzej Duda, the Republic of Poland President. The event broadcast will be available on Targi Kielce's social media
The Republic of Poland President Andrzej Duda visits MSPO - the International Defence Industry Exhibition Targi Kielce welcomes the head of state on September 5. The President will take part in the gala opening of the exhibition, which is scheduled to start at 12.00
Gentex - an American manufacturer of aviation helmets will present the latest equipment at the 31st MSPO International Defence Industry Exhibition. The exhibition in expo hall B of Targi Kielce expo and congress centre is the showcase for e.g. HGU-56/P helmet and ALPHA900 helmet
Jong-Sup Lee The Minister of National Defence of the Republic of South Korea visited the Kielce exhibition and congress centre in the week preceding the International Defence Industry Exhibition’s commencement
For the first time, the MSPO witnesses the presentation of the "Copernicus" award bestowed by the President of the Polish Space Agency. The statuette will go to a company, institution or personality representing various fields and professions. The winnes have a significant impact through their commitment to work for the development of the Polish space sector and increasing its competitiveness.
The upcoming International Defence Industry Exhibition in Kielce welcomes Thorium Space SA - a manufacturer of advanced satellite communication technologies; at the Company's expo stand they present the latest satellite AURORA terminal for the Ka band.
The SMARTSHOOTER SMASH HOPPER LRCWS integrated with the RPS-42 MHR radar is another novelty showcased and presented at the MILDAT expo stand at the International Defence Industry Exhibition
New products from Complete Parachute Solutions at the PARASNAKE expo stand - come and check at the International Defence Industry Exhibition - 5 to 8 September
At MSPO 2023, BAE Systems (Expo Hall F, expo stand 9) will showcase a wide range of defence and security products and services for land, sea, air, space and cyberspace. The expo held in Kielce on 5-8 September welcomes the company and its presentation. The company's teams are already present in Poland, they have established partnerships with the Polish military and entities of the domestic defence industry
The International Defence Industry Exhibition commences in Targi Kielce on 5 September 2023. The exhibitors are preparing many exciting products and, services and novelties galore. The American communications and intelligent systems leader showcases its products at PARASNAKE expo stand
The handover ceremony - an explosion-proof WIKTORIA container resistant to 10 kg TNT equivalent detonation and a 150mm / 155mm NATO artillery shell manufactured by JAKUSZ from Kościerzyna on Zasław chasis presented to police pyrotechnicians from Ukraine. The function is held within the scope of the 31st International Defence Industry Exhibition MSPO in Kielce.
The International Defence Industry Exhibition; commences in 18 days. The exhibition area booked by exhibitors has reached approximately 34,000 sq m. More than 700 companies from 36 countries have confirmed their presence at Targi Kielce
Journalists who want to participate in the XXVII International Defence Industry Exhibition are now offered the chance to use the online accreditation. The media can also be accredited in the Press Office during the MSPO
- We are proud that the Polish Ministry of National Defence and the MSPO Program Board have chosen the Republic of Korea as the leading partner of the MSPO - the International Defence Industry Exhibition. We can present the latest achievements of our defence industry at the MSPO Lead Nation Exhibition - said Captain Jinsol Park from the Ministry of National Defence of the Republic of Korea and Yeon - Jeong Cho , Deputy Director at the Ministry during their visit to Targi Kielce.
As part of the 31st edition of the International Defence Industry Exhibition in Kielce, the Ministry of Development and Technology in conjunction with with Targi Kielce hold a high-level, thematic debate devoted to the transformation of the European defense industry.
The 31th International Defence Industry Exhibition - the preparations for the upcoming show are underway. At the beginning of July, the exhibition area which has been booked already reached 28.5 thousand square meters. sq m, the list of exhibitors includes 400 companies from 28 countries. For the first time, the MSPO exhibition will use an additional expo hall.
Virtual registration for visitors is already available on the Targi Kielce website. Following many-year examples, the Kielce exhibition and congress centre encourages to use the more efficient way to register and confirm your expo presence. You can also buy event tickets
The annual International Defence Industry Exhibition in Kielce means that about a thousand soldiers are on duty; the Armed Forces Exhibition preparation is regarded a combat task. Such missions require proper reconnaissance. The meeting of various formations in the Kielce exhibition and congress centre is held from 16 to 18 May
The national defence expenditure for 2023 - almost 100 billion PLN. 31. International Defence Industry Exhibition MSPO promises to be hugely interesting.
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