At the heart of Bengaluru’s bustling exhibition circuit, the IMS 2025 aerospace & defence expo is set to assert India’s position as a major engineering and defence manufacturing hub. Held at the Bangalore International Exhibition Centre (BIEC) from November 6-8, 2025, this seventh edition brings together hundreds of exhibitors, global OEMs, defence engineers and MSME innovators under one roof.
India’s strategic push for “Make in India” and a locally-self-reliant defence industry finds a tangible showcase in IMS 2025 aerospace & defence expo. With more than 450 exhibitors already confirmed and the entire BIEC halls—collectively over 6,000 sq m—fully booked, the show is shaping up to be the largest edition yet.
Why this edition matters
This year’s event marks a shift: it is no longer simply a manufacturing‐equipment fair, but a full-blown aerospace & defence engineering expo. With India’s defence budget and industry reforms accelerating and the private sector playing a bigger role, this expo becomes a barometer of India’s industrial & strategic ambitions.
Key features include:
- A dedicated aerospace & defence zone showcasing cutting-edge technologies from both Indian and international players.
- MSME participation amplified, aligning with the government’s goal to integrate smaller firms into the defence-industrial complex.
- Opportunities for global partnerships, supply-chain localization and technology transfer in a climate where India is increasingly opening up its defence sector.
Impact on India’s manufacturing ecosystem
The IMS 2025 aerospace & defence expo arrives at a moment when India is recalibrating its manufacturing strategy: from “import-and-assemble” to “design-and-make”. The aerospace & defence sector is a key enabler of this transition, given its high-technology content, export potential and strategic importance.
The event promises to connect component makers, system integrators, start-ups, and large OEMs. Exhibitors will not only display machines and systems but also engage with engineering services, R&D ecosystem, digital manufacturing, additive technologies and aerospace composites.
What visitors and exhibitors should look for
- For exhibitors: a golden chance to position themselves in India’s defence-manufacturing supply-chain. The event’s timing and scale make it an ideal platform for lead-generation, partnership dialogues and market expansion.
- For visitors (buyers, specifiers, procurement officers): a one-stop-shop to survey the Indian supplier base, compare global versus local offers, and explore the latest in aerospace & defence engineering.
- For policy-and-industry watchers: IMS 2025 aerospace & defence expo will serve as a reflection of how India’s manufacturing policy is translating into real-world industrial action.
Take-away message
The IMS 2025 aerospace & defence expo is more than another trade-show—it is a strategic showcase of India’s manufacturing ambitions in aerospace & defence. With full halls, strong MSME participation and global players in attendance, the event reflects India’s intent to raise the bar in engineering, exports and self-reliance. If you are connected in the exhibition, manufacturing or defence sectors, this is a key event to watch.
