LIMA Langkawi 2027, the 18th Langkawi International Maritime & Aerospace Exhibition, runs from 20 to 24 April 2027 in Langkawi, Malaysia. Malaysia’s Ministry of Defence organises it with Global Exhibitions & Conferences. It covers defence and commercial aerospace and maritime, with new segments for drones, AI and unmanned aircraft. LIMA runs every two years, so there is no 2026 edition.
If Asia-Pacific is on your list for 2027, put LIMA on it. LIMA 2027 brings governments, industry, investors and innovators together around defence, maritime and aerospace technology. It opens in Langkawi on 20 April 2027.
When and where is LIMA 2027?
LIMA 2027 runs from 20 to 24 April 2027 in Langkawi, an island in the Malaysian state of Kedah. It is the 18th edition of the Langkawi International Maritime & Aerospace Exhibition, which began in 1991 and runs every two years.
We checked the dates on the LIMA website on 13 November 2026.
Who organises LIMA Langkawi?
Malaysia's Ministry of Defence (MINDEF) organises LIMA 2027, with Global Exhibitions & Conferences (GEC) as co-organiser.
What does LIMA 2027 cover?
LIMA covers aerospace and maritime, for defence and commercial companies alike. Its full segment list also includes MRO for defence and commercial, helicopters, and radar and simulators. For 2027, its priority segments include:
- Innovation of Drone Technology with AI-Driven R&D
- Cyber Security, IT & AI Technology for Defence
- Space Technology, Satellites, and Telecommunications
- Future Ship and Flight Technology
- Security Technology for Defence Force Infrastructure
- Air and Sea Medical Technology
Malaysia's Ministry of Defence has also added new segments for drone technology, artificial intelligence and unmanned aircraft, plus a new display of air force and navy support vehicles. If your company works in AI or unmanned aircraft, LIMA 2027 now has segments for you.
Who will you meet at LIMA 2027?
At LIMA 2027, you can meet government officials and official delegations, along with C-level executives, decision makers and procurement managers. You can also meet aircraft owners and operators, airlines, shipping companies and MRO businesses.
Why exhibit at LIMA 2027?
- Get in front of official delegations. LIMA 2027 will promote every segment to official delegations internationally, with extra focus on its priority segments.
- Talk procurement and partnerships. LIMA 2027 will match its engagements to national and regional procurement needs up to 2030, and will make room for high-level discussions, capability planning and long-term partnerships.
- Show alongside aircraft and vessels. LIMA puts both on display, and aerobatic teams are set to fly as a 2027 highlight.
- Meet people beyond your stand. At the last edition, LIMA 2025, the programme included Business-to-Government meetings with official delegations, Business-to-Business meetings with trade visitors, conferences and pocket talks.
Is there a LIMA exhibition in 2026?
No. LIMA runs every two years. The last edition was LIMA 2025, and the next is LIMA 2027, from 20 to 24 April 2027 in Langkawi.
Also looking at Latin America?
LAAD Defence & Security closes in Rio de Janeiro on 16 April 2027, four days before LIMA opens. Our LAAD 2027 guide covers it, and our 2027 calendar lists the other shows running in 2027.
Want to exhibit at LIMA 2027?
Bridge Exhibitions, created by Arabian World Events and Orchestra Media, supports companies going into new markets through shows like LIMA.
Tell us what you want to show in Langkawi. Write to karan@bridgeexhibitions.com or start a conversation.
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Common questions
What is LIMA Langkawi?
LIMA is the Langkawi International Maritime & Aerospace Exhibition, a biennial exhibition in Langkawi, Malaysia, that began in 1991. It covers aerospace and maritime for defence and commercial companies, and Malaysia's Ministry of Defence organises it with Global Exhibitions & Conferences.
What is new at LIMA 2027?
LIMA 2027 adds new segments for drone technology, artificial intelligence and unmanned aircraft, plus a new display of air force and navy support vehicles.
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Tell us what you want to show in Langkawi. Write to karan@bridgeexhibitions.com.
