ABOUT THE FAIR
SPIE Defense + Security is a leading trade fair showcasing innovations and technologies in sensor technology and optical systems. It brings together experts from around the world who specialize in advanced sensors, infrared and laser systems, spectral imaging, radar, lidar, and autonomous systems.
SPIE, short for the Society of Photo-Optical Instrumentation Engineers, is an internationally recognized organization that has been promoting the development of optical sciences and technologies since its founding in 1955.
The event covers a broad spectrum of topics, including materials and devices, imaging and analytics, as well as innovative sensor technology and its applications. Exhibitors from industries such as electronics, optics, mechanics, and software development present their latest products and services. The range of exhibits includes cameras, imaging systems, detectors, and sensors, as well as lenses, filters, mirrors, and optical components. Additionally, the fair features lasers, optical coatings, electronic imaging devices, optomechanical components, spectroscopy equipment, and fiber optic and lighting solutions.
Thanks to this diverse thematic scope, the event serves as a key meeting point for industry professionals, researchers, and government representatives. It provides a platform for exchanging insights on technological developments, research findings, and real-world applications.
A major highlight of the event is its conferences and workshops, where experts share their knowledge through presentations and plenary sessions. Complementary networking opportunities enable participants to establish valuable connections and initiate collaborations.
More than just a trade fair, SPIE Defense + Security is a crucial forum for the scientific and technological community, focusing on the latest advancements and commercial applications in sensor technology.
The SPIE Defense + Security in National Harbor took place from Sunday, 26. April to Thursday, 30. April 2026.