2025 LIMA
Exhibition Dates：July 2027
Venue：Langkawi, Malaysia
Frequency：Biennial
Exhibition Introduction
As one of the world’s most renowned maritime and aerospace defense exhibitions, the 2025 LIMA Malaysia International Air & Maritime Defence Exhibition traces its origins back to 1991. Held biennially in odd-numbered years under the full patronage of the Malaysian government, the event serves as a strategic platform for showcasing cutting-edge technologies across maritime defense, aerospace, civil aviation, and homeland security sectors, with a primary focus on the Asia-Pacific market.
Aligned with Malaysia’s 12th Malaysia Plan (2021–2025), which prioritizes enhancing public security and strengthening strategic industries, the exhibition reflects the nation’s growing defense expenditure, particularly in naval and air force modernization. By 2027, Malaysia’s defense budget is projected to reach $5.2 billion, driven by ambitions to accelerate military transformation and address evolving security challenges in the South China Sea and broader Indo-Pacific region.
Previous Edition Highlights
The LIMA exhibition has consistently delivered remarkable results:
632 foreign delegations and 603 exhibitors from 52 countries
402 high-level military delegations and 46,233 professional visitors
119 participating aircraft, 90+ maritime assets, and 5 national aerobatic teams
100 media outlets covering the event, including live broadcasts and in-depth analyses
20 national pavilions, with 11 ASEAN member states forming a cohesive regional bloc
Notably, the Chinese delegation in the last edition—led by CETC (China Electronics Technology Group Corporation), CSIC (China Shipbuilding Industry Corporation), CSSC (China State Shipbuilding Corporation), CATIC (China National Aero-Technology Import & Export Corporation), and the PLA Navy’s Yueyang frigate (Type 054A guided-missile frigate)—drew significant attention, alongside SMEs showcasing surveillance unmanned helicopters and other advanced systems.
Exhibits Scope
Multi-Domain Defense Systems
Land, sea, air, space, and cyber defense equipment
Uncrewed aerial vehicles (UAVs), uncrewed surface vehicles (USVs), uncrewed underwater vehicles (UUVs), and remotely operated vehicles (ROVs)
Missile systems, torpedoes, and electronic warfare solutions
Aerospace & Aviation
Aircraft engines, avionics, and flight control systems
Airport infrastructure, maintenance/repair/overhaul (MRO) services
Commercial and military aircraft, helicopters, and drones
Maritime & Naval Technology
Surface platforms, submarines, and diving equipment
Sonar systems, naval communication networks, and port management solutions
Anti-submarine warfare (ASW) and mine countermeasures (MCM) systems
Homeland Security & Emergency Response
Border control technologies (X-ray scanners, biometric systems)
Explosive ordnance disposal (EOD) equipment and CBRN protection gear
Disaster relief vehicles, field hospitals, and first-aid supplies
Digital & Intelligence Solutions
C4ISR (Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance) systems
Satellite navigation, radar systems, and AI-driven threat detection platforms
Blockchain-enabled supply chain management and cybersecurity solutions
Training & Simulation
Flight simulators, tactical training systems, and virtual reality (VR) applications
Military vehicle simulators and emergency response drills
