2027 LIMA

Exhibition date: May 2027
Exhibition Cycle: Biennial
Exhibition Venue: Langkawi, Malaysia

Exhibition Introduction

The Langkawi International Maritime & Aerospace Exhibition (LIMA) is one of the world's most renowned maritime and aerospace exhibitions. With a long-standing history dating back to 1991, the event is held biennially in odd-numbered years with the full support of the Malaysian government.
        LIMA is dedicated to the Asia-Pacific market, with a core focus on maritime, coastal defense, aerospace, civil aviation, national defense and other related sectors. Under the 12th Malaysia Plan launched in 2021, the Malaysian government outlined plans to strengthen public security and order, as well as enhance strategic industries. Meanwhile, Malaysia's military expenditure has been increasing year by year, particularly in the naval and air force sectors, as the government seeks to accelerate the modernization transformation of its armed forces. Malaysia's defense budget is expected to reach USD 5.2 billion by 2027.

Previous Edition Data

        The previous edition of LIMA delivered outstanding results: it welcomed 632 foreign delegations, 603 exhibitors, 402 high-level military delegations, and 46,233 professional visitors. A total of 119 aircraft participated in the event, alongside more than 90 maritime assets, with coverage from 100 media outlets. The exhibition featured participation from 52 exhibiting countries, including 10 ASEAN member states, 20 national pavilions, and 5 national aerobatic teams.
        The Chinese pavilion at the previous edition was led by China Electronics Technology Group Corporation (CETC), China Shipbuilding Industry Corporation (CSIC), China State Shipbuilding Corporation (CSSC), China National Aero-Technology Import & Export Corporation (CATIC), and the PLA Navy Frigate CNS Yueyang (575). Small and medium-sized enterprises showcasing surveillance unmanned helicopters also attracted significant attention, with numerous well-known Chinese enterprises in attendance, making the exhibition a vibrant and high-profile event.

Exhibition Scope
Sea, air, space, electronic and land weaponry and equipment; airborne platforms, systems and equipment; aircraft maintenance, services and equipment; aircraft systems, parts and components; airports and airport services; avionics; command and control systems; communications and data links; commercial aviation; commercial maritime; corporate and business aviation; cruise liners; data and intelligence systems; decoy systems; diving equipment; electronic warfare (EW) systems; ground control systems; ground support equipment; helicopters; imaging/surveillance systems; integrated combat systems; maritime patrol aircraft; maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO); MARPOL pollution control systems; missile/weapon systems; navigation systems and software; port authorities; port auxiliary services; port operators; propulsion systems; reconnaissance and search aircraft; reconnaissance and surveillance systems; radar; sensors; simulators and training equipment; simulation and training services; sonar; surface platforms, submarines and submersibles; satellite navigation; space technology; torpedoes; unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), unmanned surface vessels (USVs), unmanned underwater vehicles (UUVs), remotely operated vehicles (ROVs); underwater systems; weapons and sensors; border security inspection equipment and facilities; border security equipment; various types of security, emergency rescue and fire protection products.