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14 American Companies Present the Best of U.S. Industry Innovation and Collaboration at Premier Maritime Defense Exhibition in the Middle East 

Waldwick, NJ, USA & Doha, Qatar – January 7, 2026 — Kallman Worldwide is proud to organize the U.S. industry presence at the 9th edition of the Doha International Maritime Defence Exhibition and Conference (DIMDEX 2026). Recognized as one of the world’s leading maritime security and defense events, DIMDEX will convene global military officials, government representatives, and industry leaders to explore the latest innovations shaping naval and maritime security. 

Fourteen American companies will exhibit within the USA Partnership Pavilion at DIMDEX 2026, demonstrating U.S. industry’s commitment to international defense cooperation, advanced technology, and long-term partnerships in the Middle East and beyond. Spanning approximately 2,000 square meters, the Pavilion will feature expansive exhibit space alongside dedicated communal areas designed to foster collaboration and relationship-building.

The Pavilion represents companies from eight U.S. states—California (CA), Florida (FL), Louisiana (LA), Maryland (MD), Michigan (MI), New Jersey (NJ), Texas (TX), and Virginia (VA)—and showcases capabilities ranging from aerospace and autonomous systems to secure communications, maritime platforms, and space-based intelligence.

USA Partnership Pavilion Exhibitors at DIMDEX 2026 include:

  • Boeing
  • EFJohnson, a JVCKENWOOD Company
  • General Atomics Aeronautical
  • General Dynamics Land Systems
  • Hawkeye 360
  • Kallman Creative Services
  • Kallman Worldwide, Inc.
  • L3Harris Technologies, Inc.
  • Leonardo DRS
  • Lockheed Martin
  • Metal Shark Boats
  • Planet Labs
  • RTX
  • Shield AI

EFJohnson, a JVCKENWOOD Company; Hawkeye 360; Metal Shark Boats; and Planet Labs will be exhibiting at DIMDEX for the first time, underscoring the continued expansion and diversification of U.S. participation at the show.

The Pavilion will host an Opening Ceremony at DIMDEX 2026 on Monday, January 19, from 1:30 – 2:00 PM. The ceremony will be held in The Meeting Point | Booth #H6-121A. VIPs from the U.S. government, international delegations, and global defense industry leaders will come together for brief remarks followed by a ceremonial ribbon cutting to officially open the USA Partnership Pavilion at DIMDEX. The event will celebrate American innovation, international collaboration, and the long-standing partnerships fostered through trade. The event is open to the public and press.

Lockheed Martin and General Dynamics Land Systems are sponsors of the Opening Ceremony, supporting one of the Pavilion’s most anticipated networking and ceremonial moments. Lockheed Martin is also a sponsor of the Meeting Point for the USA Partnership Pavilion.

The USA Partnership Pavilion reflects Kallman’s nearly six decades of experience supporting U.S. companies in global markets. Kallman continues to connect American exhibitors with decision-makers and partners worldwide across defense, aerospace, maritime, and security sectors. Kallman has participated in the show five times, during past editions in 2016, 2018, 2022, 2024, and now 2026.

To connect with U.S exhibitors before, during, and after the show, visit Sourcehere.com, the official digital directory for the USA Partnership Pavilion. Sourcehere can be used to learn more about exhibiting companies, pre-arrange meetings, and browse a large repository of products and services from exhibitors.