Africa Pavilion at XPONENTIAL Europe 2026
Show your drone and robotics tech to serious European buyers over three focused days in Düsseldorf.
No payment until your space is confirmed. Four spaces available.
Africa’s first shared Pavilion at XPONENTIAL Europe. Four exhibitor spaces available because of stand layout. Open to qualified companies across the continent ready to expand into European and global markets.
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2025 at a Glance:
Help African drone and robotics companies meet buyers, partners, and investors in a high-traffic, structured environment.
Who You Meet at XPONENTIAL Europe
XPONENTIAL Europe attracts decision-makers who actively evaluate new platforms, partners, and technologies.
Why the Africa Pavilion exists
African companies are building strong products and services, yet European exhibitions rarely reflect that reality.
In 2025, African presence at XPONENTIAL Europe reached only 0.28% of exhibitors. Meanwhile, European and global firms continue asking for:
The Pavilion simplifies access for buyers and reduces the burden on individual African teams by offering a shared, centralised point of engagement.
What the Pavilion solves
If this sounds familiar, the Pavilion is built for you
Many African founders share similar experiences at international exhibitions:
The Pavilion addresses these issues by helping you:
What exhibitors receive
Each exhibitor gets a complete package designed for visibility, meetings, and structured follow-up.
Stand presence
- ✓ Placement inside a high-traffic shared Pavilion
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Branded exhibitor zone suitable for:
- Screen demos
- Hardware display
- Focused buyer meetings
- ✓ Shared Pavilion branding that highlights Africa as a partner hub
- ✓ Listing on XPONENTIAL exhibitor materials under Africa Pavilion, where applicable
Marketing and visibility
- ✓ Full exhibitor profile in the Pavilion magazine and digital catalog
- ✓ Inclusion in Africa-focused promotional content before and after the show
- ✓ Visibility across ADF channels leading up to the event
- ✓ Optional add-ons (interviews, video highlights) if sponsor-supported
Business development support
- ✓ Goal-setting and strategy call with the ADF team
- ✓ Review of messaging, pitch, and offer sheet
- ✓ Guidance on preparing a meeting-ready deck or one-pager
- ✓ Support from ADF staff on meeting coordination and introductions where possible
- ✓ Access to Pavilion networking reception with invited partners and stakeholders
- ✓ Shared meeting area for deeper discussions
- ✓ Consolidated lead sheet for all Pavilion exhibitors
- ✓ Short recap call to map priority follow-ups
- ✓ Inclusion in Pavilion impact report shared with partners and stakeholders
Best Fit for 2026
Companies that typically get the most value from the Pavilion include:
- → Hardware, platform, or component developers with partner-ready products
- → Software teams offering autonomy, analytics, fleet management, or workflow tools
- → Training organisations focused on pilot training or workforce capability
- → Consultants and integrators supporting OEMs or enterprise deployments
- → Firms preparing for assembly, maintenance, or specialised ops in African markets
Helpful indicators you're a good fit:
- – Paying clients or real deployments
- – Clear pricing and commercial offer
- – A representative who can attend all three days
If your company is very early-stage or unable to travel, you may get more value from applying in 2027. If unsure, you can still submit—ADF will advise.
Your Investment Includes
Pavilion Stand Build
Complete stand construction with shared branding and professional setup
Branded Exhibitor Zone
Dedicated space with your company branding and materials
Marketing & Catalog
Feature in Pavilion magazine and digital exhibition catalog
Pitch Preparation
One-on-one meeting prep and pitch review with ADF team
On-Stand Support
ADF personnel available throughout the exhibition
Networking Reception
Exclusive Pavilion reception with partners and stakeholders
Lead Capture System
Consolidated lead sheet with all Pavilion contacts
Key Dates
Submit your application before this date to be considered for the four available spaces
Selected exhibitors will be notified and onboarding process starts
Three days of meetings, demos, and networking at Messe Düsseldorf
Pavilion Layout & Experience
The Pavilion is designed for clarity, visibility, and focused conversations
Four Exhibitor Zones
Dedicated spaces with clean, professional branding for each company
Demo Screens
Large displays for product demonstrations and presentations
Meeting Areas
Tables and seating for private buyer conversations and negotiations
Secure Storage
Safe storage for materials, hardware, and equipment throughout the event
Apply for the Africa Pavilion
Complete the short form below. ADF will follow up with next steps.