About International Drone Show
The International Drone Show (IDS) in Odense is Northern Europe’s largest UAS and C-UAS industry event. Held at Hans Christian Andersen Airport, IDS combines conference, exhibition, live demos and networking – bringing together industry leaders, innovators and decision-makers from across the global drone ecosystem. Save the date: 3–4 June 2026.
What can you expect from International Drone Show?
Gain new drone business insights and research knowledge while meeting and networking with international, private, and public drone stakeholders from the industry.
The International Drone Show (IDS) in Odense is Northern Europe’s largest UAS and C-UAS industry event – bringing together the global drone ecosystem, including end users, for two days of knowledge sharing, live demonstrations, and business opportunities.
IDS features drone demonstration flights, expert talks, conference sessions on key industry topics, and an elaborate exhibition showcasing the latest technologies and solutions. Combined with structured B2B matchmaking and curated side events, the show gives you the chance to meet the right contacts at the right time.
Each year, IDS attracts a growing international community of businesses, researchers, government stakeholders, end users and decision-makers – making it a true must-attend event for anyone working with UAS and C-UAS.
Set at Hans Christian Andersen Airport in Odense – a hub for advanced drone testing and BVLOS operations – and hosted by Odense Robotics and UAS Denmark, IDS offers a unique cross-disciplinary and collaborative environment in the heart of Denmark’s world-leading robotics cluster.
Beyond the exhibition and conference, IDS includes networking dinners, informal gatherings, and matchmaking events – ensuring participants can connect in both professional and relaxed settings.
Save the date for the next edition: 3–4 June 2026.
Our partners
International Drone Show is made possible by a joint effort by Odense Robotics and UAS Denmark Test Center with support from our partners.
About Odense Robotics
Odense Robotics is Denmark’s national cluster for robot, automation and drone technology. Our vision is to make Denmark an even bigger, better robot nation. We do this by accelerating innovation and sustainable development in the industry. We offer companies opportunities to develop innovative products and technologies, strengthen their foundation for growth, gain industry insights and increase their visibility. We do this through projects, networks and events – often in close collaboration with our many knowledge partners. Odense Robotics has its headquarters in Odense and regional hubs across the country in Aalborg, Aarhus, Copenhagen and Sonderborg.
About UAS Denmark Test Center
UAS Denmark Test Center is an unmanned systems technology test and development center in Odense, Denmark, and it is a collaboration between Hans Christian Andersen Airport, Odense Municipality and the University of Southern Denmark.
As one of few airports, they offer a large BVLOS (Beyond Visual Line of Sight) airspace over land and sea, available on a 24-hour notice. They work for flexible approval procedures, give feedback and advice on regulatory matters and offer access to local businesses and academic partners when needed. In other words: At UAS Denmark, they contribute to realising the full potential of drone technology for the benefit of society.
About Invest in Odense
Invest in Odense is a department at the municipality dedicated to investment promotion and economic development in Odense. They support companies and investors in identifying business opportunities in Odense. Their services are free of charge for all companies who want to establish or invest in Odense and are provided with full confidentiality.
As the leading experts on developing and implementing business opportunities in Odense and with a well-connected network in the city, they help you get the best possible start for success.
About Invest in Denmark
Invest in Denmark is your free and confidential gateway to setting up a business in Denmark – from entry to further expansion.
You can find them in central hotspots in Europe, North America and Asia as part of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Denmark. Here, you can find advisors with corporate backgrounds, industry insights and well-connected networks ready to advise you on every aspect of locating in Denmark.
In Denmark, their regional advisors, placed in Aalborg, Aarhus, Silkeborg and Odense, help you discover business opportunities in various Danish regions and ensure comprehensive access to local key clusters, academia and competences.
1000 +
industry stakeholders attended International Drone Show 2025
100
companies exhibited at the Show
65
speakers attended
125
people attended the pre-show event: Gateway to Europe
210
people attended the networking dinner
100
B2B matchmaking participants
92
B2B meetings
2
days
2
days