After four days of exhibition, meetings and industry exchange, the first Balkan Shield – Defence Industry Expo & Summit concluded on 4 September at Zetra Olympic Hall in Sarajevo.

The inaugural edition welcomed 2,500 accredited visitors and 30 exhibitors from 15 countries, alongside 15 high-level international delegations. The event combined four exhibition days with a two-day conference programme featuring more than 30 expert speakers and discussions focused on the defence industry, technology, international cooperation and future development.

Throughout the event, GatherUp supported the digital experience through participant registration, the event website and mobile app, while providing organizers with a central platform for managing participants and event content.

The event may be over, but its digital content remains available. Visitors can explore the Balkan Shield exhibitor catalogue on the event website for an overview of the companies that took part in this year’s exhibition.

Following its first edition, Balkan Shield is set to return to Sarajevo in 2028, continuing its ambition to connect Bosnia and Herzegovina’s defence industry with international companies, institutions and partners.

We are glad to have supported the first edition of Balkan Shield and look forward to seeing the event develop in the years ahead.