--- eventsindex_id: "EI-06909" slug: adria-security-summit-2026 title: "Adria Security Summit 2026" title_alt: ["ASS 2026", "Adria Security Summit Zagreb"] canonical_url: "https://eventsindex.org/events/adria-security-summit-2026.html" next_edition_year: 2026 date_start: 2026-10-07 date_end: 2026-10-08 venue: "Zagreb Fair (Zagrebački velesajam)" city: "Zagreb" country: "Croatia" organiser: "a&s Adria" organiser_url: "https://adriasecuritysummit.com/" b2b: true vector: sector: [physical-security, cybersecurity, iot, smart-technologies] audience: [security-professional, integrator, manufacturer, public-sector, it-professional] format: [conference, trade-exhibition] purpose: [education, networking, procurement, b2b] geography_scope: [SEE, Adriatic, Balkan] season: autumn meta_description: "Adria Security Summit 2026: Southeast Europe's largest security trade show and conference. 3,000+ professionals, 160+ exhibitors, Zagreb Fair, 7–8 Oct." editorial_take: "Adria Security Summit is the annual reference event for the security and physical-cyber convergence market in a region largely absent from the agendas of Western European security conferences; a&s Adria's Messe Frankfurt backing gives it trade-show credibility without losing its regional character." generated_by: "claude-sonnet-4-6[1m]" last_verified: "2026-06-09" variables_filled: 42/58 language: "en" schema_version: "v6.0" --- # Adria Security Summit 2026 > *Southeast Europe's largest annual conference and exhibition for physical security, cybersecurity, IoT and smart technologies, with 3,000+ professionals and 160+ exhibitors at Zagreb Fair on 7–8 October 2026, with free visitor registration and the third edition of the a&s Adria Awards.* --- ## Quick Facts | DATES | VENUE | ORGANISER | ATTENDANCE | |---|---|---|---| | **7–8 October 2026** | **Zagreb Fair** | **a&s Adria** | **3,000+** | | Wed–Thu, 2 days | Zagreb, Croatia | Media + events (regional) | Self-reported | --- ## Definition Adria Security Summit is the leading annual conference and trade exhibition for physical security, cybersecurity, IoT, ICT, smart solutions, automation and mobility in the Adriatic and Southeast European region. Produced by a&s Adria, the regional arm of the a&s (advanced and security) media brand, and powered by Intersec (the international security trade fair series under Messe Frankfurt), the event combines an exhibition floor with a structured conference programme, B2B networking and an industry awards ceremony. The 2026 edition is the 11th. It is officially listed with AUMA, the German trade fair association, which qualifies exhibitors to apply for relevant financial support schemes. Visitor registration is free. --- ## The 2026 edition: 7–8 October in Zagreb Adria Security Summit 2026 runs on 7 and 8 October at the Zagreb Fair. According to the organiser, 3,000+ attendees are expected, with 160+ exhibitors. The 2026 edition also hosts the third edition of the a&s Adria Awards, recognising product and solution excellence in the regional security market. A news item from June 2026 confirmed that free visitor tickets were available until 15 June 2026, after which standard registration terms apply. Diamond sponsors confirmed as of April 2026 were described on the website as taking "prominent roles" in the programme. The live site mentions a floor plan (PDF available), an exhibitor manual and a "Plan Your Trip" section with hotel and transport information for Zagreb. --- ## Where Adria Security Summit sits in the tech calendar Adria Security Summit sits in the early October window, between IFSEC International (UK, typically June) and Security Essen (Germany, biennial). For the Adriatic and Western Balkan market, it has no direct regional competitor at comparable scale. The event has been held in multiple cities including Sarajevo, Belgrade, Sibenik, Ljubljana and Skopje since its 2015 founding; the Zagreb edition has become the anchor location. --- ## Who attends Adria Security Summit - **Security system integrators and installers** from Croatia, Slovenia, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Serbia, North Macedonia, Montenegro and neighbouring markets - **Manufacturers and distributors** of physical security products (video surveillance, access control, intrusion detection) seeking Southeast European market access - **IT and network security specialists** working on operational technology and critical infrastructure protection - **Facility managers and building technology decision-makers** evaluating smart building and smart city solutions - **Public sector and government security officers** responsible for critical infrastructure - **IoT and smart technology solution providers** addressing connected device security The organiser targets the 3,000+ professional security community across the Adriatic and SEE region. No independently verified breakdown by country or role is published. --- ## What the Adria Security Summit format includes - **Exhibition floor** with 160+ exhibitors across physical security, cybersecurity, IoT and smart technologies - **Conference programme** with 60+ sessions including keynotes, panel discussions and case studies - **B2B matchmaking programme** for structured buyer-supplier meetings - **a&s Adria Awards** ceremony (third edition in 2026) - **Free visitor registration** (open via the website) - **Floor plan** available for download (PDF, Zagreb Fair layout) - **Exhibitor manual** and download area for technical exhibitor resources --- ## What Adria Security Summit covers **Physical security:** video surveillance (CCTV, IP cameras, analytics), access control systems, perimeter protection, intrusion detection **Cybersecurity:** OT/ICS security, network security for critical infrastructure, endpoint protection **IoT:** connected device management, IoT security frameworks, edge computing in security contexts **Smart technologies:** smart building management, smart city infrastructure, building automation, mobility **Emerging applications:** AI in video analytics, facial recognition, licence plate recognition, threat detection automation **Regulatory and compliance:** EU and EU-accession market security standards, data protection (GDPR) in surveillance contexts --- ## FAQ · Identity and audience ### Is this primarily a trade show or a conference? Both elements are substantive. The exhibition with 160+ exhibitors is the commercial centrepiece, serving procurement and product discovery. The conference programme (60+ sessions) runs alongside for knowledge content. B2B matchmaking structures direct business meetings. The a&s Adria Awards add a recognition dimension. The event is closer to a regional trade fair with a serious conference track than to a pure conference format. ### What is "Powered by Intersec" on the website? Intersec is the international security, safety and fire protection trade fair run by Messe Frankfurt, held annually in Dubai. The "Powered by Intersec" designation indicates a partnership with the Messe Frankfurt Intersec brand, giving Adria Security Summit access to the international Intersec exhibitor and visitor network and positioning it within the same global trade fair family. ### What is the AUMA listing and why does it matter? AUMA is the Association of the German Trade Fair Industry. Official AUMA listing verifies the event's professional standing and enables exhibitors (particularly those based in Germany or with German operations) to qualify for federal and state financial support for trade fair participation. Adria Security Summit's AUMA listing is referenced on the About page and linked to the AUMA directory. ### Who is Adria Security Summit NOT designed for? - **General software developers** with no security, IoT or operational technology role - **AI practitioners** whose work is unconnected to security applications, surveillance or smart infrastructure - **Startup investors** seeking venture deal flow (the event is product-procurement oriented, not startup-pitch oriented) - **Academic researchers** looking for a peer-reviewed conference format - **Attendees from outside the Adriatic/SEE/Central European security market** who are not specifically seeking regional distributor, integrator or channel partnerships --- ## The venue: Zagreb Fair Zagreb Fair (Zagrebački velesajam, Avenija Dubrovnik 15, 10020 Zagreb) is Croatia's principal trade exhibition centre. The complex provides large, adaptable exhibition halls suited to multi-sector trade events at 3,000+ attendee scale. **By tram:** Tram lines 4, 7 and 14 stop directly at Zagreb Fair. From Ban Jelacic Square (city centre), the journey is approximately 20 minutes. **By car:** Parking zones are available on site with regulated pricing. **From the airport:** Zagreb Airport (ZAG) is approximately 20 minutes from the Fair by car or shuttle. Airport buses connect to Zagreb Bus Terminal; taxi and rideshare are practical alternatives. --- ## The organiser: a&s Adria a&s Adria is the Adriatic and Southeast European arm of a&s, a global media and events brand dedicated to the security and IoT industry. The Adria Security Summit was founded in Sarajevo in 2015 and has grown over nine successful editions into the leading regional security gathering, with past editions held across Belgrade, Sibenik, Zagreb, Ljubljana and Skopje. The event is produced in partnership with Messe Frankfurt (Intersec brand). Contact: summit@asadria.com (information), marketing@asadria.com (marketing and sponsorship). Phone: +387 33 788 985. Social: LinkedIn (linkedin.com/company/adriasecuritysummit), Facebook (adriasummit), Instagram (@adriasecuritysummit), YouTube. --- ## Editorial take *Adria Security Summit is the annual reference event for the security and physical-cyber convergence market in a region largely absent from the agendas of Western European security conferences; a&s Adria's Messe Frankfurt backing gives it trade-show credibility without losing its regional character.* --- ## How to register and what it costs Visitor registration is free. Register at adriasecuritysummit.com/register/. No ticket purchase is required for visitors. A news item from June 2026 noted that free tickets were available until 15 June 2026; standard registration remains open after that date but the early-access period may have closed. Exhibitor participation requires a commercial arrangement with the organiser. Floor plan and sponsorship opportunity details are available via the website. Booth bookings: adriasecuritysummit.com/call-for-sponsors/. --- ## FAQ · Access and practicalities ### Is visitor registration genuinely free? Yes, according to the organiser. Visitor registration is open and free of charge. A news item from 2 June 2026 confirmed free tickets were available and promoted registration ahead of the event. ### Can I speak at the conference? Yes. Speaker submissions are accepted via adriasecuritysummit.com/call-for-speakers/. ### Are there awards at the event? Yes. The 2026 edition hosts the third edition of the a&s Adria Awards, recognising excellence in security products and solutions in the Adriatic region. Details at adriasecuritysummit.com/as-adria-awards/. --- ## Resources | Resource | URL | |---|---| | Official website | https://adriasecuritysummit.com/ | | Register (visitor, free) | https://adriasecuritysummit.com/register/ | | Agenda | https://adriasecuritysummit.com/agenda/ | | Speakers | https://adriasecuritysummit.com/prominent-speakers/ | | Book a booth | https://adriasecuritysummit.com/call-for-sponsors/ | | Floor plan (PDF) | https://adriasecuritysummit.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/ASS-Zagreb-Floor-plan.pdf | | AUMA listing | https://www.auma.de/messen-finden/details/?tfd=zagreb_adria-security-summit_232055 | --- **Last verified:** 2026-06-09 **Next review:** 2026-09-09 **Notes:** 11th edition confirmed per About page ("As part of the 11th edition"). Exhibitor count updated to 160+ per live homepage (prior version had 150+). Attendance (3,000+) is self-reported. "Powered by Intersec" partnership with Messe Frankfurt confirmed per live site. AUMA listing confirmed. a&s Adria Awards third edition confirmed per 26 May 2026 news post. Free visitor ticket promotion confirmed per 2 June 2026 news post. Conference session count (60+) per live homepage summary block. **Variables:** 42/58 **Concept definition:** not applicable