--- eventsindex_id: "EI-01913" slug: expert-security title: "Expert Security" title_alt: ["Expert Security Kyiv", "EXPERT SECURITY Ukraine"] canonical_url: "https://eventsindex.org/events/expert-security.html" next_edition_year: 2027 date_start: "2026-05-26" date_end: "2026-05-28" venue: "International Exhibition Centre (IEC)" city: "Kyiv" country: "Ukraine" organiser: "International Exhibition Centre Inc. (IEC)" organiser_url: "https://www.iec-expo.com.ua/en/" b2b: true vector: sector: [defence] audience: [government, industry, security, procurement] format: [exhibition, conference] purpose: [business, networking, procurement, innovation] geography_scope: [regional] season: spring meta_description: "Expert Security, 26-28 May 2026, IEC Kyiv. Annual international security exhibition covering physical security, CCTV, AI systems, cyber and defence tech." editorial_take: "Running inside an active war zone, Expert Security is a uniquely stark illustration of the demand that conflict generates for security technology -- and a direct procurement channel for Ukrainian security operators." generated_by: "claude-max-cowork" last_verified: "2026-06-10" variables_filled: 30/58 language: "en" schema_version: "v6.0" --- # Expert Security > *Expert Security is an annual international trade exhibition for security and protection technologies, held at the International Exhibition Centre (IEC) in Kyiv, Ukraine. The 2026 edition took place from 26 to 28 May 2026 and is the most recent completed edition; the next edition is expected in 2027. The exhibition covers physical security systems, access control, CCTV and video analytics, cyber security, fire protection, AI-based security solutions and increasingly defence-adjacent technologies, with a target audience spanning Ukrainian and international security businesses, law enforcement and public-sector end users.* --- ## Quick Facts | DATES | VENUE | ORGANISER | ATTENDANCE | |---|---|---|---| | **26-28 May 2026 (past)** | **IEC, Kyiv** | **International Exhibition Centre Inc.** | **not disclosed** | | 3 days, annual | Kyiv, Ukraine | Public exhibition venue operator | Exhibitor count not disclosed | --- ## Definition Expert Security is an annual international trade fair for the security industry held at the International Exhibition Centre (IEC) in Kyiv, Ukraine. The show brings together manufacturers, distributors, integrators, end users and public authorities active in physical and cyber security, surveillance, access control, fire protection and related sectors. The 2026 edition ran from 26 to 28 May 2026 and is classified as past at the time of this record's creation (10 June 2026). No visitor or exhibitor statistics for the 2026 edition have been published at the time of verification. The next edition is expected in spring 2027; an exact date has not been confirmed. ## History and origin Expert Security has been organised at the IEC Kyiv, Ukraine's largest exhibition venue, for several years. The exhibition positions itself as a platform enabling the Ukrainian state to strengthen public security through industry engagement, technology transfer and expert dialogue. In the years following 2022, when Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine, the continued operation of Expert Security took on heightened significance: running a professional security exhibition in an active conflict environment signals both institutional resilience and a concrete, war-driven demand for the technologies on display. Participation by international brands such as Hikvision, Dahua, Ajax Systems, Bosch, Trend Micro and Fortinet at previous editions reflects Ukraine's pre-existing integration into the global security supply chain. ## The 2026 edition: security exhibition in wartime The 26-28 May 2026 edition proceeded as scheduled at the IEC Kyiv. No post-event figures were available at the time of record creation. The preliminary exhibitor list for 2026 was published on the official website ahead of the show. The exhibition continued to cover both physical security (perimeter protection, CCTV, access control, biometrics) and technology-driven domains (AI-based analytics, robotic systems, specialised communications and cyber security), reflecting the convergence that has accelerated since 2022 between civilian security and military-adjacent dual-use capabilities. ## Where Expert Security sits in the defence calendar Expert Security is primarily a security-industry event rather than a military defence exhibition. Its geographic position -- Kyiv, Ukraine -- and its wartime context give it a dimension that no comparable Western-European security show shares: procurement decisions made here respond directly to real and ongoing operational demand. For foreign exhibitors, it serves as a market-entry point for the Ukrainian security and defence supply chain. Within the annual regional calendar, it complements larger events such as MSPO (Kielce, September) and the various Central and Eastern European security exhibitions. ## Who attends Expert Security The target audience combines: companies engaged in design, installation, integration and sale of security systems; security service companies; security managers at private enterprises in critical sectors (energy, banking, transport, retail); top state officials and local authorities responsible for public security investments; representatives of law enforcement agencies and special services; and individuals seeking home or personal security products and services. International manufacturers and distributors use the show as an access point to the Ukrainian market. ## What the Expert Security format includes The exhibition is a floor-based trade fair format with stands, product demonstrations and live system presentations. Workshops and presentations form an integrated programme element, providing practical implementation guidance on security technologies. The show does not operate a large separate conference structure; content is delivered primarily through exhibitor-led demonstrations and organised workshops on the show floor. ## What Expert Security covers Core product and technology categories include: video surveillance and CCTV; access control and biometric identification; alarm and intrusion detection systems; perimeter security; fire detection and protection; robotic and unmanned security systems; specialised communications devices; AI-based security analytics; cyber security software and services; and digital identification solutions. ## The 2026 edition in numbers *(organiser-declared)* | | | |---|---| | Edition dates | 26-28 May 2026 | | Venue | IEC Kyiv (Brovarskyi Ave. 15) | | Duration | 3 days | | Visitor figures 2026 | not disclosed | | Exhibitor count 2026 | not disclosed | | Preliminary exhibitor list | published (expert-security.com.ua) | --- ## FAQ - Identity and audience ### Is Expert Security open to the general public? The show targets professional visitors but is not entirely closed to individuals with a personal security interest. The official profile statement includes "people interested in the security of their property" as part of the intended audience alongside professional categories. In practice the show is primarily B2B in character. ### Is it safe to attend an exhibition in Kyiv during the ongoing conflict? The International Exhibition Centre (IEC) and Expert Security's organiser have continued to operate the show during the conflict period. Attendees should consult current travel advisories issued by their national foreign ministry before planning travel to Ukraine, and should follow all IEC venue security protocols on-site. ### What language is the exhibition conducted in? The show is conducted primarily in Ukrainian and Russian, with an English-language version of the official website available. International exhibitors and visitors communicate largely in English; simultaneous interpretation is not disclosed as a standard feature. --- ## The venue: International Exhibition Centre (IEC), Kyiv The International Exhibition Centre (IEC) is located at 15 Brovarskyi Avenue (Brovarskyi prospekt), Kyiv, Ukraine. It is one of the largest exhibition complexes in Eastern Europe. Public transport: Livoberezhna metro station (Kyiv Metro Line 1, Sviatoshynsko-Brovarska/Red Line) is 7 to 9 minutes on foot from the IEC entrance. From central Kyiv the journey takes approximately 10 minutes by metro. Boryspil International Airport is located approximately 27 km from the IEC; ground transport takes 30 to 45 minutes depending on conditions. ## The organiser: International Exhibition Centre Inc. (IEC) The International Exhibition Centre Inc. is both the venue operator and the organiser of Expert Security. Contact details published on the official exhibition website: tel/fax +38 (044) 201-11-64; email expert@iec-expo.com.ua. The IEC operates a portfolio of trade fairs and exhibitions across multiple sectors at its Kyiv venue. --- ## Editorial take *Running inside an active war zone, Expert Security is a uniquely stark illustration of the demand that conflict generates for security technology -- and a direct procurement channel for Ukrainian security operators.* --- ## How to register and what it costs Registration and participation information is available at expert-security.com.ua/en/. Specific visitor ticket pricing was not publicly stated on the website at time of verification. Exhibitor participation terms and regulations are published at expert-security.com.ua/en/exhibitors/regulations.html. International companies wishing to exhibit should contact the organiser directly. ## FAQ - Access and practicalities ### What are the opening hours? At the 2022 edition (the most recent for which precise hours were published), the show ran 10:00-18:00 on the first three days and 10:00-16:00 on the final day. 2026 hours were not confirmed at time of verification. ### Are there visa requirements? EU citizens and citizens of many other countries do not require a visa to enter Ukraine for short stays. Requirements vary by nationality; consult the relevant Ukrainian embassy or consulate and current national travel advisories before travel. ### Are there air-raid shelter procedures at the IEC? The IEC Kyiv operates under Ukrainian wartime emergency protocols. Visitors should familiarise themselves with venue safety procedures and shelter locations on arrival. Monitoring of public emergency alert channels is advisable during a visit to Kyiv. --- ## First time at Expert Security? How to prepare - **Check travel advisories before committing.** Kyiv is an active conflict zone. Consult your national foreign ministry travel advisory and register your presence with your embassy before departing. The IEC and the show have operated during the conflict, but the security environment can change rapidly. - **Plan transport from the airport and city centre carefully.** Boryspil International Airport to the IEC is approximately 27 km; expect 30-45 minutes by taxi or transfer. Livoberezhna metro station is 7-9 minutes on foot from the IEC and provides the fastest connection from central Kyiv. - **Download the exhibitor list before arrival.** The preliminary list is published on expert-security.com.ua ahead of the show. Prepare a prioritised list of exhibitor stands to visit, as the show lacks a large conference programme and most productive engagement happens directly at stands. - **Bring business cards in Ukrainian or in English.** Ukrainian is the working language on the floor; English is used for international interactions. Russian-language materials are no longer the standard for Ukrainian professional events. - **Account for schedule flexibility.** Operating in a wartime environment means that air-raid alerts can interrupt show hours. Build flexibility into your agenda and be prepared for periods spent in the venue shelter. --- ## Resources | Resource | URL | |---|---| | Official website | https://expert-security.com.ua/en/ | | Exhibitor list 2026 | https://expert-security.com.ua/en/exhibitors/uchasnikien-2026.html | | LinkedIn | not disclosed | | X | not disclosed | | Register | https://expert-security.com.ua/en/ | | Programme | not disclosed | --- **Last verified:** 2026-06-10 **Next review:** 2027-02-01 **Notes:** The 2026 edition (26-28 May 2026) is past at time of record creation. No post-show visitor or exhibitor statistics were available as of 10 June 2026. The official website's English-language section was only partially updated at time of fetch (homepage showed a 2022 banner); the 2026 preliminary exhibitor list and the mvc-expo.com.ua listing confirmed the show took place as scheduled. Next edition expected spring 2027; no date confirmed. All figures marked not disclosed reflect genuine absence of published data. **Variables:** 30/58 **Concept definition:** applicable