The most successful trade show focused on strengthening defense and security took place at the Brno Exhibition Centre. The 18th IDET international fair, together with the PYROS and ISET fairs, was a comprehensive showcase of new technologies and options for countering various security risks. This year, more than 650 exhibiting companies from 35 countries were featured and over 35 thousand visitors visited the fairs in the course of three days.

The new Czech Pandur 8x8 EVO vehicle, presented by Tatra Defence Vehicle, a CSG Group company, had its world premiere at IDET. It is not just a vehicle, but an entire modular platform with its own ecosystem, in the development and production of which the Czech Republic participates in more than two thirds. The symbolic christening was performed by the Czech Defence Minister Jana Černochová, who bravely hit the world's newest vehicle with a stream of champagne in front of a crowd of journalists.

The international trade fair for the woodworking and furniture industry, WOODTEC, is returning to the Brno Exhibition Centre. Next year, it will take place in October, concurrently with the MSV industrial fair and other technology fairs. The event is organized in cooperation with the Association of Manufacturers and Importers of Woodworking Machinery and Equipment.

The next edition of the OPTA trade fair will bring a fresh approach to its accompanying programme. OPTA FORUM will undergo both visual and content updates to better engage visitors.

The 30th edition of the OPTA trade fair will bring not only expert content and innovations from the industry, but also a stylish celebration. The traditional OPTA Party is getting a new backdrop this year and promises an even more memorable experience.

The fair for optical, optometric and ophthalmological professionals is celebrating 30 years. To mark the occasion, it is unveiling a fresh and modern look that reflects both the evolution of the field and the transformation of communication.

Kontakt-Kontrakt is a traditional matchmaking event that connects exhibitors and visitors with potential business partners from Czechia and abroad. Next year, this event will also take place at the AMPER trade fair.

French textile artist Anne from Nantes discovered art quilting in 2017 and has since devoted her life to creating expressive textile paintings. Her latest series, Anne de Bretagne and JS Bach, connects visual art with the rhythm and emotion of music.

A love of fabrics, yarns, threads, and colors led Andrea Landovská to study textiles and eventually to creating quilts in which the worlds of landscape, theatre, and her personal artistic journey intertwine.

The future of sustainable transport is taking on a new dimension. The AMPER trade fair has established a partnership with the leading Slovak technology portals mojelektromobil.sk and nearcharger.sk. Thanks to this cooperation, the AMPER E-MOBILITY 2026 section, which will be the 15th edition of the electric and hybrid mobility exhibition, will offer a significantly expanded program and new interactive services for visitors.

Weir Minerals will be presenting at the MINE & BUILD Brno 2026 trade fair with innovative solutions for the mining and construction sector.

The 22nd edition of Caravaning Brno opened in grand style, marking a record year for the popular event dedicated to caravanning, travel, and freedom on the road. With 200 exhibitors, six regions represented in the Travel Zone, and strong visitor interest, the atmosphere at the Brno Exhibition Centre was full of optimism and excitement.