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Expo Protection 2026

International exhibition for risk prevention and management, including security, fire safety, and occupational health.

Location
Paris, France
Venue
Paris Expo Porte de Versailles
Dates
November 18, 2026 – November 20, 2026
Estimated attendees
20,000

Expo Protection 2026 at a glance

Quick numbers to help you scope your booth strategy.

Days until show
150
Show length
3 days
Attendees per exhibitor
~29
Avg attendees / day
~6,667
Exhibitors
700
Cadence
Biennial

What to know about Expo Protection 2026

Expo Protection is France’s premier risk management event, uniquely splitting its floor plan between "Security/Fire" and "Occupational/Natural Risks." Unlike generic security shows, there is a heavy emphasis on health and safety (HSE), attracting a high concentration of institutional buyers and safety directors from large-scale European industrial sites.

Prioritize French Language Support

French is the primary language of business here; ensure at least one fluent French speaker is on your team to handle procurement discussions with local government and public sector entities.

Leverage the Innovation Awards

The "Innovation Awards" are a central feature; start the application process early as winning or being shortlisted significantly drives high-intent traffic to smaller booths.

Focus on Technical Demonstrations

While professional, the dress code is slightly less rigid than London or Frankfurt security shows; business casual is common, but high-quality technical demonstrations are expected over flashy marketing.

Utilize Off-Site Networking

The Porte de Versailles venue is integrated into the city; avoid expensive on-site catering and instead host local 'apéro' style networking at nearby bistros to build rapport with French clients.

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