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Booth Builders for Land Forces

Presented in collaboration with the Australian Army, LAND FORCES 2018 is an international industry exposition to showcase equipment, technology and services for the armies of Australia...

Location
Melbourne, Australia
Venue
Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Center
Dates
September 9, 2026 – September 11, 2026

Land Forces at a glance

Quick numbers to help you scope your booth strategy.

Days until show
126
Show length
3 days
Cadence
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What most exhibitors get wrong at Land Forces

Three patterns we see in post-show debriefs — each one quietly burns 20–40% of a typical booth budget.

  • Mistake 01
    Buying square footage instead of impact

    A well-staffed 10x20 with a real demo outperforms a half-empty 20x20 every time.

  • Mistake 02
    Ignoring drayage & show services

    Services often add $4–9k on top of a booth quote — more in union cities. Budget line by line.

  • Mistake 03
    No lead qualification flow

    Badge scans are noise. Define one qualifying question and an agreed next step before the show.

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What to know about Land Forces

Land Forces is the premier land-based defense exposition for the Indo-Asia-Pacific, characterized by high-level military delegations and strict security protocols. The event focuses on sovereign industrial capability and procurement, attracting key decision-makers from the Australian Defence Force and international procurement agencies.

High-Security Environment and Protocol

Expect significant security screening for all booth staff and a high volume of uniformed military personnel and government officials visiting stands.

Focus on Sovereign Capability

The Australian Army and CASG prioritize 'Sovereign Industrial Capability,' so ensure your booth messaging clearly highlights local partnerships, local manufacturing, or Australian supply chain involvement.

After-Hours and On-Floor Networking

Many crucial discussions happen during official networking functions and on-floor receptions; ensure your senior management is present and briefed for high-level technical networking.

Heavy Equipment Coordination

Logistics for heavy vehicle or large hardware displays require early coordination with the MCEC and official freight forwarders due to strict floor loading and move-in schedules.

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