Ukrainian defense industry is becoming a top demand at international exhibitions: war test and demand for innovation
11 September 17:33
The Ukrainian military-industrial complex has now become a key player in the global arms market.
At international exhibitions, customers are primarily looking for Ukrainian products because they have been tested by war and have proven their effectiveness.
This was stated by Oleksandr Dubyna, Director of Military Armored Company (MAC) HUB, Ukrinform reports, "Komersant Ukrainian".
Key theses
- Demand for Ukrainian weapons
Oleksandr Dubyna, director of Military Armored Company HUB, said that Ukrainian defense products have become a top priority for visitors to international military exhibitions. - Reasons for the popularity
▸ Ukrainian weapons have been tested in the Russian-Ukrainian war.
▸ It combines innovation, mobility and relative cheapness of production without loss of quality.
▸ Products are created at a fast pace, often as a response to specific challenges at the front. - Examples of innovations
marine drones Katran, Magura, SeaBaby.
strike UAVs used to attack Russian oil refineries.
new types of weapons that can “surprise” the enemy. - Market trend
According to Dubyna, the world’s armies are looking for faster and cheaper solutions, and it is Ukraine that offers ready-made, battle-tested models.
It is worth reminding that Ukraine has already presented its defense products several times at major exhibitions, including IDEF-2025 in Istanbul.
Demand for Ukrainian weapons is growing amid intensifying global competition in defense technology.
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has adopted a separate procedure for using budget funds for the development of the defense industry, which allows for increased production.
The Ukrainian defense industry is turning from a domestic resource for the country’s defense into an export brand with global competitiveness. The war-tested approach and emphasis on rapid innovation build trust and create a unique niche in the arms market.
