Quick answer
Intersec Global 2027 takes place on 12 to 14 January 2027 at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC). If you are exhibiting with a custom stand, the design should be briefed now, submitted for organiser approval in early December and built in the days before the show. This guide gives you a short countdown, what makes a security show stand work, and a checklist.
Intersec Global 2027 at a glance
| Dates | 12 to 14 January 2027 |
| Venue | Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC), Dubai |
| Organiser | Messe Frankfurt |
| Show areas | National security and law enforcement, cybersecurity and resilience, surveillance and physical security, fire, rescue and emergency response, safety and wellbeing |
| 2026 edition | 1,180 exhibitors and 44,764 visitors from 151 countries, according to the organiser |
| Who can visit | Trade visitors only. Under-18s cannot enter the halls. |
Your countdown to January
With the show in mid-January, time is short for custom stands. A realistic plan from now:
| When | What to do |
| Mid to late November | Confirm stand size and goal, and brief the design: layout, product zones, demo screens, meeting room and storage. |
| Early December | Submit the stand design to the organiser for approval, following the exhibitor manual. |
| December | Production, graphics and service orders such as power, internet and rigging. |
| Late December to early January | Book staff, plan the demo schedule and confirm shipping of products for display. |
| Build days before 12 January | Stand build, power and AV checks, and a full walk-through. |
Remember that the year-end holiday period falls inside this window. Always follow the dates in the official exhibitor manual.
Exhibiting at Intersec 2027?
Send us your stand size and goals. Our Dubai team designs and builds your stand and replies within 24 hours.
What makes a security show stand work
- Show it working: live camera feeds, control room screens and hands-on product demos stop visitors more than posters.
- Clear zones: one area per product line, so buyers find what they came for quickly.
- A private meeting space: government and corporate buyers often want a quiet place to talk.
- Reliable power and internet: demos fail without them. Order early and test during build.
- Arabic and English: key messages and staff in both languages help regional buyers.
- Lead capture: decide how you will scan badges and follow up before the doors open.
Planning tips for Dubai World Trade Centre
- Traffic and access: DWTC is in central Dubai and busy during big shows. Plan arrival times for staff and deliveries.
- Hotels: January is a busy month in Dubai. Book rooms for your team early.
- Long days: three show days with build and breakdown either side. Plan shifts so the stand is never empty.
- Approvals: leave time for design changes requested by the organiser before production starts.
Intersec 2027 exhibitor checklist
- Stand size and location confirmed
- Goal for the show agreed
- Stand design briefed and approved
- Power, internet and rigging ordered
- Demo equipment and display products shipped
- Graphics ready in English and Arabic
- Staff and shifts planned
- Hotels and transport booked
- Lead capture method tested
- Follow-up plan ready for the week after the show
Frequently asked questions
When is Intersec Global 2027?
The organiser lists 12 to 14 January 2027 at Dubai World Trade Centre.
Is it too late to get a custom stand for January?
Not if you start now. Brief the design in November so there is time for organiser approval in December and production before the build days.
Who can visit Intersec?
It is a trade show, open to trade visitors only. Under-18s cannot enter the exhibition halls.
Can Eventia build our Intersec stand?
Yes. Our Dubai team designs and builds exhibition stands at Dubai World Trade Centre and can support your team on the show days.
Plan your Intersec 2027 stand with one team
Design, build, graphics, AV and on-site support in Dubai. Share your stand size and goals and we will send a proposal.
Sources: Intersec Global, planning and preparation and about Intersec Global, checked 13 November 2026.
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