Indian Ocean Defence & Security (IODS) 2024 was held from Wednesday 24 – Friday 26 July at the Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre and emerged as a landmark event; evolving into a platform of national significance with a global reach.

The event featured a significantly expanded industry exhibition and the unprecedented gathering of all three AUKUS nation naval chiefs for the first time in Australia, underscored the pivotal role it plays in reinforcing strategic partnerships and collaboration.

The remarkable growth of IODS 2024 highlights its transformation into a critical platform for defence dialogue, industry capability and innovation and firmly places it on the national and international defence calendar.