Foundation “Hemis-95”

Foundation “Hemis-95” is the Bulgarian non‑profit entity behind **HEMUS**, the country’s leading international exhibition for defence, security, and aerospace technologies. Established to support the modernization and global integration of Bulgaria’s defence industry, the foundation works closely with the Ministry of Defence, Ministry of Economy and Industry, and other governmental and industrial partners to stage a regular platform where domestic manufacturers meet international primes, suppliers, and delegations.

HEMUS has grown over multiple editions into a comprehensive showcase for defence products and services across land, air, naval, and cyber domains, as well as dual‑use technologies for civil security, border protection, and critical infrastructure. The exhibition typically features national pavilions, live demonstrations, business-to-government and business-to-business matchmaking, and specialized conferences that address procurement, innovation, and industrial cooperation.

Through this portfolio, Foundation “Hemis-95” positions Bulgaria as a regional hub for defence and security in Southeast Europe, attracting exhibitors and trade visitors from Europe, the Middle East, and beyond. The foundation’s value proposition lies in combining operational support from the International Fair Plovdiv with strong institutional backing, ensuring high-level delegations, focused professional attendance, and opportunities for technology transfer and offset arrangements.

By continuously updating its thematic scope to include emerging domains such as unmanned systems, cybersecurity, and border management, Foundation “Hemis-95” supports the long-term competitiveness of the Bulgarian and regional defence ecosystem while offering global suppliers access to public-sector customers and industrial partners in the Balkans and wider EU market.