Japanese Pavilion to Make a Debut at XPONENTIAL 2026 in Detroit

Japan Pavilion at XPONENTIAL 2026: A Historic Opportunity

From May 11 to May 14, 2026, Detroit will host XPONENTIAL 2026, an international exhibition for autonomous systems and unmanned technologies. This year marks a significant milestone for Japanese companies, as they will collaborate to set up the first Japan Pavilion at this esteemed event. This initiative aims to raise Japan’s profile globally and foster networking opportunities among participating companies.

Messe Düsseldorf Japan, located in Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, is spearheading this collaborative venture and has enlisted Space One, a company from Koriyama City, Fukushima, as its operational partner. Space One has a strong track record, having participated in this exhibition for three consecutive years.

An Invitation to Innovators

To kick off this exciting opportunity, Messe Düsseldorf Japan will be holding online informational sessions on October 6 and 9 at 6:00 PM (JST). These sessions are designed for companies interested in exhibiting at XPONENTIAL 2026 and will cover several essential topics including:

- Overview of XPONENTIAL
- Significance and benefits of the inaugural Japan Pavilion
- Recruitment guidelines (application criteria, costs, exhibition specifics, deadlines, schedules, etc.)
- Q&A segment for interested participants

The event is completely free, but prior registration is required. Companies wishing to attend will be provided with a unique viewing URL after signing up. The online sessions are expected to last approximately 30 minutes.

Elevating Japan’s Presence on the Global Stage

XPONENTIAL is known as one of the largest exhibitions dedicated to autonomous and unmanned systems, organized by AUVSI (the Association for Unmanned Vehicle Systems International) and Messe Düsseldorf North America. In 2025, over 500 companies participated, attracting more than 7,000 industry professionals. This year, the Japan Pavilion is expected to draw significant attention, following the success of large corporations like Amazon taking part in previous events.

The establishment of the Japan Pavilion will provide various advantages that are not achievable through individual booths. Attendees will benefit from increased foot traffic and exceptional networking opportunities with potential partners and clients. For those companies venturing into international exhibitions for the first time, the availability of packaged booths simplifies the preparation process tremendously.

Join Us in Showcasing Japan

Messe Düsseldorf Japan encourages companies interested in overseas trade shows to participate in this initiative. Join us as we aim to emphasize Japan's innovative spirit and contribute to the advancement of autonomous systems globally.

Key Details of Online Info Session

- Date and Time: October 6 and 9, 2025, at 6:00 PM
- Platform: Online via Zoom
- Target Audience: Companies eager to explore opportunities in overseas exhibitions.

Interested parties can sign up using the designated registration form. Ensure you don’t miss this chance to be part of an influential global platform.