The Indian Naval Ship INS Kiltan recently docked in Singapore to take part in IMDEX Asia 2025, hosted at the Changi Exhibition Centre.
About IMDEX Asia (International Maritime Defence Exhibition)
- IMDEX Asia stands as one of the leading maritime defence exhibitions in the Asia-Pacific, held every two years in Singapore since its launch in 1997.
- The event provides a vital platform for navies, coast guards, and maritime defence industries to:
- Present the latest naval vessels and maritime systems.
- Introduce innovative technologies in maritime security.
- Participate in strategic-level discussions on defence and cooperation.
International Maritime Security Conference (IMSC)
- The IMSC is a central feature of IMDEX, first held in 2009.
- It is jointly hosted by the Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN) and the S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies (RSIS).
- This high-level conference convenes:
- Naval and coast guard leadership.
- Defence policymakers, strategic thinkers, and maritime stakeholders.
- Key themes include:
- Promoting collective maritime security.
- Enhancing maritime domain awareness.
- Developing collaborative strategies to address shared maritime threats and challenges.