The Spanish Association of Technological Companies in Defense, Security, Aeronautics and Space (TEDAE), in collaboration with the Ministry of Defense and support from ICEX, has organized Spain’s Pavilion at FIDAE 2026 in Santiago de Chile, running through April 12.
The pavilion, located in Hall B at Stand 120, features 12 exhibitors displaying advanced technologies: Amper, Centum, CT Ingenieros, Destinus, Em&e Group, Europavia, Hisdesat, Instalaza, Grupo Oesía, Satlantis, Solarmems Technologies and Indra Group. This gathering underscores Spain’s capabilities in defense, security, aeronautics and space sectors at the key Latin American aerospace and defense fair.
During Spain’s Day event at the pavilion, Spain’s ambassador to Chile, Laura Oroz Ulibarri, described FIDAE as a hub for innovation and exchange, noting Spain’s contributions in technology and solutions through its companies. Héctor Casado, deputy to the Director General of Strategy and Innovation in the Defense Industry (DIGEID), stated, ‘A country’s defense is as strong as its defense industry.’ He also emphasized the role of SMEs in driving innovation, growth, development and internationalization.
The event drew institutional support from Casado and two delegations from the Spanish Air and Space Force, led by Lieutenant General Javier Hernández Antuña, Second Chief of Staff, and Lieutenant General Carlos Pérez Martínez, Chief of the Air and Space Force Logistics Support Command.