8th edition of the NATO EOD Demonstrations and Trials
On October 08-09, 2025 the NATO Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Center of Excellence, with the support of the Slovak Republic's Ministry of Defense organized the 8th NATO Demonstration and Trials at Incheba Expo in Bratislava.
The biennial event, co-sponsored by NATO Defence Against Terrorism Programme of Work (DAT POW) established under the auspices of the NATO Innovation, Hybrid and Cyber Division, brought together EOD/IEDD experts, scientists, producers, industry, and SMEs. The event's main theme was " “EOD in NATO Multi-Domain Operations "
Over 570 registered visitors from 28 countries had the opportunity to see 53 exhibitors from 21 countries, 13 speakers, and 222 minutes of live demonstrations. During two days of static exhibition, Live Demonstrations and conference, honorable visitors were acquainted with the latest EOD technology achievements.
The event was inaugurated by 2nd State Secretary of SVK Ministry of Defence Mr. Martin Vojtašovič, Director of the NATO EOD COE, COL František Mihalovič and Managing Director at Incheba Expo Bratislava, Mr. Alexander Rozin.
We would like to express our gratitude to all distinguished guests, exhibitors, and presenters for their participation and we look forward to the next edition in 2027.
Text: LtC Witold PLEZIA, POL(A)
Photo: Jaroslav LACKO, SvK-CIV
