There are very few drone shows in the U.S., and Commercial UAV Expo is the award-winning, vertical-based show you won’t want to miss.  In 2022, the show won a Fastest 50 industry award – demonstrating the explosive growth that the show and the industry are experiencing.  This year, with over 135 exhibitors already committed, the show is stacking up to be bigger than ever.

by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian M. Crosby

The Commercial UAV Expo, the world’s leading commercial drone trade show and conference, has announced that over 135 worldwide UAS companies have already signed on to exhibit at this year’s event. The conference and trade show will be held at Caesars Forum in Las Vegas from September 5th-7th, 2023.

“Following last year’s sold-out exhibitor floor, the demand for booth space is extensive. We’ve had to expand the exhibit floor to accommodate the significant growth,” said Lee Corkhill, Group Event Director at Diversified Communications, organizer of the event. “In fact, Commercial UAV Expo was just awarded ‘Fastest 50’ recognition from Trade Show Executive Magazine for 2022, honoring the fastest growing trade shows. Commercial UAV Expo ranked in all three categories: floor size, exhibiting companies, and attendance. Last year was indeed record-breaking, with over 230 exhibitors and more than 3,400 professionals from 60 countries and 48 US States. The numbers clearly show that the thirst for knowledge and connection is only growing as commercial UAS continues to expand.”

Over 250 exhibitors are expected to take part in this year’s event, coming from all corners of the industry to demonstrate the latest best-in-class solutions, drone technology, hardware, software, and services. Event attendees will be able to compare hundreds of solutions, speak with technical leads and current users, and determine which solutions are best suited to their needs. Through live demos, interactive displays, and informative presentations, companies will be showcasing drone solutions for a variety of industries, including Construction; Drone Delivery; Energy & Utilities; Forestry & Agriculture; Infrastructure & Transportation; Mining & Aggregates; Public Safety & Emergency Services; Security; and Surveying & Mapping.

Registration for the event will open this May.

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Ian attended Dominican University of California, where he received a BA in English in 2019. With a lifelong passion for writing and storytelling and a keen interest in technology, he is now contributing to DroneLife as a staff writer.