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SOFINS 2025 Strategic Venue For Interaction Between Defense Industry and Special Forces in France.
From April 1 to 3, 2025, Camp de Souge in Gironde is hosting the 7th edition of SOFINS, the Special Operations Forces Innovation Network Seminar, organized by the Cercle de l’Arbalète. As a uniquely structured event in Europe, SOFINS brings together defense industry professionals, special operations personnel, and international delegations in a closed, human-scale format designed exclusively for professionals. Positioned at the intersection of operational experience and technological development, this event provides a rare environment for real-world testing, demonstration, and direct dialogue in realistic field conditions.
SOFINS catalyzes cooperation between industry and forces, highlighting France’s expertise in supporting special operations capabilities
SOFINS 2025 stands out for its ability to foster direct exchanges between technology developers and operational users from special forces. With 253 exhibitors participating this year, including key players in armaments, optronics, robotics, and tactical communications, the event offers a comprehensive overview of current solutions designed for special operations. Unlike traditional large-scale defense expos, SOFINS promotes a dynamic format in which companies can demonstrate their systems in action under realistic conditions, directly engaging with potential end users.
The presence of more than 40 foreign delegations and over 600 scheduled business meetings reflects the growing international interest in this format, which emphasizes practical engagement. Live trials allow for the assessment of equipment performance in operational scenarios, whether related to weapon systems, drones, vehicles, or advanced sensors. Immediate feedback from operators on-site contributes directly to the further development or adjustment of technologies.
SOFINS serves as a catalyst for cooperation between industry and forces, highlighting France’s expertise in supporting special operations capabilities. Companies ranging from major defense groups to smaller tech firms use this opportunity to present tailored solutions, often developed in close collaboration with field operators. SOFINS 2025 reaffirms its role as a practical and strategic platform dedicated to addressing the specific operational requirements of special forces.
Within the immersive environment of Camp de Souge, manufacturers can confront their systems with operational constraints, while special operations units gain insight into the latest tools and systems shaping future capabilities. Against the backdrop of increasing asymmetric and hybrid threats, SOFINS offers an effective space for anticipating needs, adapting solutions, and supporting operational readiness.