With over four decades of hands-on experience in defence exhibition management, Commander AJB Singh is among India’s most experienced coordinators of international defence shows. His career spans senior roles at the Ministry of Defence — including Director of the Defence Exhibition Organisation — through to his current work facilitating Indian industry’s participation in major global platforms.
He brings what few consultants can: deep familiarity with government procurement processes, established relationships with exhibition organisers across five continents, and a working understanding of India’s evolving defence diplomacy objectives. For Indian defence manufacturers seeking global visibility, this combination is directly actionable.
Managing Partner, Xhibitions & events
Currently serving as India Coordinator for seven major international defence exhibitions spanning 2026–2027.
Ministry of Defence, Government of India
Led India's premier defence exhibitions including Aero India 2001 & 2003, and DefExpo 2002
Indian Navy (Retired as Commander)
Distinguished service including tenure with Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE)
Ministry of Defence
Organized MoD participation in various international exhibitions abroad
Since 2003, Commander Singh has built his consultancy and coordination practice, promoting well over 15 international defence exhibitions and establishing himself as a leading figure in connecting Indian defence industry with global opportunities.
Since 1994, organized Ministry of Defence participation in various exhibitions abroad. Key exhibitions where served as Nodal Officer/In-charge for the conduct of shows in India:
Commander Singh is the author of "Off the Cuff" - a collection of personal essays and stories that reflect his diverse experiences and observations.
Currently working on a second book that combines recent writings with earlier poems, continuing his literary journey alongside his professional work in defence exhibitions.
Commander Singh has maintained a remarkable 60-year passion for Omar Khayyam's Rubaiyat, having memorized all 75 quatrains from FitzGerald's first translation. This deep appreciation for classical poetry influences his creative projects and serves as a source of personal reflection throughout his career.
With a unique combination of military discipline, government experience, and private sector expertise, Commander Singh brings a strategic and relationship-driven approach to exhibition coordination.
His deep understanding of both Indian defence manufacturing capabilities and international exhibition platforms enables effective bridge-building between Indian companies and global opportunities.
His work incorporates current geopolitical developments and bilateral defence cooperation agreements, ensuring that promotional campaigns are contextually relevant and strategically aligned with India's defence diplomacy objectives.
