The UAE Navy has contracted with French company, Exail, a global leader in robotics systems, to supply UMIS 3rd generation unmanned integrated Mine Countermeasures system, which aims to provide advanced capabilities for remote mine clearance.

On the occasion, Jérôme Bendell, Exail Maritime Business Line CEO, stated: “We are proud to have been selected by the UAE Navy amongst a very tough international competition to supply the latest Mine Countermeasures clearance system. This will enhance their capabilities at sea and meet their needs and efforts in the field of mine clearance and further strengthen ties and strong relations with the UAE, a valued client since 2004.”

Exail is a leading high-tech industrial group specializing in cutting-edge robotics, maritime, navigation, aerospace and photonics technologies. With a strong entrepreneurial culture, Exail delivers unrivaled performance, reliability and safety to its civil and defense clients operating in severe environments. From the deep sea to outer space, Exail expands their capabilities with a full range of robust in-house manufactured components, products and systems.

Employing a workforce of 1500 people worldwide, the company benefits from a global footprint and conducts its business in over 80 countries.

Exail was formed by ECA Group and iXblue joining forces in 2022. It is a subsidiary of Groupe Gorgé, a family-owned company specialized in high-technology.