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thyssenkrupp Marine Systems Hands Over Third MEKO Frigate to Egyptian Navy
2023-12-16 Read More...
In a festive ceremony held in Bremerhaven on 15 December, thyssenkrupp Marine Systems handed over the frigate “AL-QADEER” to the Navy of the Arab Republic of

KAI Participated in EDEX 2023 to Boost Partnerships with Egypt
2023-12-10 Read More...
Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) participated in the Egypt Defence Expo (EDEX 2023) which took place in Cairo from 04-07 December with the aim to boost partnerships with the Arab Republic of Egypt, as the country’s

Arquus Reaffirms its Industrial Cooperation Capabilities at EDEX 2023
2023-12-07 Read More...
Arquus is participating at Egypt Defense Expo (EDEX) taking place at the Egypt International Exhibition Centre (EIEC) from 04-07 December. Arquus is showcasing its entire range of vehicles specifically designed for defense and security

Nexter Showcases its Weapon Systems for the Egyptian Army at EDEX 2023
2023-12-05 Read More...
From 4 to 7 December 2023, Nexter is presenting its solutions at the EDEX 2023 exhibition in Cairo,

Boeing Showcases New Products & Confirms Commitment to Egypt at EDEX 2023
2023-12-03 Read More...
Boeing is showcasing its advanced range of defense technologies, products and service capabilities at this year’s Egypt Defence Expo (EDEX

3rd Edition of Egypt Defence Expo to Showcase Latest Global Military Advancements
2023-11-29 Read More...
Under the patronage of His Excellency Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, President of Egypt’s Arab Republic and Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, Egypt is set to host the 3rd edition of Egypt Defence Expo (EDEX), taking place from 4 to

EDGE to Strengthen Engagement with Egypt & MENA Markets at EDEX 2023
2023-11-27 Read More...
EDGE, one of the world’s leading advanced technology and defence groups, will amplify its presence in Egypt and North Africa by marking its second participation in the Egypt Defence Expo (EDEX 2023), the largest biennial

Fincantieri Signs 10-Year Support Services Contract for Egypt’s Two Fremm Frigates
2023-11-23 Read More...
Fincantieri has signed with the Armament Authority formally representing the Ministry of Defense of the Government of the Arab Republic of Egypt, a 10-year contract related to two Fremm vessels of

Commander of EU Naval Force Operation ATALANTA Pays First Visit to Egypt
2023-10-16 Read More...
For the first time, the Operation Commander (OPCDR) of European Union Naval Force (EUNAVFOR) Operation ATALANTA, Vice Admiral José M. Núñez Torrente, visited Egypt earlier this

First Egypt International Airshow to Take Place in September 2024
2023-10-06 Read More...
The inaugural edition of Egypt International Airshow 2024 is set to take place on 2-5 September 2024 at the new El Alamein International Airport, in one of Egypt’s most prominent new tourist

Northrop Grumman, Boeing, Huawei Join List of EDEX Sponsors
2023-09-20 Read More...
The Organisers of Egypt Defence Expo (EDEX 2023) announced that Northrop Grumman, Boeing and Huawei have joined the show as Gold, Silver and Silver sponsors

‘Bright Star 2023’ Joint Military Exercise Concludes in Egypt
2023-09-14 Read More...
The Egyptian Armed Forces announced that conclusion of “Bright Star 2023”, a joint military exercise that involves 8,000 troops from 34 countries, held at the Mohammed Najib Military Base from 31 August to 14 September

Egypt Hosts ‘Bright Star 2023’ Exercise with 8,000 Troops from 34 Countries
2023-09-03 Read More...
The Egyptian Armed Forces announced that the “Bright Star 2023”, a joint military exercise that involves 8,000 troops from 34 countries, will be held at the Mohammed Najib Military Base.from 31 August to 14 September

Tunisian Air Force Receives Eighth T-6C Texan II Trainer Aircraft
2023-08-15 Read More...
Textron Aviation Defense announced the arrival of the eighth Beechcraft T-6C Texan II aircraft in support of Tunisian Air Force pilot production at No. 13 Squadron at Sfax Air Base in

Pratt & Whitney to Launch New Manufacturing Affiliate in Morocco
2023-06-28 Read More...
Pratt & Whitney, an RTX business, announced it will launch an affiliate, Pratt & Whitney Maroc (PWM), in Casablanca, to manufacture detailed static and structural machined parts for various engine

Morocco Acquires Chinese ‘Red Arrow 9A’ Anti-Tank Missiles
2023-06-07 Read More...
Morocco has once again turned to China to bolster its military

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