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International Defence Industry, Technology & Security Conference Kicks Off in Abu Dhabi
The International Defence Industry, Technology and Security Conference (IDITSC) commences today at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC) under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, UAE Vice-President, Prime
UK, France Advance Future Cruise/Anti-Ship Weapon Project
The United Kingdom and France have confirmed the launch of the preparation works for the Future Cruise / Anti-Ship Weapon (FC/ASW) programme, after the signature today of a government agreement and associated contracts by the French Direction
UAE to Host First International Defense Industry, Technology & Security Conference
Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, United Arab Emirates Vice-President and Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, the Ministry of Defense (MoD) is proud to announce the hosting of the inaugural International
Naval Group Starts First Sea Trials of Last French FREMM Series
On February 22, 2022, Naval Group started the first sea trials of the FREMM DA Lorraine, an important step before the frigate's delivery. For several days, the eighth FREMM to be delivered to the French Navy and second with enhanced air defense
GA-ASi’s Avenger Pairs with Virtual UAS to Demo Autonomous Search & Follow
As part of the company’s commitment to develop advanced unmanned autonomy, General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) used a company-owned Avenger® Unmanned Aircraft System and five hardware-in-the-loop synthetic Avengers to autonomously
UAE to Acquire 12 L15 Chinese Light Attack Fighter Trainers
The UAE Ministry of Defense has announced its intention to sign a contract with China National Aero-Technology Import & Export Corporation (CATIC) for the purchase of 12 L15 aircraft, with the option for 36 additional aircraft of the same type
UMEX/SimTEX 2022 Conclude in Abu Dhabi with $548 Million Deals
Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, the fifth edition of UMEX & SimTEX 2022 concluded today at Abu Dhabi National Exhibition
U.S. to Design, Construct Kuwait Defense Ministry’s New Headquarters
The U.S. State Department has made a determination approving the potential Foreign Military Sale to the Government of Kuwait of Design and Construction of the Kuwait Ministry of Defense Headquarters Complex and related equipment for an estimated
Saudi Air Force Commander Attends UMEX/SimTEX Exhibitions in Abu Dhabi
Prince General Turki bin Bandar bin Abdulaziz, Commander of the Royal Saudi Air Force, headed a delegation of the Saudi armed forces to attend the exhibitions of unmanned systems UMEX 2022 and simulation and training SimTEX 2022 in Abu
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