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Zawya
27-03-2025
- Business
- Zawya
EPI, Lockheed Martin seal aerospace, defence partnership deal
UAE - EPI, the cornerstone of precision engineering in the UAE's aerospace, oil & gas, and defence industries, has announced that it has joined forces with Lockheed Martin, a global defence technology company, to boost collaboration on the aerospace and defence sectors. EPI, a major unit of Abu Dhabi-based advanced technology group EDGE, is a leading manufacturer of complex engineering components for the defence and aerospace sectors. Following their Letter of Intent (LoI) signing at IDEX 2025, the EPI team and a Lockheed Martin delegation from Abu Dhabi visited PZL Mielec, a major Polish aerospace facility owned by Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company. PZL Mielec, known as the largest Lockheed Martin production site outside the US, is one of Poland's most prominent aircraft manufacturers. The visit centred around discussions on combining EPI's advanced precision engineering capabilities, which include work on leading commercial platforms such as Airbus, Boeing, Dassault, and Leonardo, and PZL Mielec's significant defence aerospace expertise, said a statement from EPI. The two parties explored opportunities for subcontracting, outsourcing, knowlEdge sharing, and implementing advanced manufacturing techniques, it stated. According to EPI, the recent progress of the ongoing co-operation marks a commitment to sustainable industrial growth, workforce development and advancing global aerospace and defence capabilities. Together, Edge Group and Lockheed Martin aim to foster innovation, expand industry capacity, and reinforce the strategic roles of both organisations on the world stage. -TradeArabia News Service Copyright 2024 Al Hilal Publishing and Marketing Group Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Trade Arabia
26-03-2025
- Business
- Trade Arabia
EPI, Lockheed Martin seal aerospace, defence partnership deal
EPI, the cornerstone of precision engineering in the UAE's aerospace, oil & gas, and defence industries, has announced that it has joined forces with Lockheed Martin, a global defence technology company, to boost collaboration on the aerospace and defence sectors. EPI, a major unit of Abu Dhabi-based advanced technology group EDGE, is a leading manufacturer of complex engineering components for the defence and aerospace sectors. Following their Letter of Intent (LoI) signing at IDEX 2025, the EPI team and a Lockheed Martin delegation from Abu Dhabi visited PZL Mielec, a major Polish aerospace facility owned by Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company. PZL Mielec, known as the largest Lockheed Martin production site outside the US, is one of Poland's most prominent aircraft manufacturers. The visit centred around discussions on combining EPI's advanced precision engineering capabilities, which include work on leading commercial platforms such as Airbus, Boeing, Dassault, and Leonardo, and PZL Mielec's significant defence aerospace expertise, said a statement from EPI. The two parties explored opportunities for subcontracting, outsourcing, knowlEdge sharing, and implementing advanced manufacturing techniques, it stated. According to EPI, the recent progress of the ongoing co-operation marks a commitment to sustainable industrial growth, workforce development and advancing global aerospace and defence capabilities.
Mid East Info
25-03-2025
- Business
- Mid East Info
EPI and Lockheed Martin Join Forces to Strengthen Collaboration on Aerospace and Defence Manufacturing - Middle East Business News and Information
EPI, an EDGE Group entity, explores areas of collaboration with PZL Mielec, a Lockheed Martin company, to foster innovation and expand capabilities in aerospace and defence Abu Dhabi, UAE: Following their Letter of Intent (LoI) signing at IDEX 2025, EPI, the cornerstone of precision engineering in the UAE's aerospace, oil & gas, and defence industries, and a Lockheed Martin delegation from Abu Dhabi visited PZL Mielec, a major Polish aerospace facility owned by Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company. PZL Mielec, known as the largest Lockheed Martin production site outside the United States, is one of Poland's most prominent aircraft manufacturers. The visit centred around discussions on combining EPI's advanced precision engineering capabilities, which include work on leading commercial platforms such as Airbus, Boeing, Dassault, and Leonardo, and PZL Mielec's significant defence aerospace expertise. The two parties explored opportunities for subcontracting, outsourcing, knowledge sharing, and implementing advanced manufacturing techniques. The recent progress of the ongoing cooperation marks a commitment to sustainable industrial growth, workforce development, and advancing global aerospace and defence capabilities. Together, EDGE Group and Lockheed Martin aim to foster innovation, expand industry capacity, and reinforce the strategic roles of both organisations on the world stage. About EDGE: Launched in November 2019, the UAE's EDGE is one of the world's leading advanced technology groups, established to develop agile, bold and disruptive solutions for defence and beyond, and to be a catalyst for change and transformation. It is dedicated to bringing breakthrough innovations, products, and services to market with greater speed and efficiency, to position the UAE as a leading global hub for future industries, and to creating clear paths within the sector for the next generation of highly-skilled talent to thrive. With a focus on the adoption of 4IR technologies, EDGE is driving the development of sovereign capabilities for global export and for the preservation of national security, working with front-line operators, international partners, and adopting advanced technologies such as autonomous capabilities, cyber-physical systems, advanced propulsion systems, robotics and smart materials. EDGE converges R&D, emerging technologies, digital transformation, and commercial market innovations with military capabilities to develop disruptive solutions tailored to the specific requirements of its customers. Headquartered in Abu Dhabi, capital of the UAE, EDGE consolidates more than 35 entities into six core clusters: Platforms & Systems, Missiles & Weapons, Space & Cyber Technologies, Trading & Mission Support, Technology & Innovation, and Homeland Security.
Zawya
21-03-2025
- Automotive
- Zawya
Edge Group entity lands first P145i engine order for Adasi UAVs
Abu Dhabi-based Edge Group, a leading advanced technology and defence group, has announced that its key entities Powertech has secured its first order for the P145i combustion engine from Adasi, marking a significant milestone in its strategy to become a globally competitive original equipment manufacturer (OEM) of high-performance propulsion systems for defence and civil aerospace applications. The deal follows the engine's official debut at International Defence Exhibition and Conference (IDEX 2025) in Abu Dhabi. As per the deal, Powertech will supply Adasi with its advanced six-cylinder fuel-injection engine, designed to enhance the efficiency and performance of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and light aircraft. Engineered for superior reliability, fuel efficiency, and seamless integration with advanced aerial platforms, the P145i performs across diverse environmental conditions. Meanwhile, its lightweight design ensures greater operational flexibility, making it ideal for autonomous aerial platforms, it stated. This agreement marks a pivotal step in Powertech's long-term vision to establish its position as a global leader in reliable, purpose-built propulsion systems and solutions, designed to address the growing demand for advanced aero engines and support the accelerated advancement across the UAV and aerospace propulsion sectors. Julien Fabreguette, Senior Vice President of Industrial Strategy & Partnerships – Platforms & Systems, Edge, said: "This landmark order is a defining moment for Powertech and a testament to the strength of cross-complementary synergies within Edge Group. The P145i embodies our engineering excellence, offering a powerful and fuel-efficient solution for UAVs and advanced aerial platforms." "We are proud to support Adasi with cutting-Edge propulsion solutions that enhance its aerial capabilities and support its portfolio of autonomous systems," he added. Adasi CEO Juma Al Kaabi said: "As a regional leader in autonomous systems, Adasi is committed to equipping its platforms with the most advanced technologies to meet the evolving demands of modern defence operations." "Integrating Powertech's P145i engine into our platforms aligns with our mission to deliver superior UAV capabilities, ensuring enhanced performance, efficiency, and operational reliability. This partnership reinforces our commitment to offering our customers state-of-the-art solutions that ensure mission success," he added.- TradeArabia News Service Copyright 2024 Al Hilal Publishing and Marketing Group Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Trade Arabia
20-03-2025
- Automotive
- Trade Arabia
Edge Group entity lands first P145i engine order for Adasi UAVs
Abu Dhabi-based Edge Group, a leading advanced technology and defence group, has announced that its key entities Powertech has secured its first order for the P145i combustion engine from Adasi, marking a significant milestone in its strategy to become a globally competitive original equipment manufacturer (OEM) of high-performance propulsion systems for defence and civil aerospace applications. The deal follows the engine's official debut at International Defence Exhibition and Conference (IDEX 2025) in Abu Dhabi. As per the deal, Powertech will supply Adasi with its advanced six-cylinder fuel-injection engine, designed to enhance the efficiency and performance of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and light aircraft. Engineered for superior reliability, fuel efficiency, and seamless integration with advanced aerial platforms, the P145i performs across diverse environmental conditions. Meanwhile, its lightweight design ensures greater operational flexibility, making it ideal for autonomous aerial platforms, it stated. This agreement marks a pivotal step in Powertech's long-term vision to establish its position as a global leader in reliable, purpose-built propulsion systems and solutions, designed to address the growing demand for advanced aero engines and support the accelerated advancement across the UAV and aerospace propulsion sectors. Julien Fabreguette, Senior Vice President of Industrial Strategy & Partnerships – Platforms & Systems, Edge, said: "This landmark order is a defining moment for Powertech and a testament to the strength of cross-complementary synergies within Edge Group. The P145i embodies our engineering excellence, offering a powerful and fuel-efficient solution for UAVs and advanced aerial platforms." "We are proud to support Adasi with cutting-Edge propulsion solutions that enhance its aerial capabilities and support its portfolio of autonomous systems," he added. Adasi CEO Juma Al Kaabi said: "As a regional leader in autonomous systems, Adasi is committed to equipping its platforms with the most advanced technologies to meet the evolving demands of modern defence operations."
