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Mid East Info
18-02-2025
- Automotive
- Mid East Info
EDGE and GM Defense to Jointly Explore Strategic Defence Opportunities - Middle East Business News and Information
EDGE, one of the world's leading advanced technology and defence groups, and GM Defense announced an agreement to assess projects focusing on light tactical vehicles for customers in the Middle East, Africa, Malaysia, and Indonesia. Under terms of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), GM Defense, a General Motors subsidiary, would work with NIMR Automotive, an arm of EDGE, on potential opportunities. The MoU signing, which was also attended by U.S. Ambassador to United Arab Emirates Martina A. Strong and Abri du Plessis, NIMR CEO, occurred at the International Defense Exhibition & Conference 2025, taking place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre. Khaled Al Zaabi, President – Platforms & Systems, EDGE Group said: 'This collaboration reflects a shared vision to unlock new possibilities in defence solutions. By uniting EDGE's regional insight, operational excellence, and established infrastructure with GM Defense's technical expertise and industry leadership, we aim to create a powerful synergy that will drive innovative projects and elevate operational capabilities across key markets.' 'This strategic agreement marks a significant step towards localising GM Defense's advanced capabilities and expanding GM's transformational technologies and investments into new global defence markets,' said GM Defense President Steve duMont. 'Together, we are poised to deliver advanced mobility solutions that offer exceptional performance, reliability and quality; enabling our customers to safely accomplish their mission.' IDEX Attendees can see GM Defense's Infantry Utility Vehicle in EDGE's outdoor stand CP-270. Additional technologies from EDGE and its portfolio of companies are located at EDGE stand C20 in Hall 5, while additional GM Defense technologies can be seen in booth 03-AO9, Hall 3. 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. About GM Defense LLC: GM Defense delivers integrated vehicles, power and propulsion, and autonomy and connectivity solutions to global defense, security and government markets. The exceptional reliability of GM Defense's technologies results from decades of proven performance and billions of dollars spent in independent research and development by its parent, General Motors, a world leader in global design, engineering and manufacturing capabilities.
Zawya
18-02-2025
- Automotive
- Zawya
EDGE and GM Defense to jointly explore strategic defence opportunities
Abu Dhabi, UAE– EDGE, one of the world's leading advanced technology and defence groups, and GM Defense announced an agreement to assess projects focusing on light tactical vehicles for customers in the Middle East, Africa, Malaysia, and Indonesia. Under terms of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), GM Defense, a General Motors subsidiary, would work with NIMR Automotive, an arm of EDGE, on potential opportunities. The MoU signing, which was also attended by U.S. Ambassador to United Arab Emirates Martina A. Strong and Abri du Plessis, NIMR CEO, occurred at the International Defense Exhibition & Conference 2025, taking place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre. Khaled Al Zaabi, President – Platforms & Systems, EDGE Group said: 'This collaboration reflects a shared vision to unlock new possibilities in defence solutions. By uniting EDGE's regional insight, operational excellence, and established infrastructure with GM Defense's technical expertise and industry leadership, we aim to create a powerful synergy that will drive innovative projects and elevate operational capabilities across key markets.' 'This strategic agreement marks a significant step towards localising GM Defense's advanced capabilities and expanding GM's transformational technologies and investments into new global defence markets,' said GM Defense President Steve duMont. 'Together, we are poised to deliver advanced mobility solutions that offer exceptional performance, reliability and quality; enabling our customers to safely accomplish their mission.' IDEX Attendees can see GM Defense's Infantry Utility Vehicle in EDGE's outdoor stand CP-270. Additional technologies from EDGE and its portfolio of companies are located at EDGE stand C20 in Hall 5, while additional GM Defense technologies can be seen in booth 03-AO9, Hall 3. 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. For more information, visit About GM Defense LLC GM Defense delivers integrated vehicles, power and propulsion, and autonomy and connectivity solutions to global defense, security and government markets. The exceptional reliability of GM Defense's technologies results from decades of proven performance and billions of dollars spent in independent research and development by its parent, General Motors, a world leader in global design, engineering and manufacturing capabilities. For more information, please visit or follow us on LinkedIn. For media enquiries, please contact: EDGE Group Press Office media@ Sonia Taylor Director of Communications GM Defense
Korea Herald
18-02-2025
- Business
- Korea Herald
Hanwha heir expands defense ties in Middle East
Vice Chairman Kim Dong-kwan discusses partnership with Edge CEO Faisal Al Bannai at IDEX 2025 Hanwha Group Vice Chairman Kim Dong-kwan met with Faisal Al Bannai, CEO of Edge, a United Arab Emirates defense conglomerate, at the International Defense Exhibition & Conference 2025 in Abu Dhabi, to discuss strategic partnerships in the defense, space and shipbuilding sectors. According to Hanwha on Tuesday, Kim, who leads the Korean conglomerate's defense, aerospace and energy businesses, discussed various defense export solutions such as local production of weapons systems and strengthening operation capabilities at IDEX on Monday. Officials from Hanwha and Edge also talked about how they can work together to develop different autonomous systems based on Hanwha's expertise in aerospace, mechanical and electronic device engineering. In particular, Hanwha said it proposed the establishment of uncrewed air defense systems in cooperation with Edge to bolster the protection level at nationally important facilities in the UAE. Through this, the Korean defense company will seek ways to expand business opportunities in the Middle Eastern and global markets. Hanwha underlined that there is a good chance of cooperation between the shipyards of Hanwha Ocean and Edge in the shipbuilding and maritime engineering sectors. 'This meeting is an important opportunity for Edge and Hanwha to discuss their visions to strengthen the national defense capabilities,' an EDGE official said. 'Both companies have the same goal of strengthening their respective countries' defense power and will further cement ways to cooperate.' On top of meeting with the Edge CEO, Kim plans to meet with officials from other global defense firms and the UAE government during this year's IDEX to seek better footing for Hanwha in the Middle East with its Long-range Surface-to-Air Missile as well as the K9 self-propelled howitzer. 'While solidifying the existing cooperation in the defense sector, we will expand ties in other areas such as shipbuilding, space and energy to contribute to not only both countries' security but also the development of the local economy,' said Kim.
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Korea Herald
17-02-2025
- Automotive
- Korea Herald
[Photo News] Kia's defense vehicles
Kia is showcasing its military vehicles at the International Defense Exhibition & Conference 2025 held in Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates from Monday to Thursday. The Korean automaker is displaying the Kia Medium Tactical Vehicle, Kia Light Tactical Vehicle and the Kia Tasman, the brand's first pickup truck, at the military exhibition this week. Kia said it plans to continue developing military-dedicated vehicles for safe transportation. (Hyundai Motor Group)
