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Mid East Info
04-04-2025
- Business
- Mid East Info
EDGE Group Signs Agreement with Brazilian Naval Company EMGEPRON - Middle East Business News and Information
The new partnership outlines mutually beneficial technological solutions for developing, producing, and marketing defence and security products Rio de Janeiro, Brazil: EDGE, one of the world's leading advanced technology and defence groups, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Brazilian state-owned Naval Projects Management Company (EMGEPRON) at LAAD 2025 in Rio de Janeiro. The MOU will enable technical information exchange for the future development of weapons systems, including missiles, torpedoes and advanced high-precision devices for strategic military operations. EMGEPRON is a Brazilian state-owned enterprise linked to the Ministry of Defence. It manages complex projects and markets products and services for the naval sector of the Brazilian Defence Industrial Base. These include military vessels, naval repairs, onboard combat systems, artillery ammunition, oceanographic services, and logistical support. Tiago Silva, EDGE Group CEO for LATAM, said: 'This agreement marks a significant milestone for EDGE in the Brazilian market. EMGEPRON is a renowned and specialised company that will undoubtedly enhance EDGE's capabilities, future projects, and ongoing partnerships with other strategic stakeholders, including the Brazilian Navy.' The establishment of this MOU facilitates future discussions on how EDGE and Brazilian stakeholders can collaborate on strategic defence solutions produced in Brazil, with EMGEPRON serving as a technical partner for national defence companies in their exports to foreign governments. EMGEPRON's CEO Vice Admiral Amaury Calheiros, said: 'The collaboration between EDGE and EMGEPRON represents a unique opportunity to drive technological innovations and expand into the global market. This alliance will strengthen our commitment to providing high-quality solutions and will drive the development of future transformative projects.' 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.
Mid East Info
04-04-2025
- Business
- Mid East Info
EDGE Group Strengthens Regional Partnership with Indra at LAAD 2025 - Middle East Business News and Information
Both companies expand operations in Latin America, advancing defence and security projects with local governments Rio de Janeiro, Brazil:EDGE Group LATAM Office and Indra, a leading global Defence and Technology company, have announced a Regional Agreement at LAAD 2025, Latin America's largest defence and public security exhibition, currently taking place in Rio de Janeiro. The agreement builds on the PULSE joint venture, formalised by EDGE Group and Indra and officially signed last year in the presence of the Spanish Minister of Defence Margarita Robles. It aims to enhance cooperative engagements in the Latin American defence and security market. By consolidating their partnership, EDGE and Indra will deliver solutions for government and municipal clients, leveraging their advanced defence and security portfolios. This collaboration strengthens regional ties and reinforces their commitment to expanding strategic operations across Latin America. 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 Indra: Indra is a leading Spanish multinational and one of the foremost global defence, air traffic and space companies that, through technology, protects our current way of life and anticipates the needs of the future. Its committed team of experts, its in-depth knowledge of the business and the latest technologies, and its unique innovation and systems integration capabilities make it the trusted technology partner for key operations and digitalization for its customers around the world. Thanks to its leadership in major European programs and projects, as well as its spirit of collaboration and partnership strategy, it drives the industrial and innovative ecosystem in these sectors. The company is part of Indra Group, which posted revenues totalling €4.843 billion in the 2024 fiscal year, with a local presence in 49 countries and business operations in over 140 countries.
Al Etihad
03-04-2025
- Business
- Al Etihad
EDGE, SIATT, Brazilian Navy advance to next phase in development of MANSUP-ER anti-ship missile
3 Apr 2025 18:55 RIO DE JANEIRO (WAM) EDGE, one of the world's leading advanced technology and defence groups, and SIATT advanced their strategic partnership with the Brazilian Navy by signing a licence agreement for the transfer of intellectual property ownership of the agreement was formalised during LAAD 2025, held at the Riocentro Exhibition & Convention Centre in Rio de the agreement, EDGE Group and SIATT, Brazil's leading smart weapons specialist, and an EDGE subsidiary, secure IP ownership of the launch tube and combat head of the MANSUP, Brazil's national anti-ship agreement also defines the production, commercialisation and royalty terms associated with the MANSUP missile and its extended-range variant, Torres, EDGE Group's Chief Financial Officer, said, "EDGE is confident that this milestone strengthens our commitment to advancing defence capabilities. Partnering with the Brazilian Navy and leveraging cutting-edge technologies such as MANSUP-ER, we can redefine strategic and operational readiness, offering more precise, efficient, and secure solutions to meet the challenges of the modern world."The contract marks a key development in EDGE's ongoing collaboration with SIATT and the Brazilian Navy. Following EDGE's acqusition of SIATT, the company announced a major expansion of its manufacturing capacity and secured two contracts to supply the MANSUP and MANSUP-ER to the Brazilian Navy and the Ministry of Defence of the United Arab EDGE is in negotiations with several potential customers for the long-range, surface-to-surface missile, which features adaptive sea-skimming capabilities, a 200 km range, inertial guidance, and active radar MANSUP solutions are undergoing intensive testing by the Brazilian naval fleet and are set to be integrated into the Tamandaré frigates by late 2025. Additionally, EDGE has signed a $300 million contract with the United Arab Emirates Armed Forces for MANSUP systems and is engaged in high-level negotiations with potential buyers across Africa, Asia and Latin America.
Al Etihad
03-04-2025
- Business
- Al Etihad
EDGE Group strengthens regional partnership with Indra at LAAD 2025
3 Apr 2025 17:32 RIO DE JANEIRO (WAM)EDGE Group LATAM Office and Indra, a leading global Defence and Technology company, have announced a Regional Agreement at LAAD 2025, Latin America's largest defence and public security exhibition, currently taking place in Rio de agreement builds on the PULSE joint venture, formalised by EDGE Group and Indra and officially signed last year in the presence of the Spanish Minister of Defence Margarita Robles. It aims to enhance cooperative engagements in the Latin American defence and security market. By consolidating their partnership, EDGE and Indra will deliver solutions for government and municipal clients, leveraging their advanced defence and security portfolios. This collaboration strengthens regional ties and reinforces their commitment to expanding strategic operations across Latin America.
Al Etihad
03-04-2025
- Business
- Al Etihad
EDGE Group signs agreement with Brazilian naval company EMGEPRON
3 Apr 2025 14:58 RIO DE JANEIRO (WAM)EDGE, one of the world's leading advanced technology and defence groups, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Brazilian state-owned Naval Projects Management Company (EMGEPRON) at LAAD 2025 in Rio de MoU will enable technical information exchange for the future development of weapons systems, including missiles, torpedoes, and advanced high-precision devices for strategic military is a Brazilian state-owned enterprise linked to the Ministry of Defence. It manages complex projects and markets products and services for the naval sector of the Brazilian Defence Industrial include military vessels, naval repairs, onboard combat systems, artillery ammunition, oceanographic services, and logistical Group CEO for LATAM, Tiago Silva, said, 'This agreement marks a significant milestone for EDGE in the Brazilian market. EMGEPRON is a renowned and specialised company that will undoubtedly enhance EDGE's capabilities, future projects, and ongoing partnerships with other strategic stakeholders, including the Brazilian Navy.'The establishment of this MOU facilitates future discussions on how EDGE and Brazilian stakeholders can collaborate on strategic defence solutions produced in Brazil, with EMGEPRON serving as a technical partner for national defence companies in their exports to foreign CEO Vice Admiral Amaury Calheiros, said, 'The collaboration between EDGE and EMGEPRON represents a unique opportunity to drive technological innovations and expand into the global market. This alliance will strengthen our commitment to providing high-quality solutions and will drive the development of future transformative projects.'
