Abu Dhabi / WAM BAE Systems is exhibiting a range of technologically enhanced defence solutions across land, sea, air and cyber. These technologies provide capabilities to provide sophisticated and resilient protection for people, national security, critical infrastructure and borders. “In addition to the advanced air, sea, land and cyber technologies, training is also something we’re showcasing, particularly relating to our ...

  Abu Dhabi / WAM DRS Technologies Inc. announced it has been awarded an Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quality contract (IDIQ) worth up to US$22 million by the US Navy for updated communications systems that allow ship commanders to securely share real-time tactical data. The initial five-year contract for the Link-11/Link-22 tactical data system is worth $9.3 million, with a second five-year ...

  Abu Dhabi / WAM Lockheed Martin is showcasing the latest advanced technology solutions at the International Defence Exhibition and Conference (IDEX 2017). The security and aerospace company will display its latest portfolio of products and solutions, from tactical aircraft to integrated air and missile defence. During IDEX, Lockheed Martin will host briefings on aeronautics and cybersecurity capabilities, unveil next-generation products ...

  Abu Dhabi / WAM The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) launched its new Strategic Plan 2016 – 2020, which defines the agency’s long-term vision and mission, five-year priorities, objectives, as well as the strategic initiatives that contribute to the Abu Dhabi Plan and the successful implementation of its priorities. Using the Abu Dhabi Environment Vision 2030 as a framework, ...

  Dubai / WAM The 13th International Property Show, supported by Dubai Land Department, is to be held from April, 2-4 at the Dubai International Convention Centre. The show is expected to attract both international and local companies, along with investors in the real estate industry. The 13th edition of the show will host many events and seminars to showcase global ...

  Dubai / WAM Dubai Customs’ Intellectual Property Rights Department (IPR) hosted a meeting for the Unified IPR Workforce, which coordinates activities among ministries and relevant authorities in the UAE. Yousef Ozair Mubarak, Director of the IPR Department, headed the meeting in Dubai Customs’ main building, in the presence of Abdullah Al Tillai of the Ministry of Economy, Mohammed Al Daleel ...

  Dubai / WAM The UAE will be participating in this year’s Outbound Travel Market (OTM) India’s largest travel trade show taking place from February 21-23 in Mumbai. The Ministry of Economy will organise a national pavilion under the theme Visit UAE which will feature exhibitors from more than 18 government entities and private sector representatives from the hospitality, tourism and ...

  Abu Dhabi / WAM Abu Dhabi Ship Building (ADSB) the construction, repair and refit services provider for naval, military and commercial vessels, has announced the launch of a 42m landing craft for the Kuwaiti Ministry of Defence as part of its order of eight naval vessels. A handing-over ceremony was held at ADSB’s headquarters in the Mussafah Industrial Area of ...

  Abu Dhabi / WAM The Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) on Sunday signed an agreement with the China National Petroleum Corporation (CNPC) awarding it an 8 percent interest in Abu Dhabi’s onshore oil concession. CNPC contributed a sign up bonus of AED6.5 billion (US$1.77 billion) to enter the concession. The onshore concession is operated by the Abu Dhabi Company ...

  HAMAM AL-ALIL / AP US-backed Iraqi forces launched a large-scale military operation on Sunday to dislodge IS militants from the western half of Mosul city, a battle that is expected to be prolonged and difficult due to a densely packed civilian population and older, narrower streets. In a briefed televised speech on state TV, Iraqi Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi ...