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  Abu Dhabi / WAM His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister of UAE and Ruler of Dubai, and His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, have received heads of delegations participating in the 13th edition of the International Defence Exhibition ...

  Abu Dhabi / WAM UAE company, Siham Al Khaleej Technology (SAKT) together with Leonardo, the Italian high-tech company in aerospace, defence and security and MBDA, jointly owned by Airbus Group, Bae Systems and Leonardo, have unveiled a new combined Anti-Air and Anti-Surface Weapon System, SIHAM3, a naval defence system, at Navdex 2017. The companies say that the cost-effective weapons system ...

  Abu Dhabi / WAM NIMR Automotive, a subsidiary of Emirates Defence Industries Company (EDIC), has launched its newest vehicle line, the Rapid Intervention Vehicle (RIV) at the International Defence Exhibition and Conference 2017 in Abu Dhabi. During its unveiling, NIMR’s CEO Dr Fahad Saif Harhara said, “We have listened carefully to the special operations community and incorporated their combat experience ...

  Abu Dhabi / WAM Advanced Armour Engineering has announced plans to invest in the fabrication of armoured hulls from its manufacturing facility in the UAE, at the IDEX 2017. AAE is a British owned and managed steel fabrication company which specialises in subcontract steel processing of laser cutting, bending and welding of blast and ballistic steel components for Armoured vehicle ...

  Abu Dhabi / WAM ECA Group, a French conglomerate, has created a new subsidiary in Abu Dhabi named ‘ECA Middle East.’ The UAE and Abu Dhabi were selected to set up ECA Middle East for having historical and recent customers and many identified business opportunities, the company said, adding that several ECA Group systems are already in service in the ...

  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 ...