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IDEX 2025: Edge Group expands aerospace portfolio with six new UAVs and collaboration agreements

Edge Group’s international partnership collaboration included Letters of Intent (LoIs) and agreements with US firm Lockheed Martin and multinational aerospace, defence and security company, Leonardo.
IDEX 2025: UAE’s Edge Group notches up $2.9 billion and two dozen agreements

The company cashed on its home ground advantage in Abu Dhabi last week with the launch of 46 products and solutions, while exhibiting a total of 218 items on its 9,000m2 stand, on which its range of subsidiaries were promoted and 16 contracts were signed.

Air Warfare

IDEX 2025: Aselsan plans further electro-optic systems’ flight tests for 2025

Aselsan CEO Ahmet Akyol confirmed that the tests for its TOYGUN and KARAT products would take place on a UAV platform as efforts continue to progress its “challenging” technology roadmap into 2025 and 2026.

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IDEX 2025: Hanwha looks to a proven template as it plans further international expansion

Hanwha Aerospace global defense CEO Michael Coulter was appointed to the seat just over two months ago. He sat down with Shephard at last week’s IDEX 2025 to outline his vision for how the company is looking to grow its footprint in the US and Europe.

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NAVDEX 2025: First of UAE Navy’s four Falaj-3 OPVs commissioned

The vessels were first discussed a full ten years before the commissioning ceremony, and three more are due within the next three years.

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IDEX 2025: Rafael increases missile and drone defence capability as threats and demands rise

Rafael president and CEO Yoav Tourgeman, speaking to Shephard at IDEX 2025, has outlined how the company is pushing through air defence programmes in the face of attacks on Israel from rockets, missiles and drones on multiple fronts.

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IDEX 2025: L3Harris Viper Shield “on timeline” as first upgrade customer launch targeted for mid-2025

18th February 2025

L3Harris’ Viper Shield, an all-digital, fully integrated electronic warfare system for the F-16, is aiming for deliveries by late-2025, as the company explores a variety of upgrade options to further futureproof the system.
Land Warfare

IDEX 2025: IAI pushes ahead with new systems as international interest is roused in Iron Dome

18th February 2025

Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) CEO Boaz Levy spoke to Shephard about the company’s decades-long development of it missile portfolio, at a time when countries around the world have been demonstrating a growing appetite in procuring national missile defence systems.
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IDEX 2025: NORINCO unveils SH16A artillery system for Middle East market

18th February 2025

NORINCO’s SH16A self-propelled howitzer combines mobility, protection and precision firepower. Its claimed uniqueness is debatable, however, given similarities to Germany’s RCH-155 which is already in production.
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IDEX 2025: Does this up-armoured T-90 tank mean Russia has learnt Ukraine war lessons?

18th February 2025

After significant losses of the T-90 main battle tank (MBT) in the Ukraine conflict, Russia's UralVagonZavod has developed and tested a series of upgrades to enhance the survivability of the platform, with the result on display in Abu Dhabi this week.
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IDEX 2025: DroneShield heralds “incredibly strong” start to 2025, as it works to overcome capacity challenges

18th February 2025

The Australian counter-UAS software and hardware provider is looking to significantly increase revenue and scale to match its growing sales footprint with customers across the globe.
Land Warfare

IDEX 2025: Could ST Engineering’s 120mm mortar be in the frame for UAE service?

18th February 2025

ST Engineering is working with Emirati company International Golden Group (IGG) to market its 120mm Ground Deployed Advanced Mortar System (GDAMS) in the region.
Naval Warfare

NAVDEX 2025: MAESTRAL JV wins €500 million UAE Navy support contract

17th February 2025

The major contract awarded at NAVDEX 2025 will steer fleet maintenance in the UAE Navy across the next five years.
Land Warfare

IDEX 2025: Milrem releases Havoc details and teases with news of another platform coming

17th February 2025

Milrem Robotics has focused on innovative tracked uncrewed ground vehicles in the past but is now developing a wheeled platform and is reaching out to find partners.
Land Warfare

IDEX 2025: FNSS rolls out new turret

17th February 2025

FNSS Savunma Sistemleri has unveiled the latest iteration of its TEBER-II turret at IDEX 2025, showcasing a remote-controlled version that enhances firepower while optimising vehicle space.
Land Warfare

IDEX 2025: NTGS ALAKRAN passes 300 sales with major Saudi Arabian order

17th February 2025

NTGS has integrated its ALAKRAN mortar carrier onto multiple platforms worldwide, with Saudi Arabia as its largest customer. The UK is exploring options for a 120mm system, while new ammunition developments enhance the platform’s effectiveness on the battlefield.
Air Warfare

IDEX 2025: Israel’s RT LTA Systems unveils new cellular communication system

17th February 2025

RT has developed the Skystar family of tactical aerostat systems that are capable of carrying payloads up to an altitude of 500m.
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IDEX 2025: Bombardier Defense eyes demand uptick with Challenger and Global platforms

17th February 2025

The Canadian jet manufacturer is anticipating a opening date for its new UAE service facility in the near future as well as getting ready to welcome its Global 8000 jet into service by the end of the year.
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IDEX 2025: Debutant vehicles announced as companies look for partnerships

17th February 2025

The International Defence Exhibition and Conference (IDEX) in UAE capital Abu Dhabi will bring together more than 1,300 exhibitors from more than 65 countries.
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IDEX 2025: AM General displays new JLTV A2 for first time as production begins

14th February 2025

Oshkosh Defense made the original Joint Light Tactical Vehicle (JLTV A1) and the new AM General JLTV A2 version on display at IDEX incorporates more than 250 changes.
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IDEX 2025: Industry poised to profit from Middle East air forces’ modernisation efforts

14th February 2025

Companies such as the Eurofighter consortium and Embraer, await potential orders from the Middle East, while countries including Saudi Arabia and the UAE work to add mass, modernise and replace ageing aircraft.
Land Warfare

IDEX 2025: Allen-Vanguard releases new radio-frequency core to defeat threats

14th February 2025

The new core comprises a customisable product-specific application interface card, which means users can detect, protect and defeat a wider range of threats.
Land Warfare

IDEX 2025: GM presents Next Generation Tactical Vehicle as testing drives changes

13th February 2025

Key features of the General Motors (GM) Defense Next Generation Tactical Vehicle (Next Gen) is its silent drive mode of operation, its low acoustic signature and its capability to have exportable power.
Land Warfare

IDEX 2025: Shifting sands – the Middle East’s defence landscape in flux (video)

13th February 2025

As Western influence wanes, Middle Eastern countries are leveraging defence modernisation to assert regional dominance, while global players such as China and Turkey seize new market opportunities. Sam Hart, Senior Land Analyst at Shephard Group, offers insights into how these developments are reshaping the region’s defence landscape.
Naval Warfare

IDEX 2025: Saab launches new Coast Control Radar to protect waterways

13th February 2025

According to Saab, the new radar will work to safeguard territorial waterways and maritime traffic, improving safety and security of vessels in key economic lifelines.
Air Warfare

IDEX 2025: Powertech takes Edge Group into the global propulsion market

13th February 2025

The new company will focus on aero engines and propulsion systems on the global market.