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EDGE, one of the world's leading advanced technology and defence groups, announced its first major order from the UAE Armed Forces for the locally-manufactured REACH-S fixed-wing UAV. Announced at the Dubai Airshow, the order to supply 100 REACH-S is the first of its kind for the for UAE-made fixed-wing drones. ADVANCED CONCEPTS, a business unit within EDGE dedicated to the design and development of innovative technologies, is currently developing the REACH-S in line with end users’ requirements. ADASI, an EDGE entity which designs and develops autonomous systems, will oversee the production and deliver the contract to the UAE Armed Forces.

EDGE Group secures major contract for REACH-S drones

EDGE will provide the medium-altitude long-endurance (MALE) REACH-S unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) for enhanced surveillance missions.

The UAE’s EDGE Group, one of the world’s leading advanced technology and defence groups, has announced the acquisition of a 52% majority shareholding in Anavia, a Switzerland-based company that specialises in the design, development, and manufacturing of versatile vertical take-off & landing (VTOL) systems of up to 750 kilograms, and their associated capabilities. The move will see EDGE become a market leader in this highly-specialised domain.

EDGE Group acquires a majority stake in Swiss drone company Anavia

Air / By Defence Industry Europe

The UAE’s EDGE Group, one of the world’s leading advanced technology and defence groups, has announced the acquisition of a 52% majority shareholding in Anavia.

Escribano Mechanical & Engineering, a Spanish defence company, has announced the sale of 516 Guardian 30 remote weapon stations (RWSs) to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Army. The deal follows a previous order for over 800 small-caliber weapon stations in 2019.

Escribano signs contract for remote weapon stations with UAE Army

Land / By Defence Industry Europe

Escribano Mechanical & Engineering, a Spanish defence company, has announced the sale of 516 Guardian 30 remote weapon stations (RWSs) to the UAE Army.

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has selected the Israeli developed Spyder air defence systems for its immediate air defence needs. The initial contract is valued at $460 million.

UAE selects Rafael’s Spyder for its air defence programme

Land, Top / By Defence Industry Europe

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has selected the Israeli developed Spyder air defence systems for its immediate air defence needs.