During the IDEX show, Naval Group and EDGE Group have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore potential collaboration opportunities in Naval Combat Systems domain.

Through this MoU, Naval Group and EDGE are making a step foward by opening deep discussions to
explore cooperation between the two Defense leaders in the fields of Naval Combat Systems domain.

Hamad Al Marar, Managing Director & CEO, EDGE, said: “EDGE places tremendous focus on the development of sophisticated naval systems for national defence requirements in the UAE and for militaries overseas. This strategic collaboration with Naval Group is an important vehicle which will create valuable opportunities for us to hone our experience and expertise, and to expand into existing and untapped markets for commercial success and sustainable growth in our field.”

Pierre Éric Pommellet stated: “We are very honoured to have the opportunity to team up with EDGE and to pave the way for further cooperation. Naval Group has successfully delivered two GOWIND combat class ships to UAE Navy in 2023 and 2024 and entered into the National Combat Management System as a pledge of the UAE sovereignty. Now, together with EDGE, we wish to build a new foundation upon which Naval Group and EDGE wish to develop a new cooperation in the naval domain, to innovate and conquer new market shares together”.

Naval Group and the UAE Navy, a long-term relationship

Naval Group has a strong commitment in the UAE where it is established since 2010. We work at developing long-term partnerships that empower local industries, job creation, and facilitate the transfer of critical knowledge and technology. 

In the UAE, we have had the opportunity to contribute to localization through various initiatives such as the Gowind program, which involved extensive local participation and technological partnerships build in cooperation with company like EDGE.