Abu Dhabi-UAE: 21 February, 2019 – The 2019 editions of the International Defence Exhibition (IDEX) and Naval Defence Exhibition (NAVDEX), held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE and Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, concluded today with deals worth AED20,053,699,941 inked by the UAE Armed Forces over the five days of the dual events. Over the duration of the exhibitions, 65 per cent of the deals were awarded to international companies, while the remaining 35 per cent were allocated to national companies.

His Excellency Staff Major General Pilot Faris Khalaf Al Mazrouei, Chairman of the Higher Organising Committee of IDEX and NAVDEX 2019, today headlined a press conference to announce the final numbers. The event drew the participation of His Excellency Major-General Staff Pilot Ishaq Saleh Al Balushi, Deputy Chairman of the Higher Organising Committee of IDEX and NAVDEX 2019, General Mohammed Al Hassani, Official Spokesperson of IDEX 2019, Naval Staff Colonel Fahad Nasser Saif Al Thehli, Official Spokesperson of NAVDEX 2019, Humaid Matar Al Dhaheri, Group CEO of the Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Company (ADNEC), and Saeed Al Mansouri, Director of IDEX.

The spokespersons for IDEX and NAVDEX 2019 announced deals valued at AED402,760,834 were inked on day five of the collocated events. National companies received 7 of the 14 deals, while the remaining 7 were awarded to international companies.

Speaking on the occasion, His Excellency Staff Major General Pilot Faris Khalaf Al Mazrouei, said: “Bringing together international and national decision-makers, experts and specialists, IDEX and NAVDEX 2019 further reinforced the UAE’s leading global status in attracting and hosting major defence and marine conferences and exhibitions.”

He added: “Under the guidance of the UAE’s wise leadership, both exhibitions demonstrated the nation’s best-in-class defence, security and military capabilities that seamlessly integrate the advanced technologies of the Fourth Industrial Revolution and artificial intelligence.”

Speaking on the transformations sweeping the defence and security landscape in light of the Fourth Industrial Revolution, and their impact on developing strategies that respond to future challenges, His Excellency Major-General Staff Pilot Ishaq Saleh Al Balushi said: “The IDEX and NAVDEX platforms have helped review and better understand the latest defence and security technologies. Through inking partnerships and deals with a number of major defence contractors and institutions, the UAE Armed Forces has reiterated its commitment to promoting international peace and security.”

For his part, Humaid Matar Al Dhaheri said: “ADNEC has played a crucial role in developing the meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions (MICE) sector in the UAE and the wider region. This is evident in the hosting and organisation of the distinguished defence and naval exhibitions over several years. In realising the objectives of the Abu Dhabi Economic Vision 2030, ADNEC’s world-class facilities, services and infrastructure supported the success of the latest editions that drew the participation of international, regional and local exhibitors.”

Al Dhaheri added: “Coinciding with the silver jubilee of IDEX, the current edition of both exhibitions witnessed record-breaking national and international exhibitors and visitors. Over the five days, IDEX and NAVDEX attracted more than 124,370 visitors, as well as 1,213 media representatives from 42 countries, or an increase of 16 per cent compared to the 2017 edition.”

To conclude, Al Dhaheri explained that bookings for the 2021 edition have already reached 70 per cent.

17 February, 2019 – Speaking at a press conference on day one of the International Defence Exhibition and Conference (IDEX 2019) and the Naval Defence and Maritime Security Exhibition (NAVDEX 2019),General Mohammed Al Hassani, Official Spokesperson of IDEX 2019, and Naval Staff Colonel Fahad Nasser Saif Al Thehli, Official Spokesperson of NAVDEX 2019, announced 33 deals worth more than AED4,971,082,582 billion.

National companies received 18 of the 33 deals, while the remaining 15 were awarded to international companies.

International companies:

1. A contract with the American company Raytheon to buy AED1,307,220,700 worth of Patriot missiles for the UAE Air Force and UAE Air Defence Force
2. Spanning two-years, an AED45,921,675 contract with the Russian Joint Stock Company for maintenance work and to buy Pantsir spare parts for the UAE Air Defence Force
3. A contract with the Russian Joint Stock Company to buy AED146,920,000 worth of EM150 Kornet missiles for the UAE Army
4. A contract with the Swiss company Rheinmetall worth AED6,836,400 for technical support in Skyguard air defence product for the UAE Air Force
5. An AED193,500,000 contract with French company Nexter Systems for technical support with Leclerc tanks
6. An AED86,000,000 contract with the French company Safran Electronics & Defense to buy spare parts and provide maintenance and repair works for Leclerc tank telescopes, as well as armoured PMP-3
7. An AED6,062,183 contract with the French company Thales Group to replace batteries and extend the life of mines
8. An AED50,320,100 contract with the Korean company Hanwha Group for the purchase of explosives and supplements to open loopholes in mine fields and sites of various types for the UAE Army
9. An AED204,857,534 contract with the Jordanian company King Abdullah II Design and Development Bureau to purchase missiles and training rounds for the UAE Army
10. An AED1,161,958,938 contract with the Australian company EOS Defence to purchase ground and naval systems particularly EOS RWS 30mm for the UAE Army, Navy, and Critical Infrastructure and Coastal Protection Authority
11. An AED38,700,000 contract with the German company Rheinmetall Electronics GmbH to provide technical support services for tactical engagement simulations
12. An AED77,003,636 contract with the American company HESCO to purchase defensive shelters for the UAE Army
13. An AED404,030,000 contract with the American company Lockheed Martin to add capabilities to the radar system for the UAE Air Force
14. An AED10,284,400 contract with the American company Paramount Logistic to purchase four Mbomb for the UAE Army
15. An AED127,085,800 contract with the Indian company Ordnance Factory to purchase ammunitions (155mm HE) and accessories (PRIMER M191-A2) for the UAE Army

Total contracts with international companies: AED3,866,701,366

National companies:

16. An AED55,512,000 with Al Fattan Ship Industry to purchase naval ships for the UAE Navy
17. An AED3,600,000 contract with Emirates Shooting Equipment to purchase electronic targets for the UAE Armed Forces
18. An AED4,210,000 contract with Al Fahad Security Systems to install and maintain security systems for the UAE Armed Forces
19. An AED80,000,000 contract with the National Factory for Safety and Security Products to purchase army footwear
20. An AED15,000,000 contract with Bin Hilal to provide technical support and spare parts for mine sweepers
21. An AED42,297,500 contract with the International Golden Group (IGG) to purchase ammunitions for the UAE Armed Forces
22. An AED95,000,000 contract with the International Golden Group (IGG) to supply and install electronic shooting systems for the UAE Armed Forces
23. An AED5,000,000 contract with the International Golden Group (IGG) for maintenance works on the central laboratory systems
24. An AED7,759,216 contract with NIMR for vehicle maintenance works for the UAE Armed Forces
25. An AED19,120,500 contract with Bermuda to purchase technical training equipment for medical personnel
26. An AED56,000,000 contract with Emirates General Transport for maintenance works, and provision of spare parts for UAE Armed Forces vehicles
27. An AED239,000,000 contract with Knowledge Point to provide specialised cadres and advisory services, as well as enhance capabilities for the UAE Armed Forces
28. An AED99,171,000 contract with Deena Shipping to purchase training ships and provide training services for the UAE Navy
29. An AED41,656,000 contract with Caracal International to buy sniper rifles and technical items for the UAE Armed Forces
30. An AED9,855,000 contract with Khalid Faraj Company for the provision of marine transport services, support services and spare parts
31. An AED300,000,000 contract with the International Golden Group (IGG) to supply military clothing, accessories, and related services for the UAE Armed Forces
32. An AED25,000,000 contract with Rohde & Schwarz to provide technical support by providing experts and technicians specializing in information technology
33. An AED6,200,000 contract with Trust to provide technical support services for the formulation and supply of spare parts of the Tatra and Hummer mechanisms

Total contracts with UAE companies: AED1,104,381,216 (1,2 billion Euro)

18 February – Speaking at a press conference on two of the International Defence Exhibition and Conference (IDEX 2019) and the Naval Defence and Maritime Security Exhibition (NAVDEX 2019), General Mohammed Al Hassani, Official Spokesperson of IDEX 2019, and Naval Staff Colonel Fahad Nasser Saif Al Thehli, Official Spokesperson of NAVDEX 2019, announced 24 deals worth AED7,019,428,577. The total value of contracts for day one and two of IDEX and NAVDEX 2019 is more than AED11.99 billion.

On day two of IDEX and NAVDEX 2019, national companies received 18 of the 24 deals, while the remaining 6 were awarded to international companies.

International companies:

1. A contract with the American company Raytheon to buy AED5,729,880,000 worth of rocket launchers for the Patriot system for the UAE Air Force and Air Defence
2. An AED1,093,478 contract with the Austrian company Sawi Electronic for the rehabilitation and upgrading of mines for the UAE Army
3. An AED12,000,000 contract with the Russian company JSC High Precision to provide spare parts and repair works on the Cornet system
4. An AED49,020,000 contract with the French company Thales Air Systems to provide technical support and supply equipment and spare parts for marine training simulators for the UAE Navy
5. An AED30,000,000 contract with the Finnish company Patria Factory to provide technical support for Patria units
6. An AED49,426,780 contract with the French company Renault Trucks to buy 30 Renault vehicles for the UAE Armed Forces

National companies:

7. An AED4,498,998 contract with Al Fahad Security Systems for the installation and maintenance works on security systems for the UAE Armed Forces
8. An AED6,208,000 contract with Abu Dhabi Autonomous to provide technical support services for the Presidential Guard’s video reception systems
9. An AED5,000,000 contract with Bin Hamoodah for maintenance and repair works and to provide spare parts
10. An AED4,929,998 contract with Ahmed Al Mazrouei company to provide services and install shooting targets for the Joint Air Command
11. An AED12,000,000 contract with Mableen to supply spare parts and equipment for the UAE Air Force
12. An AED407,770,000 contract with the International Golden Group (IGG) to supply light ammunition for the UAE Armed Forces
13. An AED7,000,000 contract with the Mohammed Abdulrahman company to provide maintenance services, spare parts as well as Caterpillar vehicles
14. An AED45,000,000 contract with Al Sahraa company to provide transportation services, forklifts, and equipment
15. An AED4,295,000 contract with Al Taif company to purchase light and medium ammunition
16. AED6,830,000 contract with EMARINE company to provide telecommunication services for signal defence
17. An AED69,000,000 contract with Emirates Defence Technology to provide technical support services for the maintenance and repair of machinery, as well as the supply of spare parts and artillery for all mechanisms of the UAE Armed Forces
18. An AED1,500,000 contract with Site Technology to provide maintenance for security systems and computer networks for the UAE Armed Forces
19. An AED140,000,000 contract with Rabdan Academy to establish a military qualifications centre (MQC)
20. An AED15,016,523 contract with Three Dimension Company for fitness centres for the UAE Armed Forces
21. An AED2,394,000 contract with Concorde Medical Waste company to provide services and treatment of medical waste
22. An AED395,000,000 contract with Injazat to provide telecommunications services and maintenance works on electronic software and devices for the UAE Armed Forces
23. An AED7,100,000 contract with Augusta West Aviation Services for the Joint Air Command’s BMS system
24. An AED14,465,800 contract with Droo Defence to purchase light and medium ammunitions for the UAE Armed Forces

Total value of contracts with UAE companies: AED1,148,008,319

19 February, 2019 – Speaking at a press conference on day three of the International Defence Exhibition and Conference (IDEX 2019) and the Naval Defence and Maritime Security Exhibition (NAVDEX 2019), General Mohammed Al Hassani, Official Spokesperson of IDEX 2019, and Naval Staff Colonel Fahad Nasser Saif Al Thehli, Official Spokesperson of NAVDEX 2019, announced 28 deals worth AED4,878,756,832. To date, the total value of deals announced at IDEX and NAVDEX 2019 accumulates to AED16.869 billion.

On day three of IDEX and NAVDEX 2019, national companies received 20 of the 28 deals, while the remaining 8 were awarded to international companies.

International companies:

1. A contract with the Jordanian centre King Abdullah for the purchase of AED64,652,329 worth of M / D missiles and binoculars for the UAE Armed Forces
2. An AED53,993,100 contract with the American company Environmental Tectonics to purchase and update equipment and training simulators at the UAE Air Force medical centre
3. An AED152,501,123 contract with the American company DigitalGlobe to provide space imaging services for the UAE Armed Forces
4. An AED5,500,244 contract with the American company Camber Corporation to provide advisory services for the UAE Chemical Defence Command
5. An AED60,874,893 contract with the Pakistani company Global Industrial and Defence Solutions to purchase ammunitions
6. An AED57,900,049 contract with the Russian company Joint Stock Company to purchase 100mm ammunitions for the BMP3 tanker for the UAE Army
7. An AED93,740,000 contract with the French company Thales to buy a Captas-type sonar for the UAE Navy
8. An AED25,711,000 contract with the Turkish company FNSS Savunma to supply spare parts and repair services for the M113 armoured personnel carrier

Total value of contracts with international companies: AED514,872,738

National companies:

1. A contract with Al Fahad Security Systems split into two tranches – AED4,979,000 for the Presidential Guard and AED1,995,000 for the UAE Armed Forces – to install security systems for the UAE Armed Forces
2. An AED24,000,000 contract with Al Jaber company to provide technical support services and supply spare parts for military vehicles
3. An AED14,870,730 contract with Al-Fattan company for the rental of marine equipment for the Critical Infrastructure and Coastal Protection Authority
4. An AED18,000,000 contract with Al Masaood company for maintenance and repair services, spare parts and tow services
5. An AED30,000,000 contract with Al Rumaithi company for the supply of spare parts, repair, technical consultations and training, as well as equipment for all units of the UAE Armed Forces
6. An AED4,782,191 contract with the company Atlas for the installation and maintenance of security systems for the UAE Armed Forces
7. An AED270,000,000 contract with the International Golden Group (IGG) to provide spare parts and maintenance for all units of the UAE Armed Forces
8. An AED28,525,200 contract with the International Golden Group (IGG) to buy thermal cameras for the UAE Army
9. An AED90,000,000 contract with Renk UAE to supply spare parts for Leclerc tanks
10. An AED20,000,000 contract with Central & Motors to buy tires for the UAE Armed Forces vehicles
11. An AED29,930,000 contract with Caracal to purchase arms and ammunitions (CAR 816 assault rifle – CP-320 caracal pistol 9mm – BARRETT sniper rifle 12.7 with accessories) for UAE Armed Forces
12. An AED70,000,000 contract with the Darwish bin Ahmed company to provide maintenance, technical and towing support as well as spare parts
13. An AED56,000,000 contract with Emirates General Transport to provide maintenance, repair and overhaul services
14. An AED60,000,000 contract with Etihad Ship Building to provide technical support and supply spare parts for boats and vessels for the UAE Navy
15. An AED26,460,636 contract with Al Hamra Trading to purchase control vehicles to remove munitions for the UAE Army
16. An AED34,893,500 contract with Star Satellite for the satellite communications system for the UAE Navy
17. An AED2,428,657,820 contract with Al Jasoor Heavy Vehicle for ARMA 8×8 armoured vehicle for UAE Army
18. An AED105,891,232 contract with Knowledge Point to provide specialised consultations to build and develop the capabilities of the UAE Armed Forces
19. An AED85,410,000 contract with the company Khalid Faraj to provide shipping services by chartering vessels for the Directorate of Joint Operations
20. An AED949,988,785 contract with Etimad to install a security system for the Critical Infrastructure and Coastal Protection Authority

Total value of contracts with UAE companies: AED4,363,884,094

20 February, 2019 – Speaking at a press conference on day four of the International Defence Exhibition and Conference (IDEX 2019) and the Naval Defence and Maritime Security Exhibition (NAVDEX 2019), General Mohammed Al Hassani, Official Spokesperson of IDEX 2019, and Naval Staff Colonel Fahad Nasser Saif Al Thehli, Official Spokesperson of NAVDEX 2019, announced 29 deals worth AED2,781,671,116. To date, the total value of deals announced at IDEX and NAVDEX 2019 accumulates to more than AED19.65 billion.

On day four of IDEX and NAVDEX 2019, national companies received 22 of the 29 deals, while the remaining 7 were awarded to international companies.

International companies:

1. An AED1,190,327,475 contract with the American company Kaman Precision to purchase FMU-152 for the UAE Air Force
2. An AED74,980,717 contract with the American company Alliant Techsystems to purchase a sensor system for the UAE Joint Air Command
3. An AED7,346,000 contract with the Russian company Joint Stock to upgrade BMP-3 tankers for the UAE Army
4. An AED516,000,000 contract with the French company Nexter Systems to provide technical support, supply spare parts, and technical repair services for Leclerc tanks
5. An AED45,746,582 contract with the French company Defence Conseil to provide French military personnel for technical advice and training as well as supply repair and maintenance services for the Leclerc tanks, armoured vehicles and field engineering units
6. An AED150,409,700 contract with the Colombian company Indumil to purchase MK-81 MK-82 type bombs as well as front and rear fuselage for the UAE Air Force
7. An AED9,155,000 contract with Ultra Electronics to buy encryption devices for the UAE Navy

Total value of contracts with international companies: AED1,993,965,474

National companies:

1. An AED6,613,750 contract with Al Fahad Security Systems to install security systems for the UAE Armed Forces
2. An AED4,636,800 contract with Al-Fattan company for the rental of marine equipment for the Critical Infrastructure and Coastal Protection Authority
3. An AED630,000 contract with Atlas Security for the installation of security systems for the UAE Armed Forces
4. An AED11,007,469 contract with the International Golden Group (IGG) to purchase navigation systems for NIMR vehicles for the UAE Armed Forces
5. A contract with the International Golden Group (IGG) split into two tranches – AED77,848,000 and AED17,006,685 for – to purchase light ammunitions for the UAE Armed Forces
6. An AED3,600,000 contract with Al Sahraa Group for transportation of units and merchandise
7. An AED45,000,000 contract with Emirates for Universal Tyres to provide technical support for UAE Armed Forces vehicles
8. An AED2,340,000 contract with Al Aberah Electrical to install security systems
9. An AED13,300,000 contract with Emirates Defence Technology to buy minesweepers for the UAE Armed Forces
10. An AED37,065,000 contract with Emirates Telecommunication to buy and install radio stations for signal defence
11. An AED44,705,000 contract with Gulf Aerospace to buy various ammunitions for the UAE Air Force
12. An AED17,700,000 contract with Rohde & Schwarz for maintenance services for UAE Armed Forces
13. An AED15,548,858 contract with Site Technology Limited for maintenance of electronic networks for signal defence
14. An AED20,000,000 contract with Tridles and Machine to provide technical support for maintenance and repair services as well as supply spare parts for the UAE Armed Forces units
15. An AED300,000,000 contract with Trust International to provide technical support for the BMP-3 armoured infantry fighting vehicle
16. An AED5,000,000 contract with Al Ain Fani Weapon to provide technical support for light weapons
17. An AED14,000,000 contract with the company Three Dimension for equipping and managing fitness centres for the National Service authority
18. An AED2,394,000 contract with the company Condor Medical Waste Treatment to provide services and treatment of medical waste
19. An AED80,000,000 contract with Knowledge Point to provide advisory services and prepare studies for the UAE Armed Forces
20. An AED25,310,080 contract with the company Khalid Faraj Shipping for the UAE Navy
21. An AED8,000,000 contract with Emirates Aviation to supply spare parts and repair radars for the UAE Air Force
22. An AED 36,000,000 contract with Emirates General Transport for vehicle rental services

Total value of contracts with UAE companies: AED787,705,642

21 february – An AED14,033,798 contract with the Jordanian company King Abdullah II Design and Development Bureau to purchase combat launchers for the UAE Armed Forces

1. An AED40,453,686 contract with the German company Rheinmetall Electronics to provide technical support services for tactical engagement simulations
2. An AED33,975,249 contract with the American company Lockheed Martin to provide technical support services and technicians for the repair and maintenance of rocket launchers (HIMARS)
3. An AED129,625,000 contract with the Russian company Joint Stock to purchase ammunitions for the UAE Army
4. An AED7,148,640 contract with the Swiss company INOVEX & Simulation to extend technical support and training for Leclerc tank simulators
5. An AED16,595,545 contract with the British company CBRNergetics Limited to purchase ammunitions for the UAE Army
6. An AED25,800,000 contract with the French company Cefa sas for the supply of spare parts, as well as provision of repair and maintenance services and technical consultations and training on ‘Cefa’ units

Total value of contracts with international companies on day five: AED267,631,918

Day-five national deals:

1. An AED30,000,000 contract the International Golden Group (IGG) to purchase 155mm ammunitions for the Chinese-made AH4 artillery weapon for the UAE Army
2. An AED16,500,000 contract with Al Fahad to install and provide maintenance works on security systems for the UAE Armed Forces
3. An AED4,800,000 contract with Al-Fattan company to rent a floating dock for the UAE Navy
4. An AED4,929,800 contract with the company Emirates Shooting to improve the efficiency of flash targets
5. An AED3,499,116 contract with the company Trust to purchase control vehicles for the UAE Army
6. An AED15,400,000 contract with the company Three Dimension for fitness centres
7. An AED60,000,000 contract with the company Knowledge Point to provide specialised cadres

Total value of contracts with UAE companies on day five: AED 135,128,916

(Fonte: comunicato Ministero della Difesa EAU)