Launched in November 2019, EDGE is a leader in supplying advanced military technology solutions for defence applications. The company drives the development of sovereign capabilities for global export while safeguarding national security.
Working with frontline operators and international partners, the Group adopts advanced technologies including autonomous capabilities, cyber-physical systems, advanced propulsion systems, robotics and smart materials.
EDGE has an aggressive product development roadmap built on a strong industrial blueprint, leveraging Industry 4.0 manufacturing and the latest technologies in the air, land, sea, cybersecurity, electronic warfare, and space domains.
About EDGE
With over 35 entities and more than 17,900 employees, EDGE offers over 250 highly competitive solutions across five core clusters: Platforms & Systems, Missiles & Weapons, Space & Cyber Technologies, Technologies & Industrialisation, and Homeland Security.
Positioned to develop a synergised defence ecosystem in the UAE rapidly, EDGE has an expanding footprint in over 100 countries, including 25 joint ventures with fellow industry leaders.
Platforms & Systems cluster
The Platforms & Systems cluster is a pioneering group of entities within EDGE Group focusing on the design, manufacture, assembly, integration, and deployment of high-technology, mission-proven platforms in the air, land, and sea domains.
Boasting a highly skilled workforce and deployed solutions in eight countries, the cluster includes ADASI, ADSB, AL JASOOR, AL TAIF, ANAVIA, EPI, NIMR, MILREM ROBOTICS, and POWERTECH.
The cluster’s rapidly growing capabilities include the development and manufacturing of autonomous aerial systems, military and commercial vessels, and next-generation infantry fighting vehicles.
In addition, it manages the comprehensive maintenance, repair, and overhaul of land vehicles, manufacturing, and assembly of critical airframe parts and armoured personnel carriers, as well as the development and integration of unmanned ground vehicles.
Missiles & Weapons cluster
The Missiles & Weapons cluster within EDGE is at the centre of the design, manufacturing, and integration of tomorrow’s weapon systems. The cluster comprises seven entities: AL TARIQ, CARACAL, CARACAL LIGHT AMMUNITION, CONDOR, HALCON, LAHAB, and SIATT.
With a highly skilled workforce and one centre of excellence, the cluster is a leader in manufacturing high-performance missile systems, autonomous smart weapons, weapons guidance systems, kits, infantry, artillery and aircraft munitions, firearms, low-velocity ammunition, non-lethal technologies, pyrotechnics, as well as future weapons.
Space & Cyber Technologies cluster
The Space & Cyber Technologies cluster focuses on advanced technologies in the domains of cybersecurity, cyber and intelligence training, secure communications, and satellite development.
Powered by four specialised entities, BEACON RED, FADA, KATIM, and ORYXLABS, the cluster addresses the growing demand for agile, secure, and innovative solutions for government, commercial, and mission-critical organisations.
Technologies & Industrialisation cluster
The Technologies & Industrialisation cluster within EDGE is a consolidation of four specialised divisions serving as a central capability hub and supporting the entire product development journey from concept and design to industrialisation and platform integration.
The cluster’s current capabilities include several centres of excellence dedicated to the design, development, and validation of all sub-systems within EDGE’s portfolio.
It drives innovation and industrialisation across EDGE while consolidating and deploying engineering expertise and managing group-wide platform integration programmes.
The cluster includes four specialised divisions: EDGE Technologies, EDGE BRIDGE, EDGE Platform Integration, and EDGE Strategic Engineering.
As EDGE’s primary incubator of technologically advanced solutions, the Technologies & Industrialisation cluster plays an important role in contributing to the UAE’s knowledge economy and empowering the next generation of national talent to thrive in a high-technology environment.
Homeland Security cluster
The Homeland Security cluster is a dynamic collective of entities dedicated to advancing technologies in the fields of IT, power, critical security infrastructure, and national defence.
Comprised of 11 specialised subsidiaries, including ETIMAD Strategic Security Solutions, ETIMAD Research & Development, Al Fahad Security Systems, Al Masar Recruitment Services, and others, the cluster leverages the expertise of a highly skilled workforce.
Focused on addressing the evolving internal security challenges of the UAE and beyond, the cluster’s expanding capabilities include cutting-edge solutions in system integration, software and hardware development, project management, logistics, and maintenance.
These innovations empower organisations with the tools and technologies needed to safeguard public safety and national security.