EDGE Group, an UAE-based defence company, has announced that its contracts under execution exceed $25 billion, underscoring the strong international demand for its products and solutions. About 50% of those contracts are allocated to exports and span between seven and 12 years.
The Emirati group recorded sales of $5 billion last year, with exports accounting for over 70% of the total, reflecting the growing global presence of the UAE’s defence industries.
Headquartered in Abu Dhabi, the EDGE Group currently employs 19,000 people, including 4,000 engineers, with UAE national engineers accounting for 50% noting increasing interest from Emirati engineers specialising in advanced technologies, modern techniques and manufacturing in joining the group.
On the key achievements, Managing Director and CEO Hamad Al Marar said developing a sovereign defence industry requires long-term commitment and EDGE has demonstrated this commitment across all stages through a strategic focus that has enhanced national readiness, resilience and the ability to scale manufacturing to meet sovereign defence needs.
"More than 80% of EDGE systems are now produced within the UAE, alongside an expansion of local and international partnerships aimed at supporting technology transfer, localising critical capabilities and securing supply chains. This was reflected in record purchase orders in 2025," he stated.
Al Marar pointed out that the group continues to strengthen its capabilities by integrating artificial intelligence into its manufacturing processes. "We have already implemented more than 68 transformation projects linked to advanced technology in 2025, contributing to a doubling of production capacity across 13 subsidiaries," he stated.
The group plans to launch the “Innovate to Defend by EDGE” challenge to drive innovation and develop solutions supporting national security priorities, providing a platform for individuals to present innovative ideas to address key challenges, with awards and clear pathways to transform selected concepts into practical solutions integrated into the group’s industrial ecosystem, he added.-TradeArabia News Service
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