UAE National Pavilion To Highlight Defence Innovations At SOFEX 2024

The UAE National Pavilion will participate in the 14th Special Operations Forces Exhibition and Conference (SOFEX) 2024. This event is scheduled at Aqaba International Exhibitions and Conferences Centre in Jordan from 3rd to 5th September.

Over 300 international defence and security companies from 38 countries will attend SOFEX. It is one of the region's most significant defence events, providing a platform for showcasing advanced products and solutions.

Anas Naser Al Otaiba, General Manager of EDCC, stated, "The participation of the UAE's National Pavilion at SOFEX 2024 reflects our deep commitment to innovation and international cooperation in the defence and security industries. We are proud to showcase advanced national technologies that are in line with the wise leadership's vision to develop our capabilities and empower the UAE's defence and security industries."

Al Otaiba added that the UAE's involvement aims to forge strategic partnerships with leading global companies in the defence sector. The goal is to foster international cooperation and exchange expertise and knowledge.

SOFEX provides a strategic opportunity to promote Emirati technological capabilities. Experts, specialists, and decision-makers in the defence industry will be present. "We are confident that our participation will enhance the UAE's position as a regional centre for defence manufacturing," Al Otaiba noted.

The exhibition offers an ideal opportunity for networking and enhancing global security. It brings together leading experts, manufacturers, and suppliers from the global defence industry to engage with official government delegations.

Showcasing Advanced Technologies

The UAE pavilion will serve as an interactive platform for visitors to explore advancements in the defence and security industries. Products showcased will include innovative solutions covering various aspects of special operations, from advanced systems to cutting-edge technologies.

Hervé Dechoux, Head of Solutions at Houbara, said, "This is Houbara’s first participation at SOFEX with EDCC, and we are keen to explore new ventures in the region to grow our customer base for modern threat representation, secure SATCOM, and robotics."

Expanding Business Horizons

"We are thrilled to reach out to the regional SOF community," Dechoux continued. "We hope that SOFEX will allow us to connect with new potential end-users and create new opportunities for our rapidly expanding business."

The UAE's National Pavilion at SOFEX 2024 embodies deep-rooted fraternal ties between the UAE and Jordan. Through this exhibition, the country reaffirms regional cooperation importance in defence and security sectors.

Supported by the Ministry of Defence and Tawazun Council, organised by Emirates Defence Companies Council (EDCC), leading national companies like EDGE Group will feature prominently. Al Seer Marine Supplies & Equipment Company and Houbara Defence & Security will also be present.

Promoting Future Events

Capital Events will promote upcoming exhibitions such as International Defence Exhibition (IDEX) and Naval Defence & Maritime Security Exhibition (NAVDEX) 2025. Additionally, Al Jundi Journal, a military magazine issued by the Ministry of Defence, will be featured.

SOFEX first took place in 1996. It stands out as a significant opportunity for exchanging expertise, technologies, and strategies in the defence sector among professionals globally.

With inputs from WAM