EDGE Group And ELT Group Sign MoU To Explore Joint Venture In UAE Defence Technologies

EDGE Group, a prominent technology and defence organisation, has partnered with ELT Group, a leader in electromagnetic spectrum and cyberspace technologies. They have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore the possibility of a joint venture based in the UAE. This agreement was formalised by Hamad Al Marar of EDGE Group and Enzo Benigni of ELT Group during the International Defence Exhibition (IDEX) 2025 in Abu Dhabi.

The collaboration aims to enhance innovation in defence technologies, particularly Electronic Warfare (EW). If successful, the new entity will focus on developing EW systems, including Cyber Electromagnetic Applications (CEMA). A potential area for integration is within vessels produced by EDGE's maritime division, ADSB, and MAESTRAL.

Enzo Benigni expressed that this partnership aligns with ELT's strategy to expand within the UAE's defence ecosystem. He stated, "This collaboration aligns with ELT's strategy to expand partnerships within the UAE defence ecosystem by working with key players like EDGE Group. The primary aim is to provide to the UAE cutting-edge, locally developed EMSO solutions and to strengthen our position in export markets, particularly in non-NATO countries."

Hamad Al Marar highlighted the significance of this partnership with ELT Group. He noted that it marks the start of a long-term relationship with a respected developer of advanced technologies for electromagnetic spectrum and cyberspace. "This marks the beginning of a long-term partnership with a highly regarded developer of sophisticated technologies for the electromagnetic spectrum and cyberspace—fields in which EDGE is already establishing itself as a leader," he said.

By leveraging ELT’s expertise alongside EDGE’s capabilities, they plan to integrate advanced systems across various domains. This integration will enhance situational awareness and threat detection across air, land, maritime, and space operations. The collaboration reflects both companies' dedication to exploring synergies in defence technology innovation.

The potential joint venture signifies an important step towards strengthening local development of Electronic Warfare solutions. It also aims at bolstering export opportunities in non-NATO countries. This initiative underscores their commitment to advancing technological capabilities within the UAE’s defence sector.

With inputs from WAM