EDGE To Enhance Defence Capabilities With New UAE-Based Centres Of Excellence

EDGE, a leading advanced technology and defence group, has announced the launch of two new Centres of Excellence (CoE) in the UAE. The Radar and Electronic Warfare (EW) Centre of Excellence and the Electro Optic Centre of Excellence (EOCE) aim to consolidate EDGE’s core capabilities in these critical domains.

These new CoEs build on the strong foundations and expertise of existing facilities. The initiative aligns with the UAE’s overall vision and EDGE’s growth strategy, supporting the commercial objectives of EDGE’s 35 entities. The centralisation of advanced capabilities will streamline product delivery and develop innovative technologies.

The CoEs will improve company efficiencies by providing state-of-the-art Electro-Optical/Infra-Red (EO/IR) systems and Radar and Electronic Warfare solutions. They will also establish a central hub for R&D, product development, serial production, and maintenance. This move will facilitate the integration of sophisticated technologies across EDGE’s entire solutions portfolio.

Capitalising on Growth Opportunities

The CoEs will leverage growth opportunities and knowledge exchange within EDGE’s advanced technology and defence ecosystem. This includes partnerships and recently signed joint ventures. Hamad Al Marar, Managing Director and CEO of EDGE Group, stated that this strategic move captures EDGE's core mission of transforming the defence industry.

Leadership and Oversight

Each CoE will be managed by a Board of Advisors drawn from EDGE’s five core clusters: Platforms and Systems, Missiles and Weapons, Space and Cyber Technologies, Trading and Mission Support, and Homeland Security. The Board will oversee technology roadmaps, ensure alignment with company and customer goals, and facilitate efficient transfer of specialised technologies.

Al Marar added that by establishing these Centres of Excellence for Radar and Electronic Warfare (EW) and Electro-Optics, EDGE will fuel the development of sophisticated solutions. This allows continuous adaptation to deliver tailored, high-performance products at competitive prices. There are also plans to expand with additional CoEs to capitalise on emerging technologies and evolving customer needs.

With inputs from WAM