EDGE And Thales Announce Strategic Partnership For Radio Communications Development In UAE

KATIM, an EDGE Group entity specialising in ultra-secure communication solutions, and Thales have initiated discussions on co-developing Software Defined Radio technologies in the UAE. This collaboration was formalised at the Eurosatory international defence and security show.

The declaration of intent was signed by Didier Pagnoux, CEO of KATIM, Abdelhafid Mordi, CEO of Thales in the UAE, and Christophe Groshenry, Vice President of Radio at Thales. The signing took place in the presence of Hamad Al Marar, Managing Director and CEO of EDGE Group, Waleid Al Mesmari, President of Space & Cyber Technologies at EDGE Group, Pascale Sourisse, President & CEO of Thales International, and Christophe Dumas, CEO of Thales Secure Communications & Information Systems in France.

To address the UAE’s large-scale high-tech programmes and exportation needs, KATIM and Thales will collaborate on the full cycle development, production, and maintenance of airborne and long-range HF (high frequency) radio communication solutions. Both companies will leverage their expertise to promote and export the co-developed solutions-based portfolio to the international market.

Statements from Leadership

Didier Pagnoux commented, "Partnering with Thales represents a significant milestone for EDGE, underscoring the global confidence in our leadership in advanced communications technology. By combining our expertise, we will develop sophisticated Software Defined Radio solutions that meet the rigorous demands of both domestic and international markets. This collaboration aligns with our goal of driving innovative secure communication solutions and fully supports the UAE's ambitious global exports roadmap. We eagerly anticipate the transformative outcomes of our joint efforts."

Christophe Salomon, Executive Vice-President of Thales Secure Communications & Information Systems, added, "As a worldwide leader for tactical radios and on-board communication solutions for land, air and naval forces, Thales is proud to partner with EDGE in radio communications solutions. The partnership is fully aligned with the Group’s development strategy in the UAE."

Future Prospects

This partnership aims to enhance the capabilities of both entities in delivering advanced communication solutions that cater to both domestic needs and international markets. The collaboration is expected to yield innovative products that will bolster the UAE's position in global high-tech exports.

With inputs from WAM