Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
Edge Group Provides 'One Stop Shopping' for Defense Systems
Abu Dhabi-based conglomerate a key element of 'Make in the UAE' initiative
Edge Group's QX series of uncrewed air vehicles
Edge Group's QX series of uncrewed air vehicles are part of the UAE-based group's defense portfolio. (Image: Edge Group)

Edge Group’s prominent position in the Dubai Airshow’s exhibition hall not only reflects the company’s importance to the UAE’s export base but highlights its commitment to localization as part of the “Make in the Emirates” initiative. Established to integrate a combination of activities under one corporate umbrella, Abu Dhabi-based Edge now maintains a corporate footprint on five continents, among which its export sales account for some 35 percent of its revenues.

According to Edge Group international business director Miles Chambers, although the UAE still accounts for the company’s biggest market, it maintains competitive advantages internationally thanks to three key areas of emphasis. “One is autonomous systems,” said Chambers. “A second is smart munitions. And an important third is electronic warfare.”