IDEX and NAVDEX 2025: a revolutionary innovation in defense in the Middle East
IDEX and NAVDEX 2025: a revolutionary innovation in defense in the Middle EastBy: Ami Rohkas Domba
Abu Dhabi exhibition reveals cutting-edge technologies and global collaborations in the world of defense and defense
IDEX and NAVDEX 2025, which opened in Abu Dhabi, are a major attraction for global defense industries. The exhibitions, which focus on the fields of land, air and maritime defense, attract senior officials, government representatives and industry leaders from around the world.
More than 80 countries and about 1,300 companies participate in the exhibition, showcasing the most innovative developments in the fields of robotics, cyberwarfare, unmanned systems and means of warfare on land, sea and in the air. Leading companies such as Lockheed Martin, Raytheon and Thales showcase their advanced technologies, with a focus on the integration of artificial intelligence and multi-system defense solutions.
The first day of the exhibition featured impressive unveilings of new systems, including next-generation autonomous drones, light tanks with advanced capabilities, and solutions to protect against cyberattacks. Live demonstrations of robotic tools and technology collaborations between militaries and civilian industries have attracted a lot of attention.
In the maritime domain, NAVDEX has unveiled unmanned vessels with advanced warfare capabilities, including vessels armed with AI technology and defense systems against emerging maritime threats.
This year, the exhibition organizers have provided a special platform for defense and dual-use startups, with the aim of exposing them to industry and industry. You could see many booths of startups, venture capital funds and defense accelerators during the exhibition.
Collaborations between non-defense industries and civil technology and dual-military uses have also been important, for example, Starlink satellite communications technology and Tesla's Cyber Truck vehicle have been showcased at military and defense technology exhibitions.
IDEX and NAVDEX 2025 serve as a platform for the presentation of new technologies and also as a strategic meeting point for global cooperation in the field of security and defense.
The Israeli presence at the exhibition is significant this year, with a large delegation that includes many defense companies. Israeli companies showcase advanced weapon systems, air defense solutions and innovative developments in the field of electronic warfare. Particular emphasis is placed on battlefield AI platforms and tactical drones capable of carrying out complex missions in enemy territory.
Among the participating Israeli companies:
IWI-Israel Weapon Industries, IAI - Israel Aerospace Industries Ltd, SIBAT Israel Ministry of Defense, CONTROP Precision Technologies Ltd, Rafael Advanced Defense Systems Ltd, EMTAN-Israel Small Arms Industry, Beth-El Industries, Tomer Ltd, Omnisys Ltd, Dagan-Optics, Dagan-Optics Ltd., Elbit Systems Ltd., Camero-Tech, Nimda Co. Ltd., SpearUAV, Ophir Optronics Solutions - an MKS Company, UVision air ltd, Smart Shooter, Meprolight, Fibrotex, Creomagic, Regulus Cyber, Meditactic, SK Group, Aeronautics, Steadicopter Ltd, GATE TECHNOLOGIES LTD., THIRDYEYE-SYSTEMS LTD, Orbit, RT LTA Systems Ltd, Cognyte, Magam Safety Ltd, Defense Update, Blue Bird Aero System.
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