Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, Lieutenant General His Highness Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Interior, inaugurated yesterday at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Center «ADNEC», The activities of the third session of the exhibitions of unmanned systems «UMEX» 2018 and simulation and training «SimTEX 2018» with 122 companies specialized in defense industries from 34 countries around the world.
Lieutenant General, His Highness Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, said in a post on his Twitter account, "The volume of international participation in the UMEX and SimTEX 2018 exhibitions confirms the global position and high reputation that the UAE has become distinguished for in the fields of defense industries. As a result of the great efforts of exceptional leadership and positive cooperation between the organizers and their partners.
His Highness was accompanied during the inauguration by His Excellency Muhammad bin Ahmed Al Bawardi Al Falasi, Minister of State for Defense Affairs, His Excellency Suhail bin Muhammad Faraj Faris Al Mazrouei, Minister of Energy, Falah Muhammad Al Ahbabi, Head of the Department of Urban Planning and Municipalities, Eng. Armed Forces, Brigadier General Pilot Rashid Mohammed Al Shamsi, Chairman of the Higher Organizing Committee for UMEX and SimTEX 2018, and Humaid Matar Al Dhaheri, CEO of Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Company (ADNEC).
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The current session of the exhibitions is witnessing a record international exhibition of major international companies, decision makers and specialists, which is the largest in its history, as the number of countries increased to reach 34 countries compared to 23 countries in 2016, with a growth rate of 24%.
While the total area of the two exhibitions increased from 13,000 square meters in 2016 to 17,000 square meters in 2018, recording a growth rate of 24%, the number of exhibiting companies increased in 2018 to reach 122 international and local companies, compared to 91 exhibiting companies in 2018. 2016 with a growth rate of 25%.
Brigadier General Staff Pilot Rashid Mohammed Al Shamsi, Chairman of the Supreme Organizing Committee for UMEX and SimTEX 2018, said: “The international standards in the activities of the current session reflect the distinguished position that the two exhibitions have reached at the regional and international levels, and it is a natural outcome of the great efforts made by the members of the Supreme Organizing Committee, which included A constellation of national companies in the public and private sectors.
economic development
For his part, Humaid Matar Al Dhaheri, CEO of Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Company (ADNEC) and its subsidiaries said: “The holding of UMEX and SimTEX 2018 and the accompanying conference embody the strategy of the Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Company (ADNEC) to attract and organize exhibitions and conferences according to the sectors identified by the Abu Dhabi Plan and Vision 2030. Which will contribute to advancing economic development through the direct and indirect economic effects of such important events.
The number of exhibitions, conferences and events held at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Center reached 442, while the value of economic revenues for the Emirate of Abu Dhabi amounted to 3.9 billion dirhams during 2017, in addition to promoting the Emirate of Abu Dhabi as an important global destination in business tourism and the exhibition sector.
Operational concepts
The two exhibitions will be accompanied by a specialized conference entitled The Future of “Next Generation Technologies to Face Future Threats”. It will discuss several axes and sessions aimed at contributing to identifying trends, problems and threats facing the world of uninhabited systems, and standing on capabilities, operational concepts, scientific models and new methods for each of the commercial and defense sectors in order to develop Integration and dissemination of the best means of simulation and training.
On the other hand, the activities of the two exhibitions will include a number of internal and external live performances that will be held at Al Ain Airport and Abu Dhabi Exhibition Center.
Defense companies
Lieutenant General H.H. Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, witnessed the launch ceremony of the new corporate identity of the Emirates Council for Defense Companies, on the sidelines of the Unmanned Systems Exhibition and Conference UMEX 2018, which began yesterday in Abu Dhabi under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed. Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, in the presence of a number of defense sector officials, local and international partners, and media representatives.
Tariq Abdul Rahim Al Hosani, Chairman of the Emirates Council for Defense Companies, said that the establishment of this council comes within the framework of government efforts to enable the sustainable military and security industry in the United Arab Emirates.
He pointed out that the Emirates Council of Defense Companies includes about 63 national companies, revealing that there is a tendency to include representatives of these companies in the management of the Council in the near future.
National reconnaissance aircraft
The Abu Dhabi Autonomous Systems Investment Company displayed an advanced reconnaissance aircraft that flies at an altitude of 45,000 feet over the course of 15 hours non-stop with a standard payload. Ahmed Abdullah Al Balushi, Director of Operations Programs at ADASI, confirmed that the plane was developed in cooperation with the Italian company, Pegao.
He pointed out that the company will supply 8 aircraft of this type to the UAE Air Force, and the first aircraft will be received during the month of April. He noted that the aircraft is characterized by reaching great heights of up to 45,000 feet, as it flies for 15 hours, and its maximum weight during take-off is 6.6 tons, in addition to that its restricted payload reaches 226 kilograms, and these are important advantages for it.
He noted that ADASI, during its participation in the UMEX exhibition, displayed a GCS300 container used to transport small helicopters that fly for 6 hours, with a fuel tank that increases the flight time to 10 hours, at an altitude of 12,000 feet.
This container has a length of up to 20 feet by 8 feet during transportation and during operations it reaches 18 by 8 feet. Emirates and exported to the Kingdom of Bahrain, Jordan and Egypt.
Unmanned boats
The National Boat Company is currently manufacturing 20 unmanned surface boats for military and civilian entities in the UAE in its factories in the Emirate of Sharjah. The new boats are characterized by a coverage range of tens of kilometers, and unspecified areas can be covered by satellites through a central control center.
This was stated by Basil Shuhaiber, CEO of the Marakeb Company, which specializes in manufacturing boats and providing autonomous marine solutions, to Al-Bayan yesterday, indicating that the company displayed at UMEX its latest products of various models of unmanned surface boats, in addition to ground control stations through which it will present live shows. Every day of the exhibition.
He noted that the company has unmanned boats with a coverage of more than thirty kilometers, and operates with a satellite control system for an unlimited range. He mentioned that the company's boats are entirely manufactured in the Emirate of Sharjah, pointing out that the company has succeeded in concluding deals with Emirati and Saudi authorities. To supply unmanned boats to it.
He pointed out that the company's work is not limited to manufacturing unmanned boats only, but also designing advanced technology systems for available boats.
The smart pharmacy
The Abu Dhabi Health Services Company, SEHA, actively participated in the exhibition and presented 5 models of new medical technologies related to smart pharmacy, 3D printing, telemedicine, medical robot and virtual reality technology in medical diagnosis.
Dr. Marwan Ali Al-Kaabi, Director of the Medical Command and Response Center "SEHA", said that, in addition to providing medical care services to the participants and visitors in the exhibition, we are also presenting, through the "SEHA" platform, 5 new technologies based on modern technology in the medical fields.
He added that the first model relates to a modern device that is used in remote treatment and is used in remote areas, enabling the treating physician to seek the assistance of the expertise of consultant doctors anywhere. 291 million dirhams, the outcome of 10 deals on the first day
The UAE Armed Forces announced the signing of 10 deals with specialized local and international companies, worth 291.654 million dirhams, during the first day of the "UMEX" and "SimTEX" exhibitions.
Major Pilot Saeed Mohammed Al Yamahi, spokesperson for UMEX and SimTEX 2018, said that a contract was signed with the Abu Dhabi National Autonomous Systems Company of the UAE to purchase sounding drones at a value of AED 72,493,500, and with the UAE company “Trust International” for the maintenance and repair of nanoplane systems NUAS PD - 100 BLACK HORNET PRS at an amount 215,860 dirhams.
A contract was signed with the Emirati company «Altove International» to purchase 8 unmanned aircraft systems of the type (PUMMA AE III) with all its ramifications, at a value of 41,274,360 dirhams.
He added: A contract was signed with the “Denel Dynamics” company from South Africa to renew the technical support contract for Seeker 2 aircraft for a period of 24 months, for a consideration of 25,708,277 dirhams, and a contract with the Emirati company “Advanced Media” to purchase 10 unmanned aircraft systems (MAVIC PRO). For the purposes of the experiment, for the amount of 78061 dirhams.
The armed forces signed a deal amounting to 44,076,000 dirhams with the American company Incito to provide technical support for the “Integrator” drones, in addition to a contract with the American company “Moshan Realty” at a value of 31,310,304 dirhams to develop (2) training simulators (VIRTSIM) to (DAUNTLESS). ) and purchase (1) from a training simulator (DAUNTLESS). A contract was signed with the American International Golden Group to modernize the joint fire simulators, in addition to purchasing the joint fire training simulator at a value of 16,627,781 dirhams.
I also signed a deal worth 47,749,000 dirhams with the American company «Copicle Defense Applications» to operate and maintain simulators for training in light weapons shooting for 30 sites, and a deal worth 12,120,900 dirhams with the Swiss company «Inovix» for simulation and training Ltd. to develop and extend the life span of the driver's license.
Participants: The UAE is a pioneer in organizing global defense exhibitions Officials of a number of national pavilions in the unmanned systems exhibitions “UMEX 2018” and simulation and training “SimTEX 2018” confirmed that the organization of these two world events in the UAE reflects its leadership in hosting the most prestigious defense exhibitions in the world.
They said, in exclusive statements to the Emirates News Agency, WAM, on the sidelines of the launch of the two events yesterday: “UMEX 2018” and “SimTEX 2018” provided an ideal platform for various local and international companies to exchange experiences and learn about the latest developments in modern technology in the systems sectors. Unmanned simulation and training.
Suleiman Al Ali, Executive Vice President of the Commercial Sector at Yahsat, said: The LV in UMEX 2018 and simulation and training SimTEX 2018 provided an ideal opportunity to showcase the most prominent services provided by Yahsat in satellite communication services at the international level. The government sector and the defense industries sector.
He explained that the defense industries sector is one of the sectors that is witnessing continuous growth, and such global events provide an ideal opportunity in order to learn about the latest developments in modern technology in this vital sector and to establish partnerships between various companies.
Perfect platform
Sultan Abdullah Al-Samahi, Acting Director General of the Emirates Council for Defense Companies, said: "UMEX 2018" provides an ideal platform to learn about the latest developments in the defense and security industries, pointing out that the Council is participating for the first time in this global event.
He pointed out that the UAE's organization of these two global events reflects its leadership in terms of hosting the most prestigious international events in the defense industries sector, noting that hosting "UMEX" and "Simcuts" acquires additional importance in light of the country's drive towards economic diversification.
Ahmed Abdullah Al Balushi, Director of Operations at Abu Dhabi Autonomous Systems Investment Company “ADASI”, the strategic partner of “UMEX 2018” and “SimTEX 2018”, indicated that the UAE has become a manufacturer of international exhibitions, especially specialized in defense systems.
He explained that the two exhibitions witnessed, during the current session, a remarkable increase in the number of companies, which reached 122 companies, which would provide an ideal platform for the exchange of experiences between national and international companies. SimTEX 2018 and its cooperation with the General Command of the Armed Forces to organize these two global events.
He explained that ADASI, during its participation in UMEX 2018 and SimTEX 2018, presented some systems, solutions and services that meet the needs of the armed forces. The most prominent of these systems is the training and simulation system, as well as containers used in operations that are used as a ground control station in unmanned systems.technology
Lieutenant Colonel Dr. Mansour Nasser, Director of the Virtual Technology Center at the Dubai Police General Command, confirmed that Dubai Police, during its participation in UMEX 2018 and SimTEX 2018, presented the latest applications that contribute to the development of human resources in Dubai Police, in addition to highlighting many Technologies and simulators that are used in training and awareness.
He explained that "UMEX 2018" and "SimTEX 2018" are among the most important exhibitions organized by the UAE and enjoy local and international recognition, which allows all companies to exchange experiences and learn about the latest developments in modern systems in the field of defense industries.
The unmanned systems exhibition "UMEX 2018" and the simulation and training exhibition "SimTEX 2018", which are organized by the Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Company "ADNEC" in cooperation with the General Command of the Armed Forces, are witnessing a record international turnout by major international and local companies specialized in these vital sectors.
The current session of the two exhibitions is attended by 122 international and local companies, compared to 91 exhibiting companies in 2016, with a growth rate of 25%.
Air and sea targets in Emirati hands
Rashid Al-Nuaimi, Director of Project Management at Al-Fahd Company, one of the “Etimad Holding” companies, said that the exhibition at “UMEX” is to display a set of air and sea targets manufactured locally and by the hands of citizens, with the exception of some parts of the engines that we import from abroad, but all models of targets Manufactured locally in the company.
Al-Nuaimi indicated that there is a wide range of targets offered from aircraft of different sizes and weights that are trained on by the Air Force, and they are of a small cost compared to targets that can be purchased from abroad, noting that the models that are manufactured locally perform the same purpose as high-hidden targets. the cost.
He added that among the models presented and produced by the company is a model that flies by helicopter and a system with a jet engine. The speed of these targets reaches 650 kilometers per hour and they fly for 4 hours continuously, in addition to other electric planes used in border and maritime surveillance and photography.
The Minister of State for Defense Affairs receives a number of guests of «UMEX 2018»
His Excellency Muhammad Al-Bawardi, Minister of State for Defense Affairs, received - in his office at the "UMEX 2018" exhibition and conference yesterday - separately - Khurram Dastgir Khan, Minister of Defense of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, Injubik, Minister of Trade, Industry and Energy of the Republic of South Korea, and Soo Chu Suk, Deputy Minister of Defense of the Republic of South Korea Major General Oleg Belokonev, Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces and First Deputy Minister of Defense of Belarus.
Al-Rumaithi discusses cooperation with a number of defense ministers and chiefs of staff
Lieutenant General Hamad Mohammed Thani Al-Rumaithi, Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces, received in his office at the "UMEX" exhibition yesterday, Su Cho Suk, Deputy Minister of Defense of Korea, Lieutenant General Muhammad Al-Ghazwani, Commander of the General Staff of the Mauritanian Armies, Major General Oleg Belokonev, Chief of Staff of the Belarusian Armed Forces, and Major General Shahid Kayani, Director General of Development Arms and the Pakistani Support Lifecycle.
The Air Force Commander meets visiting senior military personnel
Pilot Major General Ibrahim Nasser Muhammad Al-Alawi, Commander of the Air Force and Air Defense, separately received in his office at the "UMEX 2018" exhibition; Lieutenant General Pilot Enzo Vicarelli, Chief of Staff of the Italian Air Force, Lieutenant General Dato Sri Akpal bin Haji Abdul Samad, Deputy Commander of the Malaysian Air Force, and Major General Olijdwigaliev, former Commander of the Belarusian Air Force and Air Defense, Chairman of the State Committee for Military-Industrial Affairs.
Explore cooperation with Belarus
Major General Muhammad Murad Hassan Al Balushi, Head of the Supply Authority, received in his office at the "UMEX 2018" exhibition, Major General Oleg Dvimolev, Chairman of the Belarusian State Committee for Industries Affairs, who is currently visiting the country to attend the activities of the UMEX 2018 exhibition. During the meeting, a number of issues of common interest were discussed.
Dubai Police presents virtual technology for training and simulation
The Dubai Police Virtual Technology Center participated in the Unmanned Systems Exhibition «UMEX 2018» and presented a set of technical programs and projects that are used in simulation and training.
Lieutenant Colonel Dr. Mansour Nasser Al Razooqi, Director of the Virtual Technology Center affiliated to the General Directorate of Smart Services in Dubai Police, said that the General Directorate of Dubai Police is participating for the first time in this exhibition and presenting the latest simulation systems and virtual technology.
He referred to the raid program (SWAT) 2D and 3D, which provides a good training environment for the raid squad and rapid intervention and helps individuals to hone their skills in dealing with various crises and enables them to train on how to plan raid operations and use the required resources for them in terms of personnel, equipment and weapons.
Dr. Mansour Al-Razouki also referred to a number of programs developed by the Virtual Technology Center in Dubai Police, including the 3D Passenger Inspection Program, the Body Language Program, the Traffic and Criminal Investigation Program, snipers, and the protection of personalities and suspect faces.
He also talked about the Virtual Technology Center of the General Directorate of Smart Services in Dubai Police, and said that it is the first center of its kind in the Middle East, and it specializes in preparing programs that are unique in terms of quality and style, and it is also the first of its kind at the level of global police agencies. Where the specialty is in developing virtual 3D training programs within a security apparatus.
He explained that the center aims to develop virtual programs that contribute to the creation of a technological environment in the areas of training, awareness and documentation using 3D virtual reality to provide a safe work environment.
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