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Pilatus Looks for More PC-21 Orders

With a growing interest for trainer aircraft in the MENA region, Pilatus Aircraft Ltd is eyeing more orders for its PC-21 advanced and fighter lead-in trainer aircraft. The Swiss air-framer…

November 3rd, 2022
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JODDB Signs Deals Worth USD70…

Jordan Design and Development Bureau (JODDB) and its subsidiaries…

November 3rd, 2022

Australia’s TURTLE-PAC Makes SOFEX Debut

TURTLE-PAC from Australia is exhibiting for the first time…

November 3rd, 2022

New F-16s to Boost Jordanian…

The acquisition of eight new production F-16 Block 70…

November 3rd, 2022
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Jadara Developing New ATGM Systems

As countries in the Middle East seek more medium-range anti-tank guided missiles (ATGMs), Jordan's Jadara Equipment and Defence Systems has revealed that…

U.S.-Jordan Defence Ties Attain New Heights

The United States and the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan continue to cement their military partnership. The Biden administration in Washington considers the…

Jordan Aims to be the Arab Defence Nucleus in the…

The Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan is a nation that has persisted through turbulent times. The country’s leaders have long attempted to balance…

Second Edition of World Defence Show to be Even Bigger

The second edition of Saudi Arabia's World Defense Show is expected to be bigger with a new building offering participants additional exhibition…

EDGE Looking at More Partnerships in the Region

UAE's EDGE Group PJSC aims to strengthen its partnerships within the local industry ecosystem, drive support for indigenous defence production in Jordan,…

“SOFEX 2022 Provides a Platform for Dialogue, Partnerships, Business Agreements”

Message from Jordan Prime Minister H.E. Dr. Bisher Al Khasawneh Since the establishment of the Special Operations Forces Exhibition and Conference SOFEX…

SOFEX Spurred Innovation, Industry Growth: Ahmad Al Taweel, Deputy CEO

SOFEX helped build Jordan’s defence industries of today, says Ahmad Al Taweel, Deputy CEO of the ongoing exhibition and conference. The event…

“Defence Industry Development has Become More Imperative Than Ever”

Message from Major General Yousef Huneiti, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff of the Jordanian Armed Forces Special Operations Forces Exhibition…

MESOC Lays Stress on Defence Industry Growth

The Middle East Special Operations Commanders Conference (MESOC), on the opening day of SOFEX 2022, focused on discussing the rapid advances in…

Huge Interest in Barrett MK22 Snipers

Barrett Firearms Manufacturing is showcasing its precision weapons as it strives to strengthen its presence in the Middle East and countries in…

Jordan to Get Combat-Proven Guided MLRS

Jordan will soon start acquiring Lockheed Martin-made Guided Multiple Launch Rocket Systems (GMLRS) from the United States. Under a Foreign Military Sale…

JODDB Making Armed Drones, Payloads

The Jordan Design and Development Bureau (JODDB) is developing weaponised drones and, payloads for multi-rotor unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). “The main purpose…

Advanced Riflescope from Schmidt and Bender

Schmidt and Bender is showcasing at the ongoing show its technically advanced riflescope 1-8x24 PM ShortDot Dual CC, as well as solution…

Orion Seeks More Customers in the Middle East for LETS…

Orion Technology, an advanced technology services provider, is negotiating with Saudi Arabia, Egypt, the UAE and other countries in region to supply…

Kuwait to Shell out US$3 Billion for NASAMS

Kuwait will get the National Advanced Surface-to-Air Missile System, or NASAMS, from the United States, at an estimated cost of US$3 billion.…

RJAF to Buy 10 Bell 505 Helicopters

The Royal Jordanian Air Force (RJAF) will buy 10 Bell 505 light helicopters to train its next generation pilots. The contract includes…

JODDB Launches New Products, Corners Attention

The Jordan Design and Development Bureau (JODDB) and its subsidiaries are participating in full strength in the Special Operations Forces Exhibition and…

Egyptian Sherpa Gets Noticed

Egypt’s home-made armoured vehicle Egyptian Sherpa is catching the attention of dignitaries at the ongoing SOFEX 2022. The vehicle, manufactured by Maxim…

2023 Will be a Big Year for Jadara

Jadara plans to launch new products with more advanced systems and better specifications next year. “Next year we have very promising projects…

High-Tech Sensor Manufacturers Eye Middle East Opportunity

As militaries in the Middle East seek ways to stay a step ahead of terrorist groups in the region that have of…

Jordan Prime Minister and Kuwait Defence Minister Discuss Growing Ties

Growing defence ties between Jordan and Kuwait are set to receive a further fillip following a meeting between Jordan Prime Minister and…

Boeing’s Modernized Apache Promises Next-Gen Rotorcraft Attack

Boeing’s recently announced Modernized Apache concept is a quantum leap ahead compared to the existing AH-64E Apache attack helicopter, which is slated…

Saudi’s Yamama UAS Grabs Eyeballs

Saudi Arabia’s Prince Sultan Defense Studies and Research Center is showcasing the Yamama YM-01 Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) for the first time…

JODDB Shows Off Al-Basheq VTOL-UAV

The Jordan Design and Development Bureau (JODDB) is showcasing its indigenously designed and developed Al-Basheq surveillance VTOL-UAV at the ongoing SOFEX 2022.…

Saudi’s Prince Sultan Defense Studies and Research Center Showcases Sky…

Saudi Arabia’s Prince Sultan Defense Studies and Research Center is promoting the Sky Guard UAV for the first time in Jordan. “There…

NORINCO Hardsells Red Arrow in the Middle East

Chinese defence company NORINCO is promoting its Red Arrow12 E anti-tank missile system and is looking for customers in the MENA region.…

L3Harris Sees Keen Interest in its Night Vision Goggles

The Jordanian Armed Forces (JAF) has expressed interest in the L3Harris Ground Panoramic Night Vision Goggle (GPNVG), which provides a 97-degree panoramic…

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