Santiago: EDGE Group will mark its first participation at FIDAE 2026, Chile, expanding its presence in Latin America. From 7th to 12th April, EDGE will showcase a broad portfolio of cutting-edge solutions across air, land, and cyber domains, reflecting its integrated, multi-domain approach to modern defence.
According to Emirates News Agency, EDGE's involvement at FIDAE underscores its growing impact on Latin America's defence technology landscape. "Our debut at FIDAE highlights EDGE's expanding role," stated Omar Al Zaabi, President of EDGE Commercial. He emphasized the company's commitment to offering disruptive systems that support local economic growth and technology development.
Chile's diverse geography presents unique operational challenges, necessitating integrated approaches to surveillance and security. Al Zaabi noted that EDGE is dedicated to providing technology that enables nations to achieve their security objectives.
In the air domain, EDGE will feature unmanned aerial systems for intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance, along with loitering systems and precision-guided munitions. The HT-100 unmanned helicopter and REACH-S medium-altitude long-endurance UAS will be key highlights.
On land, EDGE will introduce its AJBAN MK2 and HAFEET MK2 armoured vehicles, designed for mobility and effectiveness across challenging terrains.
Cyber defence and secure communications solutions will also be showcased, focusing on resilient operations and network protection against digital threats. This includes KATIM's ultra-secure communications systems for mission-critical applications.
EDGE will demonstrate electronic warfare systems to safeguard operations in contested electromagnetic environments. Key highlights include the BORDERSHIELD autonomous border surveillance system and GPS anti-jamming solutions.
Additionally, EDGE's display will feature non-lethal technologies for public safety and civil security operations. The Group's participation at FIDAE complements its ongoing collaboration with regional security forces.
In March, EDGE signed a Letter of Intent with Ecuador's Ministry of National Defence for a security infrastructure programme to modernize surveillance and strengthen border protection capabilities.
