EPI, an arm of UAE-owned EDGE, which operates in the aerospace, oil and gas industries, signed a Letter of Intent with Lockheed Martin of the U.S.A, the world’s largest arms manufacturer, on Tuesday, February 18.
Publish dateWednesday 19 February 2025 - 21:02
According to Amac News, the agreement aims to explore emerging opportunities to support the UAE’s industrial growth, strengthen national defense capabilities and increase self-sufficiency in key defense areas.
The letter of intent was signed by Michael Deshe, CEO of EPI, and John S. Clark, Vice President of Business Development for Missiles and Fire Control at Lockheed Martin, and was witnessed by Khalid Al Zaabi, Head of Platforms and Systems Cluster at EDGE.
The ceremony was held on the sidelines of the International Defense Exhibition and Conference (IDEX) 2025, which will be held from February 17 to 21 at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Center (ADNEC).
According to the memorandum, EPI and Lockheed Martin will explore areas of collaboration to strengthen EPI’s commitment to supporting the UAE’s industrial growth, national defense capabilities, and self-sufficiency in critical defense areas.
“Part of our core strategy at EPI is to explore mutually beneficial partnerships to advance the diversity of our operations and collaborate with key players in the aerospace and defense sectors that align with our commitment to excellence and innovation,” said Michael Deshe, president and CEO of EPI.
“Lockheed Martin is proud to work alongside EPI to promote innovation, strengthen local industry, and advance the UAE’s long-term defense capabilities. This collaboration demonstrates our shared commitment to delivering cutting-edge technologies and building a sustainable industrial base in the region,” said John Clark, president and CEO of EPI.
The letter of intent was signed by Michael Deshe, CEO of EPI, and John S. Clark, Vice President of Business Development for Missiles and Fire Control at Lockheed Martin, and was witnessed by Khalid Al Zaabi, Head of Platforms and Systems Cluster at EDGE.
The ceremony was held on the sidelines of the International Defense Exhibition and Conference (IDEX) 2025, which will be held from February 17 to 21 at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Center (ADNEC).
According to the memorandum, EPI and Lockheed Martin will explore areas of collaboration to strengthen EPI’s commitment to supporting the UAE’s industrial growth, national defense capabilities, and self-sufficiency in critical defense areas.
“Part of our core strategy at EPI is to explore mutually beneficial partnerships to advance the diversity of our operations and collaborate with key players in the aerospace and defense sectors that align with our commitment to excellence and innovation,” said Michael Deshe, president and CEO of EPI.
“Lockheed Martin is proud to work alongside EPI to promote innovation, strengthen local industry, and advance the UAE’s long-term defense capabilities. This collaboration demonstrates our shared commitment to delivering cutting-edge technologies and building a sustainable industrial base in the region,” said John Clark, president and CEO of EPI.
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Source : news agency wam
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