EDGE Group and Barzan Holdings have agreed to form a joint venture that will develop advanced defense technologies, deepening industrial cooperation between the UAE and Qatar.
The deal was signed at the Doha International Maritime Defence Exhibition and Conference 2026, which opened in January in Doha.
The teaming will support the production of military equipment as national security needs increase in both countries. Sources said that the collaboration could also potentially cover missiles, autonomous systems, satellites, and sustainment services.
Financial terms and the venture’s location were not disclosed.
At the event, EDGE Group CEO Hamad Al Marar noted that the agreement reflects the company’s push to grow expertise through trusted regional partners.
“This joint venture with Barzan Holdings shows the importance EDGE places on trusted partnerships as we expand internationally,” Breaking Defense quoted Al Marar as saying.
“It establishes a framework to identify capability gaps across both portfolios and to jointly develop solutions.”
About the Companies
Abu Dhabi-based EDGE, launched in 2019, consolidates more than 35 subsidiaries centered on projectiles, unmanned solutions, space, cyber technologies, and homeland security.
The state-owned company’s portfolio spans loitering munitions, military communications, and other software-driven and smart capabilities.
Meanwhile, Barzan Holdings serves as Qatar’s defense investment arm, overseeing funding and commercial partnerships to build sovereign military capabilities.
Its activities range from armored vehicles and munitions to maintenance, repair, and overhaul services.
