Abu dhabi: Indra Group, a world leader in information technology, aerospace, defence, and mobility systems, and EDGE Group, one of the world's leading advanced technologies and defence entities, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore expanding their joint venture, PULSE NOVA, to include advanced electronic warfare capabilities. This expansion aims to leverage the combined strengths of Indra and EDGE, through SIGN4L, EDGE's radar and electronic warfare entity, to support a broader and more competitive portfolio.
According to Emirates News Agency, the MoU was signed at the Dubai Airshow by EDGE Managing Director and CEO, Hamad Al Marar, and ngel Escribano, Executive Chairman of Indra. This agreement sets the stage for the two companies to explore extending their successful collaboration through an Abu Dhabi-based company, focusing on developing and manufacturing next-generation radar systems in the UAE. The potential inclusion of advanced electronic warfare capabilities in PULSE NOVA's portfolio underscores both companies' commitment to creating a global market leader in advanced radar and electronic warfare technologies.
ngel Escribano emphasized that the extension represents the determination of both companies to lead in the field of advanced radar and electronic warfare technologies across multiple domains. Jos© Vicente de los Mozos, CEO of Indra Group, highlighted that the interest in broadening the joint venture's scope stems from the successful track record of the current strategic partnership. This partnership combines complementary capabilities, experience, and commercial reach to deliver world-class solutions to clients, reinforcing their positioning in the Middle East.
Hamad Al Marar expressed that the collaboration builds on a joint venture that has already achieved strong results in radar development. He noted that electronic warfare requires deep expertise and a responsive ecosystem, which this collaboration aims to provide. By combining the capabilities of Indra and EDGE, the venture could develop a portfolio that serves both regional and international customers, further establishing PULSE NOVA as a center for advanced mission systems.
The ongoing collaboration strategically focuses on developing sophisticated technologies, innovation, and global market expansion by targeting untapped and fragmented non-NATO markets outside of the European Union. In this partnership, EDGE brings its commercial strength and technology building blocks, while Indra enhances PULSE NOVA with technology transfer and contributions in engineering, commercial, and manufacturing capabilities.