Revolutionary Partnership: EDGE and UAE Defense Ministry Unveil MANSUP Technology Agreement
Dubai, United Arab Emirates – 15 November, 2023: The UAE Armed Forces have finalized a Letter of Intent with EDGE Group, a renowned global leader in advanced technology and defense solutions, for the acquisition of the extended-range MANSUP-ER and the shorter-range variant of the sophisticated anti-ship missile. The overall worth of the agreement stands at AED 1.102 billion and complements another substantial order for identical systems placed by the Brazilian Navy during the Dubai Airshow 2023.
Mansour AlMulla, Managing Director & CEO of EDGE Group, stated: “The achievements of the MANSUP program are now manifesting through the commitments being made by clients, including both the UAE and Brazilian Armed Forces. This reinforces the strength of global collaboration and the exchange of technological proficiency and expertise. Alongside SIATT, with the backing of the Brazilian Navy, we have crafted a solution with exceptional capabilities that is proving to be competitive on a worldwide scale. The rapid transition from design, testing, to production highlights EDGE’s growth strategy and ambition to establish the UAE as a pivotal player in the global defense industry ecosystem.”
Jointly developed with the Brazilian Navy and Brazilian Smart Weapons and High-Tech System expert, SIATT, in which EDGE has a 50% ownership stake, the MANSUP-ER systems have been tailored to satisfy the defense demands of the UAE Navy, the Brazilian Navy’s Frigate program, and for international export opportunities. EDGE is presently in advanced negotiations with various potential clients for the long-range surface-to-surface missile, which boasts adaptive sea-skimming capabilities, has a range of 200 km, and is equipped with inertial navigation and active radar homing systems. MANSUP solutions are undergoing extensive testing by Brazil’s naval fleet and will eventually be adapted for integration onto selected aerial and terrestrial systems.
