Leonardo Unveils Innovative Secure Communication Solutions for the UAE

Leonardo has fortified its collaboration with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in the realm of cyber security by finalizing a deal to implement a comprehensive technological enhancement of the UAE Defence’s secure communications framework.

The initiative’s objective is to boost secure communications and information systems for the UAE’s national defense, offering state-of-the-art protections for strategic applications. These upgrades will substantially enhance network and IT infrastructure security, increasing resilience against both cyber and physical threats while ensuring the availability, authenticity, integrity, and confidentiality of data and services. Leonardo will spearhead the design and modernization of the secure communications network utilizing cutting-edge technologies, resulting in an integrated and interoperable system capable of seamless operations and ongoing improvements. A primary focus of the project will be the creation of innovative encryption strategies to guarantee the highest security standards for communications and information management.

Initially initiated in 2017, the UAE’s effort to create national secure communication capabilities has highlighted the enduring partnership between Leonardo and the UAE Armed Forces, further solidifying Leonardo’s position as a reliable ally.

With a strong presence in the UAE for over five decades, Leonardo has established one of its largest export markets in the region, delivering a diverse array of products, services, and collaborations across civil and defense sectors.

Leonardo’s mission-critical solutions are presently deployed in over 50 nations globally, supporting essential infrastructures, homeland defense, law enforcement, and emergency response. As cyber security becomes increasingly essential across all sectors, the demand for robust protections will span digital and physical infrastructure to include systems, platforms, communications, and mobility from the earliest design phases. Data collection, analysis, utilization, and protection are vital components in these advancing technologies. With advanced capabilities in high-performance computing and reliable artificial intelligence, Leonardo is uniquely positioned to aid governments and institutional bodies in their digital transition efforts, guaranteeing enhanced security and improved service quality for communities.