WDS World Defense Exhibition Saudi Arabia 2026
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These weapons will decide the future of 3rd world war. massive conscription will require these weapons, talking about raising 40M to 50Million soldiers in heavy infantry Div/Cores.
Pakistan should start thinking about investing into solar power trucks in hybrid format.
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Summary of the most prominent contracts and agreements signed at the World Defense Show 2026
The exhibition witnessed the signing of more than 60 defense deals with a total value of approximately 33 billion Saudi riyals, equivalent to about 9 billion US dollars, which included major Saudi and international companies.
Among the most prominent international companies participating in the contracts are the French MBDA, the American Raytheon, the South Korean Hanwha Aerospace, the Italian Leonardo, the Turkish Aselsan, and the Turkish Baykar, in addition to the National Company for Mechanical Systems (NCMS) and the Saudi Military Industries Company (SAMI).
Among the announced deals and agreements
1- An agreement to purchase 4 C-27NG Spartan MPA maritime patrol aircraft with the Italian company Leonardo
2- An agreement to supply 8 satellites in cooperation with the Italian side
3- Signing the largest contract in the history of the Italian company WASS to supply MU90 torpedoes to the Saudi Navy
4 - Signing a contract between the Ministry of Interior and the Australian company Lürssen Australia to localize the manufacturing of marine vessels within the Kingdom
5 - Agreement to purchase and settle the Thrush 710P aircraft for firefighting missions
6 - An agreement between SAMI and Raytheon to localize the manufacturing and assembly of Patriot GEM-T missiles within the Kingdom.
7 - An agreement between the Saudi Company for Military Industries (SAMI) and the Turkish company Roketsan to produce cruise missiles and anti-armor missiles locally.
8 - An agreement between the National Company for Mechanical Systems (NCMS) and the French company KNDS to localize artillery ammunition, tanks, mortar bombs, propellant charges and fuses.
9- Signing an agreement between the General Authority for Military Industries (GAMI) and the French company KNDS to establish a new factory specialized in manufacturing cannon tubes inside the Kingdom with 105 mm and 155 mm calibres.
10- An agreement between SAMI and the Indonesian company PT Pindad to develop and manufacture automatic machine guns of 12.7 mm and 7.62 mm calibres.
11- An agreement between SAMI and the German company Rheinmetall to manufacture and produce the 25 mm Oerlikon KBA cannon inside the Kingdom.
In addition to dozens of memorandums of cooperation and understanding with local and international companies in the fields of military manufacturing, technology transfer, localization, maintenance and logistical support.
From what has been announced so far, these represent the majority of the major deals, with additional memorandums of understanding in the areas of space, drones, smart munitions, electronic systems, cyber warfare, and technical support and maintenance.
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The Kingdom and Airbus are moving towards the A400M deal with local manufacturing and technology transfer support
During the World Defense Exhibition 2026 in Riyadh, Airbus began negotiations with the Royal Saudi Air Force to sell 30 A400M tactical transport aircraft. The company seeks to present the improved aircraft by increasing the maximum payload to 40 tons, which allows the transport of heavy equipment such as armor and elements of the Patriot system. Airbus also signed a memorandum of understanding with the General Authority for Military Industries of Saudi Arabia (GAMI) to prepare a joint roadmap that supports the localization of its industry and technology transfer. So far, no final purchase deal has been announced, but Airbus officials They expressed great confidence in concluding the deal soon
Airbus Reshapes A400M For Saudi Arabia
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"Al-Baz," "Tair Shalwa," and "Al-Ajdil" are new drones manufactured in #SaudiArabia by WAKB Company- Capable of carrying more than 200 kg- Flight duration reaches more than 10 hours.
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China has equipped our hawks with the latest stealth drone "Wing Loong-10B" (known in Chinese as WZ-10B).
The plane is powerful in reconnaissance and attack, and the strongest thing is that this advanced model is only owned in the whole world by the Saudi forces and the Chinese army!
The plane is powerful in reconnaissance and attack, and the strongest thing is that this advanced model is only owned in the whole world by the Saudi forces and the Chinese army!
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(Saudi Arabia obtains the first armed version of the C-27J Spartan maritime patrol aircraft)
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia signed a contract to purchase 4 C-27J MPA (maritime patrol aircraft), becoming the first country in the world to obtain the new armed version of the C-27J Spartan maritime patrol aircraft, developed by the Italian company Leonardo.
This agreement represents an important strategic step for the Kingdom, as it enhances its capabilities in the field of maritime surveillance, coastal security, and protection of vital infrastructure, in light of the increasing regional security challenges.
My comment..
I'm not kidding, it's actually an amazing plane and the talk about it is long, so I was brief and did not go into detail about its other features, its superior capabilities, its armament, the accuracy of its aiming, and its targets, and these are the merits of Bin Saud's Munqiyat.
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia signed a contract to purchase 4 C-27J MPA (maritime patrol aircraft), becoming the first country in the world to obtain the new armed version of the C-27J Spartan maritime patrol aircraft, developed by the Italian company Leonardo.
This agreement represents an important strategic step for the Kingdom, as it enhances its capabilities in the field of maritime surveillance, coastal security, and protection of vital infrastructure, in light of the increasing regional security challenges.
My comment..
I'm not kidding, it's actually an amazing plane and the talk about it is long, so I was brief and did not go into detail about its other features, its superior capabilities, its armament, the accuracy of its aiming, and its targets, and these are the merits of Bin Saud's Munqiyat.
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Japan strengthens its presence in the Middle East via the NEC LR 02T long-range radar
The Army Recognition website revealed that Japan participated for the first time with a national pavilion at the World Defense Exhibition 2026 in the Saudi capital, Riyadh, in a move that reflects Tokyo’s strategic direction to expand its defense exports and build industrial partnerships in the Middle East region.
According to the website, NEC Corporation emerged among the participating companies, which provided the NEC LR 02T long-range air defense radar. This system is designed for long-range operations and rapid deployment in remote or rapidly changing environments. Japanese officials and company representatives described this appearance as part of a broader effort to enhance defense cooperation with regional partners who invest heavily in integrated air and missile defense systems.
Features of the Japanese NEC LR 02T radar
According to the website, the NEC-LR-02T radar relies on three-dimensional active phased array antenna technology. The radar is designed to combine mobility, rapid installation, and long-range detection capabilities, so that the system can be transported on two medium-sized trucks or carried on a single cargo plane, and installed by a team of six technicians in only about 30 minutes.
The radar operates in the S-band, which is a common frequency for monitoring medium- and long-range aerial targets due to its balance between range performance and resistance to weather factors. The radar covers 360 degrees with a full horizontal field of view and an altitude of more than 20 degrees, and the declared detection range reaches 350 kilometers against a target the size of a fighter jet.
Capabilities of the Japanese NEC LR 02T radar
The website indicated that the cylindrical electronic antenna (e-SCAN) is distinguished by its ability to provide complete coverage without moving mechanical parts, which reduces wear and improves operational readiness. The specifications indicate a range accuracy of less than or equal to 0.5 nautical miles, an azimuth accuracy of less than or equal to 0.5 degrees, and an altitude accuracy of less than or equal to 2,500 feet for a target at a distance of 100 nautical miles.
The system integrates gallium nitride (GaN) power amplifiers and digital beam forming technologies, enabling improved radiation lobes management, precise amplitude control, and optimal power consumption. The system is designed to operate in harsh environmental conditions with temperatures ranging from -40 to +50 degrees Celsius and a relative humidity of up to 95%.
Change in Japan's defense export doctrine
The website reported that the unveiling of the NEC-LR-02T in Riyadh comes within the framework of a gradual review of Japan's defense export doctrine, as defense equipment exports have historically been subject to strict restrictive principles since the post-war era, and recent years have witnessed gradual amendments that have expanded the categories of systems allowed to be sold, while maintaining a mandatory government licensing system.
This development reflects a more restrictive security environment in the Indo-Pacific region, and a political goal to maintain the national industrial base through overseas markets, and Japan's national pavilion at the exhibition for the first time represents a symbol of this strategic shift, indicating a coordinated and more visible promotion of Japan's defense industry capabilities abroad.
The Army Recognition website revealed that Japan participated for the first time with a national pavilion at the World Defense Exhibition 2026 in the Saudi capital, Riyadh, in a move that reflects Tokyo’s strategic direction to expand its defense exports and build industrial partnerships in the Middle East region.
According to the website, NEC Corporation emerged among the participating companies, which provided the NEC LR 02T long-range air defense radar. This system is designed for long-range operations and rapid deployment in remote or rapidly changing environments. Japanese officials and company representatives described this appearance as part of a broader effort to enhance defense cooperation with regional partners who invest heavily in integrated air and missile defense systems.
Features of the Japanese NEC LR 02T radar
According to the website, the NEC-LR-02T radar relies on three-dimensional active phased array antenna technology. The radar is designed to combine mobility, rapid installation, and long-range detection capabilities, so that the system can be transported on two medium-sized trucks or carried on a single cargo plane, and installed by a team of six technicians in only about 30 minutes.
The radar operates in the S-band, which is a common frequency for monitoring medium- and long-range aerial targets due to its balance between range performance and resistance to weather factors. The radar covers 360 degrees with a full horizontal field of view and an altitude of more than 20 degrees, and the declared detection range reaches 350 kilometers against a target the size of a fighter jet.
Capabilities of the Japanese NEC LR 02T radar
The website indicated that the cylindrical electronic antenna (e-SCAN) is distinguished by its ability to provide complete coverage without moving mechanical parts, which reduces wear and improves operational readiness. The specifications indicate a range accuracy of less than or equal to 0.5 nautical miles, an azimuth accuracy of less than or equal to 0.5 degrees, and an altitude accuracy of less than or equal to 2,500 feet for a target at a distance of 100 nautical miles.
The system integrates gallium nitride (GaN) power amplifiers and digital beam forming technologies, enabling improved radiation lobes management, precise amplitude control, and optimal power consumption. The system is designed to operate in harsh environmental conditions with temperatures ranging from -40 to +50 degrees Celsius and a relative humidity of up to 95%.
Change in Japan's defense export doctrine
The website reported that the unveiling of the NEC-LR-02T in Riyadh comes within the framework of a gradual review of Japan's defense export doctrine, as defense equipment exports have historically been subject to strict restrictive principles since the post-war era, and recent years have witnessed gradual amendments that have expanded the categories of systems allowed to be sold, while maintaining a mandatory government licensing system.
This development reflects a more restrictive security environment in the Indo-Pacific region, and a political goal to maintain the national industrial base through overseas markets, and Japan's national pavilion at the exhibition for the first time represents a symbol of this strategic shift, indicating a coordinated and more visible promotion of Japan's defense industry capabilities abroad.
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Qudra Company at WDS 2024 announces its cooperation with Steel Core Designs in the production of weapons and snipers
Through the Ministry of Investment, an agreement was reached to establish a joint entity between Qudra Industrial Company and Steel Core Group to localize, manufacture, and innovate small arms.
Through the Ministry of Investment, an agreement was reached to establish a joint entity between Qudra Industrial Company and Steel Core Group to localize, manufacture, and innovate small arms.
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