Abu Dhabi Autonomous Systems Investments (Adasi) is set to sponsor live demonstrations of unmanned systems at a exhibition in Abu Dhabi, UAE.

It comes as part of the renewed sponsorship agreement between the International Defence Exhibition and Conferences (Idex) and Adasi, a principal sponsor of the Unmanned Systems Exhibition (Umex) at Idex 2015.

Umex has been designed as an ideal business platform to promote and showcase unmanned systems technology.

The inaugural exhibition will provide a professional platform for manufacturers to meet operators and establish business relationships while promoting the ecological, environmental, civil and humanitarian benefits of unmanned systems.

Saleh Al Marzooqi, Idex chief executive officer, said: “The growing sophistication of unmanned systems technology is rapidly defining the modern defence era. It is through strategic partnerships and industry associations that strong business growth is achieved.

“We are delighted to have Adasi as principal sponsor in its first year. Unmanned systems represent the very leading-edge of defence technology, reinforcing strong security infrastructures.

“Supported by UAE Armed Forces GHQ and attended by regional government delegations, agencies, industry, military and civilian authorities, the event will be the ideal business platform to promote unmanned systems technology and capability to a dedicated and focused industry audience.”

Homaid Al Shemmari, Adasi chairman, said: “We believe Umex 2015 has the potential to complement our strong consistent achievements. This sponsorship is line with our aim to support local industrial capabilities in autonomous systems by contributing to the UAE’s vision for comprehensive development and economic diversification.” - TradeArabia News Service