Barzan Holdings Introduces Drones and Unmanned Vessels at Milipol 2026
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Barzan Holdings, the state-owned defense company of Qatar, unveiled over a dozen new defense platforms at the Milipol 2026 exhibition in Doha. These include first-person-view (FPV) drones, vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) uncrewed aerial vehicles, unmanned surface vessels, and electronic warfare systems. The company emphasized the importance of these advancements in enhancing Qatar's domestic defense capabilities amid regional security challenges.
The introduction of these systems is crucial as Qatar aims to bolster its defense industry under the 'Made in Qatar' initiative, particularly in response to increasing threats from Iranian missile and drone attacks. Barzan's new offerings, including the Rasid unmanned surface vessel and the Barzan Conversion Solution, highlight the country's commitment to securing its critical infrastructure and enhancing its military capabilities.
Barzan Holdings also announced a joint venture with Ukrainian firm Carmine Sky to develop a comprehensive 'Full-Cycle Air Defence' capability. This initiative aims to integrate various defense technologies to protect national security and critical assets, with a focus on countering a wide range of unmanned aerial threats. No further timeline was disclosed at the time of publication.
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