EDGE, Republikorp sign deal for defence manufacturing in Indonesia

EDGE has signed a cooperation agreement with Republikorp, Indonesia’s leading defence holding company, during the Dubai Airshow 2025 (DAS 2025). The agreement encompasses transfer of technology (ToT), localised production, co-development initiatives, and a comprehensive modernisation programme for the Indonesian Armed Forces. Representing EDGE Group’s largest international programme to date, the total financing and procurement package amounts to US$7 billion, provided through the UAE to advance Indonesia’s defence modernisation, technological capability, and industrial autonomy. The collaboration includes a broad portfolio of advanced defence systems, notably the SKYKNIGHT air defence missile system, next-generation infantry fighting vehicles (IFVs), unmanned stealth missile boats, cyber defence, and small arms ammunition production capabilities, forming a cornerstone in Indonesia’s path towards defence self-reliance and the UAE’s global supply chain network. Hamad Al Marar, Managing Director and CEO of EDGE, said: “This landmark defence initiative represents a significant milestone in EDGE’s international growth. In partnership with Republikorp, we are helping to shape a modernised, self-sustaining defence ecosystem that strengthens Indonesia’s national security and industrial capability. This programme embodies our commitment to enduring collaboration, technology transfer, and the delivery of advanced, integrated systems.” Norman Joesoef, Group Chairman of Republikorp, said: “This US$7 billion partnership marks a major step toward Indonesia’s long-term defence autonomy, industrial independence and international confidence. By joining forces with EDGE, we are investing in both systems and human capital for the strategic benefit of both the UAE and Indonesia in advanced defence manufacturing. This is more than just cooperation between two companies; this is a bond between two brotherly nations.” EDGE Group to explore cooperation with Korea Aerospace Industries EDGE, one of the world’s leading advanced technology and defence groups, and Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI), one of Korea’s leading aerospace companies, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore potential areas of cooperation in the aerospace and defence industry, and related fields. The preliminary agreement reflects an early-stage engagement as both organisations review possibilities that may support shared interests across the defence and advanced technology fields. The MoU was signed by Jaehong Kim, VP and Head of International Business Development, MENA, and Khaled Al Zaabi, President – Platforms & Systems, EDGE, witnessed by JaeByoung Cha, CEO of KAI, and Hamad Al Marar, Managing Director and CEO, EDGE. For Editorial Inquiries Contact: Editor Kym Bergmann at [email protected] For Advertising Inquiries Contact: Group Sales Director Simon Hadfield at [email protected]