HENSOLDT in the UAE – Offset and industrial participation
As part of the UAE's offset program, HENSOLDT has invested in local initiatives that support the UAE's diversification of its economy, particularly in the electro-optic domain and industrial sectors. The company has collaborated with the UAE to transfer knowledge and develop local expertise thus contributing to the long-term sustainability of the UAE's defense and technology sectors.
Collaboration with local entities
HENSOLDT has an established joint venture with ATLAS Group. The JV, ATLAS Optronics is an Electro-Optic Centre of Excellence, providing the essential support required to keep the systems operational for the end-user. This JV embraces the UAE strategy to boost local MRO, manufacturing, innovation, and job creation in high-tech defence solutions.
Training and knowledge transfer
As part of the JV and offset program, HENSOLDT has contributed to the development of the UAE's workforce by providing training and knowledge transfer. This knowledge transfer ensures that both HENSOLDT and the UAE have local competence in a key area of defense technology.
Research and development (R&D)
HENSOLDT are actively working with the local authority in promoting R&D in the UAE, working alongside local entities to develop new technologies. These efforts aim to build local capabilities and create new high-tech industries within the UAE.
Commitment to local innovation
HENSOLDT’s engagement in the UAE is in line with the country's vision for economic diversification and technological leadership. HENSOLDT’s focus on local innovation supports the UAE’s long-term goals of becoming a global hub for technology and sustainable development.
HENSOLDT is supporting the UAE’s offset strategy and ambitions for a diversified, technologically advanced economy. We strive to be the UAE partner for sensor and security solutions.