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SPA Riyadh, February 10 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Defense signed 28 contracts with local and international companies specialising in military industries during the World Defense Show (WDS) 2026 in Riyadh, the ministry said. Defense Assistant Minister for Executive Affairs Khaled Biyari signed four contracts with the chief executives of France’s MBDA, Raytheon Saudi Arabia, South Korea’s Hanwha Aerospace, and Italy’s Leonardo. Ministry of Defens

SPA Riyadh, February 10 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Saudi Arabian Military Industries (SAMI) inaugurated the SAMI Land Industrial Complex at the World Defense Show and launched a new wheeled armoured vehicle line under the HEET Program, alongside a local content programme designed to build national defence supply chains. The complex spans 82,000 square metres within an industrial area of one million square metres and operates in line with Industry 4.0 technologies, leverag

SPA Riyadh, February 9, 2026 (SABN) – Saudi Arabia’s General Directorate of Border Guard is showcasing an integrated security system for border protection at the Ministry of Interior’s pavilion during the World Defense Show in Riyadh, which runs from February 8 to 12. The system includes radar supported by thermal cameras designed to detect drones and to monitor, identify and classify moving targets. It also functions as an early warning capability for critical facilities and

SPA Riyadh, February 9, 2026 (SABN) – Saudi Public Security is debuting an electric Lucid Gravity security vehicle at the Ministry of Interior’s pavilion during the World Defense Show in Riyadh, running from February 8 to 12. The vehicle integrates artificial intelligence and specialised security equipment aimed at supporting field operations and reducing emergency response times. Public Security said the display reflects a focus on smart security solutions, including predict

SPA Riyadh, February 9, 2026 (SABN) – Boeing is presenting a range of aerospace and defence systems at the World Defense Show in Riyadh, which runs from February 8 to 12. Boeing Global President Brendan Nelson said the company’s relationship with Saudi Arabia spans nearly five decades, adding that its participation at the exhibition reflects continued engagement in defence readiness and capability development. The company highlighted cooperation with Saudi partners across the

SPA Riyadh, February 9, 2026 (SABN) – stc group is participating as an official partner in the third edition of the World Defense Show in Riyadh, running from February 8 to 12, with a focus on mission-critical communications networks and operational connectivity. During the event, specialized by stc, the group’s critical communications arm, is presenting technologies and network solutions designed for operational environments that require rapid response and continuous communi

SPA Riyadh, February 9, 2026 (SABN) – Saudi Arabia’s National Center for Meteorology is providing specialised weather and climate services for the World Defense Show in Riyadh, supporting air navigation and the safety of air shows and ground demonstrations during the exhibition. The centre is taking part in the event, which opened on Sunday and runs until February 12. At its pavilion, the National Center for Meteorology is showcasing meteorological technologies and systems us

SPA Riyadh, February 9, 2026 (SABN) – Saudi Arabia’s National Industrial Development Center signed a memorandum of cooperation with Airbus to explore opportunities to develop and localise the aviation and helicopter industry in the Kingdom. The signing took place on the sidelines of the World Defense Show in Riyadh under the patronage of Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources Bandar Alkhorayef. Under the memorandum, the two sides will examine steps to build an integrated

SPA Riyadh, February 9, 2026 (SABN)  – The Prince Sultan Defense Studies and Research Center is participating in the third edition of the World Defense Show in Riyadh, joining local and international exhibitors from the defence, security and military industries. The centre is showcasing research and technological projects and advanced defence solutions, while highlighting efforts to develop national talent and link scientific research to the needs of the defence sector. The p

SPA Riyadh, February 9, 2026 (SABN) – Saudi Arabia’s General Directorate of Civil Defense is showcasing a firefighting aircraft at the Ministry of Interior’s pavilion during the World Defense Show in Riyadh, which runs from February 8 to 12. The aircraft is designed for direct and indirect aerial firefighting missions in challenging environments, including rugged terrain and remote areas, with a focus on reducing response times and supporting ground teams, according to the Ci

SPA Riyadh, February 9, 2026 (SABN) – Saudi Arabia’s defence minister Prince Khalid bin Salman visited the Ministry of Interior’s pavilion at the World Defense Show in Riyadh, which runs from February 8 to 12. The pavilion highlights technical solutions focused on security services and community support, including operational capabilities designed to strengthen decision-making, command and control, and predictive intelligence. During the visit, Prince Khalid reviewed systems

SPA Riyadh, February 9, 2026 (SABN) – Saudi Arabia’s defence minister Prince Khalid bin Salman on Sunday inaugurated the third edition of the World Defense Show in Riyadh under the patronage of King Salman bin Abdulaziz, as the kingdom seeks to deepen international defence cooperation and expand domestic military manufacturing. The show, organised by the General Authority for Military Industries (GAMI), runs until February 12. At Saudi Arabian Military Industries’ (SAMI) pavi