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SPA Riyadh, February 12, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Saudi Arabian Military Industries (SAMI), a Public Investment Fund company, concluded its participation in the third edition of the World Defense Show 2026, marking a milestone in Saudi Arabia’s defense industrial transformation. During the five-day event, SAMI signed 25 strategic agreements, launched new specialized companies including SAMI Land Company and SAMI Autonomous Company, and introduced the SAMI Land Indu

SPA Riyadh, February 13, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The Ministry of Interior showcased its Unified Security Operations Centers (911) at the World Defense Show 2026 in Riyadh, highlighting initiatives developed in collaboration with the Quality of Life Program under Saudi Vision 2030. The centers unify emergency operations across security and service agencies to improve response times and coordination. They operate 24/7, receiving emergency calls, dispatching reports

SPA Riyadh, February 13, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The Indonesian pavilion at the third edition of the World Defense Show in Riyadh showcased a range of advanced military and security technologies, highlighting the diversity of the global defense industry. The pavilion featured defense products, integrated solutions, research and development services, and technologies designed to enhance operational readiness and improve the efficiency of military systems. The World

SPA Riyadh, February 12, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The Saudi Ministry of Interior has reinforced its commitment to environmental protection and sustainability through afforestation programs, expanded green spaces, and awareness initiatives, the ministry highlighted during the World Defense Show in Riyadh. Visitors to the ministry’s pavilion from February 8–12 were introduced to its environmental initiatives, advanced technologies, and monitoring capabilities aimed a

SPA Riyadh, February 13, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The third edition of the World Defense Show 2026 concluded on Thursday in Riyadh after five days of international engagement. The biennial exhibition, organized by the General Authority for Military Industries (GAMI) under the patronage of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, attracted record participation from the global defense sector. The event featured 1,486 exhibitors from 89 cou

SPA Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, February 12, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Bulgarian companies are presenting their latest military and security technologies at the third edition of the World Defense Show 2026 in Riyadh. The exhibitors are showcasing models of weapons and ammunition, military spare parts manufacturing services, and specialized engineering solutions for the defense sector. Their participation has attracted attention from international specialists in military a

SPA Riyadh, February 11, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The Ministry of Interior’s pavilion at the World Defense Show 2026 featured a large panoramic display designed to showcase the ministry’s framework, institutional values, and commitment to safety, security, and sustainability. The pavilion incorporates an integrated visual platform that allows visitors to observe the ministry’s solutions from multiple angles, reflecting transparency and engagement with the public. E

SPA Riyadh, February 11, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Women in Saudi Arabia have become increasingly integral to the Ministry of Interior’s security operations, participating in field, administrative, and specialized tasks across local, regional, and international events. At the ongoing World Defense Show in Riyadh, the ministry highlighted the contributions of women in maintaining security, protecting lives and property, and supporting public safety initiatives. Their

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