The eighth edition of the Doha International Maritime Defence Exhibition and Conference (DIMDEX 2024) will take place from 4 to 6 March 2024 at the Qatar National Convention Centre (QNCC).
Held Under the patronage of HH Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al-Thani, Amir of the State of Qatar, DIMDEX 2024 is proudly hosted and organised by the Qatar Armed Forces and will be held this year under the theme of “Igniting the future of maritime security and beyond.”
The event is already primed for major success, having received an overwhelmingly enthusiastic response from exhibitors and participants, both domestically and internationally.
Since its inception in 2008, DIMDEX has witnessed continuous growth to become a staple event in the international maritime defence and security industry calendar. In addition to the main exhibition, DIMDEX hosts the Middle East Naval Commanders Conference (MENC), a highlight of each edition that attracts key leaders from around the world to discuss the latest trends, challenges and solutions in maritime defence and security.
DIMDEX will also include the participation of key decision makers represented by VIP delegations and feature the popular visiting warship display at Hamad Port, which will provide attendees an opportunity to explore modern naval warships. The event will also spotlight emerging technologies that include cybersecurity software, anti-piracy systems, artificial intelligence (AI), C5ISR systems and unmanned systems.
Three major Sponsors are confirmed to-date for DIMDEX 2024, including:
Fincantieri: Diamond Sponsor
Fincantieri is one of the world’s largest shipbuilding groups, the only one active in all high-tech marine industry sectors. It is leader in the construction and transformation of cruise, naval and oil & gas and wind offshore vessels, as well as in the production of systems and component equipment, after-sales services and marine interiors solutions. Thanks to the expertise developed in the management of complex projects, the Group boasts first-class references in infrastructures, and is a reference player in digital technologies and cybersecurity, electronics and advanced systems.
With over 230 years of history and more than 7,000 ships built, Fincantieri maintains its know-how, expertise and management centres in Italy, here employing 10,000 workers and creating around 90,000 jobs, which double worldwide thanks to a production network of 18 shipyards operating in four continents and with over 20,000 employees.
MBDA: Gold Sponsor
MBDA is a unique multi-national European group, a world-leader in the field of complex weapon systems, playing a key role in keeping nations safe. Created in the spirit of international co-operation, MBDA and its 14,000+ employees work together to support the national sovereignty of France, Germany, Italy, Spain and the UK, and their allies worldwide. As an accelerator for innovation, MBDA is the only European group capable of designing and manufacturing complex weapons to meet the full range of current and future operational requirements of the three armed forces (land, sea and air).
Airbus (37.5%), BAE Systems (37.5%) and Leonardo (25%) jointly own MBDA.
Barzan Holdings: Gold Sponsor
Barzan Holdings’ mission is to strengthen Qatar’s sovereignty and support the long-term development of R&D, knowledge transfer, human capital, industry and innovative technology in Qatar’s defense and security sector. To achieve its mission, Barzan Holdings operates under three pillars: investments, R&D and strategic procurement.
Barzan Holdings’ vision is to become a leading global defense and security investment group through direct investments and, by partnering with international organizations, to build outstanding technological capability and human knowhow in Qatar and in the international market.
