The Doha International Maritime Defence Exhibition and Conference (DIMDEX 2024) is honoured to declare MBDA as a returning Gold Sponsor for its eighth edition. This marks the fifth consecutive partnership between DIMDEX and MBDA in this biannual event.
DIMDEX 2024 is held under the patronage of HH Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al-Thani, the Amir of the State of Qatar, proudly hosted and organised by the Qatar Armed Forces. The eighth edition of the biannual event will take place from 4 to 6 March 2024 at the Qatar National Convention Centre (QNCC), under the theme of “Igniting the Future of Maritime Security and Beyond.”
The sponsorship ceremony took place at the Ministry of Defence, in the presence of Staff Lieutenant General (Pilot) Salem bin Hamad bin Mohammed bin Aqeel Al Nabit, Chief of Staff of Qatar Armed Forces. The agreement was signed by Staff Brigadier (Sea) Abdulbaqi Saleh Al-Ansari, Chairman of DIMDEX and Toby Broughton, General Manager of MBDA Qatar.
Staff Lieutenant General (Pilot) Salem bin Hamad bin Mohammed bin Aqeel Al Nabit, Chief of Staff of Qatar Armed Forces said: “In the pursuit of our strategic objectives, we are steadfastly enhancing Qatar's influential position within the global defence industry. Our national defence scheme is built upon cutting-edge technologies, strategic expertise, and modern capabilities. This framework serves as a beacon of security, underscoring our persistent commitment to safeguarding the nation and actively contributing to international stability. We will persist in cultivating partnerships that contribute to the advancement of our armed forces.”
Staff Brigadier (Sea) Abdulbaqi S. Al-Ansari, Chairman of DIMDEX, stated: “As we gear up to launch another edition of the global defence and maritime exhibition, we take great pride in announcing the return of MBDA as an esteemed Gold Sponsor. Their continued commitment to driving innovation, fostering collaboration, and promoting progress in integrated maritime defence and security on a global stage is truly commendable. With the highly awaited biannual international event starting soon, we eagerly anticipate yet another successful edition”.
MBDA is a multinational European group and a global leader in complex weapon systems that play a vital role in ensuring the safety of nations.
Mr. Toby Broughton, General Manager of MBDA Qatar said: “MBDA is very proud to be sponsoring DIMDEX 2024 as Gold sponsor once again. Relying on the long standing and solid partnership with the state of Qatar, the company has been providing the Qatar Armed Forces with its most advanced missile systems fitted on naval, ground and air platforms.”
“MBDA has completed major deliveries to ensure operational readiness on time for the 2022 FIFA World Cup, enabling Qatar Armed Forces to secure air defence in particular. Cooperation being at the very heart of MBDA, the company aims at reinforcing partnership with Qatar Armed Forces, in line with Qatar National Vision 2030, and to sustain the security of Qatar with all its state-of-the-art and next generation systems and products,” he added.
World-leader in the field of complex weapon systems, MBDA is the only European group capable of designing and manufacturing complex weapons to meet the full range of operational requirements of the three armed forces (land, sea and air). MBDA is owned by Airbus (37.5%), BAE Systems (37.5%) and Leonardo (25%).
The Doha International Maritime Defence Exhibition and Conference (DIMDEX) is held under the patronage of HH Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al-Thani, Amir of the State of Qatar and hosted and organised by the Qatar Armed Forces.
The eighth edition of DIMDEX will be held from 4 to 6 March 2024 at the Qatar National Convention Centre, under the theme “Igniting the future of maritime security and beyond.” The show offers exhibitors and participants an important opportunity to showcase their state-of-the-art defence innovations and solutions as well as integrated and interoperable capabilities to address the evolving defence and security landscape.
DIMDEX 2024 also brings together Defence Ministers, international industry leaders, key decision makers, and VIPs to discuss the latest developments impacting the safety of the maritime domain.
Since its inception in 2008, DIMDEX has witnessed continuous growth to become a leading event in the international maritime defence and security industry calendar.
In addition to the main exhibition that will showcase the latest products and technologies, DIMDEX also hosts the Middle East Naval Commanders Conference (MENC), a highlight of each edition that attracts thought leaders from around the world to discuss the latest trends related to maritime defence and security. It will also feature the popular visiting warship display at the state-of-the-art Hamad Port, and the participation of key decision makers represented by VIP delegations.
DIMDEX reflects on Qatar’s commitment to providing a platform that displays the latest innovations, fostering long-term partnerships and unlocking commercial opportunities. The event also helps accelerate Doha’s economic growth through attracting thousands of participants and visitors, as well as contribute to enhancing the continued security and prosperity of the nation - all in line with the country’s National Vision 2030.
