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13 Nov 24. Bahrain International Airshow 2024 launches with royal opening, aircraft debuts and international attendance.

Officially opened on behalf of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, by the Deputy King, His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa.
World-class aircraft display was opened by the Royal Bahraini Air Force and Gulf Air and features BIAS debuts from USDOD B-52H Stratofortress and flydubai on the static.

On behalf of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, the Deputy King, His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, inaugurated the seventh edition of the Bahrain International Airshow (BIAS) 2024 this morning at Sakhir Air Base which was held under the patronage of His Majesty the King.

Announcements came from a range of businesses in attendance across the show. Today Valo Aviation has become the Kingdom’s inaugural business jet operator after receiving its Bahraini Air Operators Certificate (AOC), with the aim to manage 15 aircraft within the next two years from its home base of Manama.

IronNet, the AI-based collective defense cybersecurity company, and Asterion, a leader in counter-UAS technology, also announced today at the Bahrain International Airshow a partnership on the protection of critical infrastructure through the integration of AI-based cybersecurity and counter-UAS solutions.

Over 125 different types of aircraft are being showcased, providing visitors the opportunity to experience them close up, before a curated flying display of assets and aerobatic teams takes to the sky to demonstrate the latest innovations and technologies in the industry. Aiming to be its busiest and most spectacular instalment yet, BIAS has also seen debuts from USDOD B-52H Stratofortress and flydubai within it’s static display.

Today’s afternoon flying display saw the skies above Sakhir Air Base filled with the world’s most renowned air display teams and aircraft, with showcases of the RBAF F-16, RSAF Saudi Hawks, RSAF Typhoon, US DOD F-16, Gulf Air B787-9, US DOD P-8 Poseidon, PAF JF-17, IAF Sarang Helicopter Team and The Global Stars.

The Bahrain International Airshow is held under the patronage of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, King of the Kingdom of Bahrain, and under the supervision of His Highness Shaikh Abdullah bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Personal Representative of His Majesty the King and the Chairman of BIAS’ Supreme Organising Committee.

The Bahrain International Airshow continues on 14 November and 15 November 2024.

For more information on the Bahrain International Airshow, visit https://airshow.bh/

14 Nov 24. DSMC Partnering to Achieve Innovation in Defense & Aerospace (PAIDA).

R&D Working Group | Wednesday, 20 Nov. 2024

Invite for DSMC Members

Topic: Learn More about the R&D in the UAE that is in work at Sharjah Research Technology and Innovation Park (SRTIP), at the American University of Sharjah (AUS)

Date: Wednesday, 20 Nov. 2024

Time: 14:00 – 16:00

Location: Sharjah Research Technology and Innovation Park (SRTIP), at the American University of Sharjah (AUS)

Presenters & Panelists Include:

Dr. Fareed Mahmoud Abdalla Alameeri, Chief Strategy Officer
Dr. Steve Griffiths, Professor and Vice Chancellor for Research
Dr. Ghaleb Husseini, Associate Vice Chancellor for Research
Dr. Ali Al Naser, Associate Vice Chancellor for Research Infrastructure

DEFENSE SERVICES MARKETING COUNCIL (DSMC) accelerates your defense and aerospace sector organizations growth with face to face and virtual access to decision makers and partners monthly working groups leading up to annual events and by providing tailored management consulting advisory services to our special sector that has been trusted by governments, global manufacturers and advanced research and development labs worldwide for over a decade.

Website: www.dsmc-intl.com

Website: www.MakeitintheEmirates.com

13 Nov 24. The third edition of World Defense Show (WDS) 2026, to be held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia from 8-12 February, has secured the record participation of more than 100 defense sector companies from China, underpinning the growing international interest in the event, which will showcase the future of defense through breakthrough technological advancements in the sector.

Since its inception, WDS has experienced substantial growth in exhibition space, increasing by an impressive 54 percent from 2022 to 2026—more than doubling its size. Following international interest, the floor space for WDS 2026 is already more than 50 percent sold out. Specific to the China country pavilion, 88 percent of the space has now been secured by Chinese companies, positioning it as the 2nd largest country presence over hosting Saudi Arabia.

The significant participation and interest from Chinese companies have been highlighted during the 15th Airshow China, held from November 12-17, 2024, in Zhuhai. Senior representatives of WDS are attending the event to provide potential exhibitors with the opportunity to learn more about WDS 2026 and to book their space, which is filling up quickly.

At WDS 2024, China had a noteworthy presence with one of the largest pavilions, making up 9 percent of the overall attendance. The companies showcased innovative technologies, underlining their cutting-edge capabilities in diverse areas of the defense industry.

Andrew Pearcey, Chief Executive Officer of World Defense Show, said, “The significant interest and commitment from Chinese exhibitors is a testament to the prominence WDS holds in the global defense space. Our goal is to bring together global and local stakeholders to advance networking opportunities, strengthen global knowledge-sharing, and shape the future of defense technology.”

WDS is participating in the 15th Airshow China, located at booth H5C19. Visitors can learn about popular features such as the ‘Meet the KSA Government’ program and enhanced WDS Connect. Other successful signature features as well as an abundance of new show themes and ways to network will be announced on WDS 2026 over the coming months.

13 Nov 24. Team Defence. ME Input into the Industrial Strategy – 4th December, 10:00 – 12:00.

Over the course of the last year, TD-Info have been running a series of SME Showcase events, designed to provide a platform for our SME’s to present their Defence Industry capabilities and experiences of working with the MOD and the Defence Industry. Through these events, and other TD-Info facilitated SME engagement activities and conversations, a number of themes have emerged, around the challenges that SME’s face in the Defence Industry, as well as the success stories that we have seen.

To provide an opportunity for SME’s to input into the MOD’s new Defence Industrial Strategy, TD-Info, in conjunction with the MOD document authors, are running an online Teams event on 4th December between 10am and 12 noon. This event is open to all TD-Info members, and will aim to collate SME’s Defence business sector experiences for use in the Defence Industrial Strategy. The information obtained via the event may also be used for other purposes with the aim of improving the way MOD, Defence Industry and SME’s work together.

The government published its Industrial Strategy Green Paper in early October 2024. This event is an opportunity to provide feedback directly to MOD document authors, which will in-turn contribute to the wider strategy.

4th December – Agenda:

Introduction and aims of the event – 10 minutes
The MOD perspective and input to the Defence Industrial Strategy – 10 minutes
Challenges with establishing business in Defence – 40 minutes

o A facilitated discussion around obstacles to SME’s doing business in Defence, with both the MOD and Defence companies – this can include commercial and other topics such as frameworks, security clearance, partnering etc

Success stories where entry to the Defence Industry has gone well – 30 minutes
Experience of doing business with other Government Departments, and other Industries. The differences between them and the MOD – 20 minutes
Conclusions and final inputs – 10 minutes

This event will take place online, via MS Teams, on 4th December, 10:00 – 12:00.

Please use the following button/link to register.

https://admin.teamdefence.info/public/delegate-registration/page-1.php?id=461

(Please note this event is open to TD-Info members only)

If you have any queries about the event, please contact Andy Whatman.

13 Nov 24. SDSC-UK 2024 Exhibition & Conference.

19 – 20 November 2024

Telford International Centre

VISITOR REGISTRATION CLOSES

Friday 15 November

Limited time remaining to secure your attendance at

SDSC-UK EXHIBITION & CONFERENCE ON 19 & 20 NOVEMBER!

£49.50 + VAT per ticket

provides your access to:

2-Day SDSC-UK 2024 Exhibition (Tues & Weds)

Ultra PCS SDSC-UK 2024 Welcome Drinks (Tues)

SDSC-UK 2024 Conference (Weds)

SDSC-UK 2024 Exhibition & Conference

19 – 20 November 2024

Telford International Centre

VISITOR REGISTRATION CLOSES Friday 15 November

Limited time remaining to secure your attendance at

SDSC-UK EXHIBITION & CONFERENCE ON 19 & 20 NOVEMBER!

£49.50 + VAT per ticket

provides your access to:

2-Day SDSC-UK 2024 Exhibition (Tues & Weds)

Ultra PCS SDSC-UK 2024 Welcome Drinks (Tues)

SDSC-UK 2024 Conference (Weds)

SDSC-UK 2024 NEW EVENT!

Doing Business with US Department of Defense

‘A briefing on the Foreign Comparative Testing Program’

Tuesday 19 November, at SDSC-UK 2024

Join members of the British Defence Staff, British Embassy, Washington DC, and personnel from the Office of the Undersecretary of Defense Research & Engineering – International Prototypes and Experimenting on Tuesday 19 November at 10:00 for a 10:15 briefing on the Foreign Comparative Testing (FCT) Program.

US DOD service representatives will share their knowledge and experience of working with their respective organisations and discuss how utilising the FCT program helps them achieve technological advantage.

Expected representatives from:

US Army

US Navy/USMC

US Airforce

US Special Operations Command

UK MOD representatives (US based) and Department for Business and Trade (Defence & Security Exports) will be on hand to answer questions regarding defence market strategies, protecting your intellectual property and how to leverage other engagement opportunities.

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SDSC-UK 2024 – What’s On:

Tues 19th November:

SDSC-UK 2024 Exhibition, Day One

Doing Business with US Defense – Foreign Comparative Testing Briefing

Welcome drinks sponsored by Ultra PCS

Weds 20th November:

SDSC-UK 2024 Exhibition, Day Two

SDSC-UK 2024 Conference Compere: Major General (Retd) Robin Anderton-Brown

US DOD ‘Meet the Buyer’ briefings

Registration closes 15 November 2024

The Specialist Defence & Security Convention UK (SDSC-UK) is the UK’s only dedicated event aimed at the Specialist User community and those that serve them.

Supported by UK MOD Strategic Command (UKStratCom), Defence, Equipment and Support (DE&S), DASA, Dstl and US Army Futures Command/DEVCOM, US Special Operations Command (USSOCOM), US Army Foreign Comparative Testing (FCT) and USSOCOM’s own innovation incubator SOFWERX, the event brings together strategic decision-makers from Military, Industry, Government Agencies, Academia as well as dedicated professionals who support the development of the industry.

08 Nov 24. DSMC Offsets & Economic Development Working Group | 18 Nov. 2024.

Invite for DSMC Members

Offsets & Economic Development Working Group | Topic: Dimensions within The Industrial Technology Transformation Index (ITTI)

Date: Monday, 18 Nov. 2024

Time: 14:00 – 16:00

Location: AFOC ERTH Hotel, UAE

Presenters & Panelists Include:

MoIAT – Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology

Website: www.dsmc-intl.com

Website: www.MakeitintheEmirates.com

12 Nov 24. The Canadian Institute’s 14th Annual Forum on U.S. Export & Reexport Compliance for Canadian Operations, January 29 – 30, 2025Sandman Signature Toronto Airport Hotel, Toronto, ON, where you’ll gain actionable insights into today’s complex trade compliance landscape. This year, I’ll be presenting a session addressing one of the thorniest issues in trade compliance: “The Grey Areas of ITAR and EAR Licensing of U.S. Person Activities Abroad.”

This session will be packed with practical insights for Canadian employers and their U.S. national workers navigating these TAR and EAR requirements. Together, we’ll tackle both the legal and practical consequences of these regulations—and I’ll provide guidance on how to manage effectively these risks in your organization.

I’m looking forward to a robust discussion and to helping you bring greater clarity and confidence to your compliance efforts. I hope you’ll join me for this session and the valuable conversations we’ll be having throughout the Forum, including in-person talks from the following U.S. government agencies:

Kevin Kurland

Deputy Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Export Enforcement

Bureau of Industry and Security

U.S. Department of Commerce

Benjamin J. Hawk

Deputy Chief, Deputy Chief, Counterintelligence and Export Control Section

National Security Division

U.S. Department of Justice

Evan Broderick

Deputy Director for Information and Communications Technology and Services

Bureau of Industry Security

U.S. Department of Commerce

Stacy Bostjanick

Chief Defense Industrial Base Cybersecurity

Office of the DoD Chief Information Officer

U.S. Department of Defense

Secure your seat at the early rates before they expire! Register now and bring your team. Group discounts are available.

13 Nov 24. SAE inaugural Loitering Munitions Conference takes place next week, bringing together over 250 leaders transforming military capabilities with loitering munitions (LM).

This is your chance to gain critical insights, make high-level connections, and explore the advanced, flexible, and precise capabilities of LMs that are aligning with both current and future warfare needs.

This is a guaranteed sell-out event with only 5 tickets remaining.

More than 23+ nations attending:

Here’s a snapshot of who you can meet:

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AeroVironment
AEVEX Aerospace
Airbus
Airbus Helicopters
AMDC GmbH
Anduril Industries UK
Anduril Industries USA
Applied Systems Engineering Inc. (ASEI)
Armasuisse / Federal Office for Defence Procurement
Army Air Corps
Army Trials Unit (ATU) – Experimentation Trials Group (ETG), British Army
Arquimea Aerospace, Defence and Security S.L.U.
ASSAN Group
Australian Armed Forces
Australian Army Headquarters
Auterion Government Solutions
BAE Systems Bofors
BAE Systems GCS
BAE Sytems Australia
Belgian Army Staff
Belgian Defence
Belgian Ministry of Defence
BlueBird Aero Systems
Brazilian Army
British Army
Canadian Army
CMC
CMC UAS Centre
Command of the Polish Territorial Defence Forces
Creomagic Ltd
CTI Computech International
Danish Artillery Regiment
Defence Equipment & Support (DE&S)
Defense Innovation Unit
Department for Business and Trade
Department of Defence
Diehl Defence
Domo Tactical Communications (DTC)
DSTL
Dymanit Nobel Defence
Dynamit Nobel Defence GmbH
Elbit Systems of America
Elbit Systems UK
Embassy of Romania
Estonian Defence Forces
European Defence Agency
Excelitas
Excelitas / Qioptiq
Experimentation and Trials Group
Federal Office of Bundeswehr Equipment, Information Technology and In-Service Support (BAAINBw)
Firestar Systems
Fraunhofer
French Army Staff Armament Programme Directorate
French Embassy
French-German Research Institute Saint-Louis (ISL)
Gate Technologies Ltd
General & Cooperative Services Programme, NATO Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA)
General Dynamics UK Limited
Glenair
Helsing AI
HQ Fd Army
IAI/ELTA
IAI-Systems Missiles & Space
IMP Castle Associates Limited
Israeli Aerospace Industries
ITA MoD
Italian Army
ITOPP
John Hopkins Applied Physics Lab
Joint Effects Trials & Development Group
KNDS France
KrattWorks
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Leonardo DRS
Level Peaks
Marine Corps Systems Command
Mil Cap Plans
Mindef Singapore
Ministry of Defense the Netherlands
National Institute of Aerospace Technology (INTA)
NATO HQ
Navy Command Ships Division
NCHQ
Netherlands Defence Academy / Ministry of Defence
NIOA
Nld Marine Corps
Northrop Grumman
NSSIF
ONRG
Overwatch Group
PEO Soldier, US Army
Persistent Systems
Polish Territorial Defense Forces Training Center
RAF
Rafael Advanced Systems
Raytheon Missiles & Defence
Raytheon, an RTX Business
Rheinmetall Landsysteme GmbH
Rheinmetall MAN Military Vehicles GmbH
Rheinmetall Waffe Munition GmbH
Rheinmetall Weapons & Munitions
ROKETSAN MISSILES INC
RTX Corporation
RWM Italia SPA
Saab Bofors Dynamics Switzerland
SAAB Group
SBG Systems
Silvus Technologies
SKD SE
Sky-Watch
SOCEUR
Spanish Army
Spanish Army Logistics Support Command
SpearUAV
Swedish Armed Forces Joint C5 School
Swedish Defence Research Agency
Swiss DoD
TDW Gesellschaft für verteidigungstechnische Wirksysteme mbH
Teledyne
Teledyne FLIR
Thales
Thales UK
The Swedish Defence Materiel Administration
Threod Systems AS
Trillium Engineering
Tualcom
TUALCOM UK
UASMU
Uavionix Corporation
UKDSE
Ukrainian Armed Forces
United States Central Command
United States Marine Corps
United States Special Operations Command
Unmanned Defense Systems
Unmanned Systems Forces Command, Armed Forces of Ukraine
US Embassy London
USSOCOM
UVision Air
VectorNav Technologies
Viking Arms Ltd
Volander
WB Electronics S.A.
WB GROUP
Xtend

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