EDGE Wins Major UAE Unmanned Helicopter Contracts
EDGE has secured two major defence contracts to supply advanced unmanned helicopters to the UAE Ministry of Defence, marking one of the world’s largest orders for autonomous aerial systems. As a result, the agreements reinforce the UAE’s push to scale unmanned capabilities across intelligence and logistics operations.
Large-Scale UAS Supply Agreement
Under the contracts, EDGE entity ANAVIA will manufacture and deliver 76 HT-100 and 92 HT-750 unmanned helicopters to the UAE MoD. Notably, the order represents a significant expansion of rotary-wing unmanned aerial systems within national defence operations. Moreover, the scale of delivery highlights growing confidence in autonomous platforms for sustained military use. At the same time, the contracts position ANAVIA as a key supplier of advanced UAS technology within the region.
Mission Profiles and Capabilities
The HT-100 serves as a compact, all-terrain unmanned helicopter designed for intelligence, surveillance, and data-gathering missions. In addition, it operates effectively in day, night, and adverse weather conditions. Meanwhile, the larger HT-750 focuses on multi-role logistics missions and supports heavy payload transport with high flight stability. Consequently, the combined platforms address both tactical intelligence needs and operational resupply requirements.
Strategic Defence and Industry Impact
The contracts were announced during UMEX and SimTEX 2026, further aligning EDGE’s portfolio with large-scale defence modernisation efforts. Furthermore, the agreement strengthens domestic security capabilities while supporting the UAE’s broader advanced technology ecosystem. Ultimately, the delivery of these systems underscores the accelerating shift toward autonomous solutions in modern defence operations.
