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EdgeTI Forms Partnership with Leading Defense Industrial Conglomerate, NSMICO, to Rapidly Establish EdgeTI Solutions As a Major Defense/Technology Platform Inside Saudi Arabia and Middle Eastern Region

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Executive Summary

  • Edge Total Intelligence Inc. (edgeTI) and Najad Shield Military Industries Holding Co. (NSMICO) have entered a formal partnership to evaluate, demonstrate, and pursue deployment of real‑time operational intelligence, digital twin, and decision‑support technologies for defense, government, and critical infrastructure projects across the Middle East and Africa.
  • The collaboration will be showcased at the World Defense Show in Riyadh from 8 – 12 February 2026, highlighting edgeTI’s expanding defense technology platforms.
  • Both companies cite alignment with regional initiatives such as Saudi Vision 2030, UAE Operation 300bn, and mega‑projects like NEOM, positioning the partnership to capture growing demand for Industry 4.0, AI, IoT, and robotics solutions.

Key Details

  • Partnership Scope: Joint evaluation, demonstration, and potential deployment of edgeTI’s real‑time operational intelligence, digital twin, and decision‑support platforms for defense, government, and critical infrastructure customers in the Middle East and Africa.
  • Strategic Fit: Supports Saudi Vision 2030 and other regional economic diversification programs; targets growth areas including smart manufacturing, automation, energy efficiency, aerospace, and advanced manufacturing.
  • Demonstration Venue: World Defense Show, Riyadh Exhibition & Convention Center, 8‑12 Feb 2026 (Booth H3‑C7.3 & H3‑C7.5).
  • Company Statements:
  • Abdulmalik Tariq Al‑Qahtani (Chairman, NSMICO) emphasized the company’s role in delivering innovative military and security solutions aligned with Vision 2030.
  • Jim Barrett (CEO & Chair, edgeTI) highlighted the partnership as a catalyst to accelerate global endeavors in a high‑demand region.
  • Market Context: IMARC Group forecasts strong consumption of AI, IoT, robotics, and digital transformation technologies across oil & gas, aerospace, and advanced manufacturing sectors in the Middle East.

Notable Quotes

“We are the leading company in the field of supply and manufacturing of military and security products in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia… we contribute to achieving economic and social development by providing innovative and effective solutions…” – Abdulmalik Tariq Al‑Qahtani, Chairman, NSMICO

“Reaching this agreement, NSMICO gives us the opportunity to accelerate our global endeavors with a true leader in the region.” – Jim Barrett, CEO & Chair, Edge Total Intelligence Inc.

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