Calidus and Safran Sign Strategic Teaming Agreement to Strengthen Aerial Delivery Capabilities in the UAE

Dubai, United Arab Emirates (21 November 2025): Calidus Holding Group, one of the leading defence and manufacturing companies, and Safran Electronics & Defense, a global leader in high-technology defense solutions, today announced the signing of a teaming agreement aiming at meeting the growing demand for advanced aerial delivery services in the UAE.

As part of the agreement, Calidus and Safran Electronics & Defense are partnering to jointly develop a state-of-the-art aerial delivery capability for the UAE, combining Calidus’ advanced industrial capabilities with Safran’s world-class expertise in personnel and aerial delivery parachute systems, further supporting the nation’s ambition to become a regional hub for advanced defence technologies.

The cooperation will also address personnel parachutes, with Safran Electronics & Defense leveraging its recognised expertise in designing and producing a comprehensive range of round parachutes for tactical mass airdrops, thereby ensuring the highest standards of operational excellence and safety.

Commenting on this, Dr. Khalifa Murad Alblooshi, Managing Director and CEO of Calidus Holding Group, said: “This new agreement marks another milestone in our long-term strategic industrial partnership with Safran Electronics & Defense to enhance the capabilities of national defence industries. Today, we are addressing the growing demand for such services in the UAE, and reinforcing the nation’s vision of building a sovereign, sustainable, and innovation‑driven defence industry. This collaboration underscores our commitment to developing national talent, enhancing local production, and positioning Calidus as a regional hub for advanced defence technologies.”

Franck Saudo, CEO of Safran Electronics & Defense, said: “This partnership with Calidus embodies Safran Electronics & Defense’s ambition to be at the forefront of technological sovereignty and operational performance. Together, we are contributing to the future of aerial delivery in the UAE. By combining our proven expertise with Calidus’ industrial strength, we are not only delivering world-class solutions – we are empowering our partners with the capabilities to achieve lasting autonomy, resilience, and leadership in defence innovation.”

The aerial delivery services market in the MENA region is experiencing strong growth, driven by increasing demand for military logistics and the region’s expanding role in humanitarian operations. Through this partnership, Calidus and Safran Electronics & Defense are well positioned to meet these evolving needs with high-performance, flexible, and locally produced systems.

Source: Safran