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EDGE and CS Group sign MoU to collaborate on tactical communications project
EDGE, one of the world’ s leading advanced technology and defence groups, and CS Group, part of Sopra Steria, the European tech leader, specialising in the design, development and implementation of tactical communication solutions and information systems, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding( MoU) to collaborate on an advanced tactical communications project.
Launched in November 2019, the UAE’ s EDGE is one of the world’ s leading advanced technology groups, established to develop agile, bold and disruptive solutions for defence and beyond and to be a catalyst for change and transformation.
Signed at the International Paris Airshow 2025 by Waleid Al Mesmari, President, Space & Cyber Technologies, EDGE and Pierre Lopez, Chief Executive Officer of CS Group, the MoU lays the foundation for the integration of an operational command system with a tactical data network, enabling the development of a world-class sovereign solution.
EDGE’ s Space & Cyber Technologies Cluster would lead the collaboration with CS Group to co-develop advanced technologies as part of a broader strategic initiative to strengthen multi-domain digital battlespace capabilities.
The MoU is the latest development in EDGE’ s drive to develop and produce innovative and ultra-secure communication systems for armed forces, governments and businesses seeking reliable and highly secure communication solutions in the most challenging operational environments.
General Assembly Bahrain and Advantari unite to strengthen digital expertise
General Assembly( GA) Bahrain and Advantari Digital Solutions have formalised a partnership aimed at enhancing digital skills and bridging the gap between education and industry demands in Bahrain.
Advantari with skilled professionals ready to contribute to on-going projects, while offering GA graduates real-world experience in a dynamic consultancy environment.
Advantari, a Bahrain-based consultancy specialising in Digital Transformation and cybersecurity, has rapidly established itself as a trusted advisor for organisations navigating the complexities of the digital age.
With services ranging from CTO and CISO-as-a-Service to mobile and web application development, Advantari focuses on delivering tailored solutions that drive business advantage while safeguarding against cyberthreats.
Through this collaboration, Advantari will gain access to GA Bahrain’ s pool of graduates who have completed intensive programmes in software engineering, data analytics and UX design. This initiative aims to provide
The partnership also encompasses joint efforts in organising events such as career fairs, panel discussions and workshops. Advantari’ s involvement will provide students with insights into current industry practices while also allowing the company to engage with emerging talent and innovative ideas.
By aligning industry insight with skills development, the collaboration sets a new precedent for how companies in Bahrain can contribute to building futureready talent. Both organisations share a belief that investing in people is the most powerful way to drive innovation, growth and long-term impact across the Kingdom’ s tech ecosystem. p
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