THE SIXTH EDITION OF THE UNMANNED SYSTEM EXHIBITION AND CONFERENCE
THE MIDDLE EAST'S PREMIER EVENT FOR DRONES, ROBOTICS, & UNMANNED SYSTEMS
Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the sixth edition of UMEX & SimTEX 2024 saw record attendance and showcased cutting-edge technology. This key event offered valuable networking opportunities and highlighted the latest advancements in unmanned systems, fostering innovation, collaboration, and business growth in the industry.
27,356
Attendees
93
Participating Countries
214
International Exhibitors
270
Delegations
Unlock Unmatched Opportunities at UMEX 2026
Building on the proven success of previous Unmanned Systems Exhibitions and Conference, the Middle East is set for an exceptional UMEX 2026.
This edition will elevate the event’s impact, aligning with the expanding global demand in the unmanned sector and solidifying UMEX as the premier event for discovering and leveraging cutting-edge industry advancements.
UMEX will continue to be the leading hub for connecting manufacturers, operators, and decision makers, fostering strategic partnerships that drive the industry forward. The event will also highlight the transformative roles of unmanned systems in military simulation, environmental sustainability, civil applications, and humanitarian efforts.
Join us at UMEX 2026 as we push the boundaries of innovation and set new standards of excellence in the unmanned systems industry.
WHY EXHIBIT?
WHY EXHIBIT?
EXHIBITING AT UMEX AND SIMTEX
EXHIBITING AT UMEX AND SIMTEX
UMEX Conference: Shaping the Future of Unmanned Systems
The UMEX Conference is a high-level platform bringing together global leaders, government officials, and industry experts to discuss the latest advancements and challenges in unmanned systems, robotics, and artificial intelligence. Held alongside the UMEX & SimTEX exhibitions, the conference explores critical topics such as defense applications, cross-sector innovations, regulatory frameworks, and the integration of autonomous technologies into future operations. Join the conversation driving the evolution of autonomous systems in a rapidly transforming world.
WHY JOIN UMEX NEXT-GEN STARTUPS?
- Connect with global investors, industry experts, and defence leaders
- Explore partnerships and cutting-edge innovations
- Showcase your startup to an audience of 27,000+ professionals
- Gain speaking and networking opportunities at an international stage
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H.E. Omran Sharaf
Assistant Minister
Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation for Advanced Science and Technology, UAE
H.E Dr. Mohamed Al Kuwaiti
Head Of Cybersecurity
Government of UAE
Vice Admiral Brad Cooper
Commander
U.S. Naval Forces Central Command
Prof Fakhreddine (Fakhri) Karray
Professor of Machine Learning
Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI)
Stanislas Gourlez de La Motte
Navy Advisor to the Chairman and C.E.O.
Naval Group
Brigadier (rtd.) Tim Allen
CEO
Houbara Defence & Security
Maj. Gen. Lee Bo-hyung
Inaugural Commander
Drone Operations Command - South Korea
Col. Dr. Rashed Aldhaheri
Assistant Professor of International Relations
UAE National Defence College
Brandon Tseng
President & Cofounder
Shield AI
Mohsen Al Awadhi
Director of the Space Missions Department
UAE Space Agency
Giulio Segurini
CEO, Partner
STRADAai
Eszter Kovács
CEO
DroneTalks Group
Gary W. Rosholt RADM, USN(Ret)
Corporate Vice President, Middle East Operations
L3Harris Technologies, Inc.
Dr Yehya Al Marzooqi
Executive Advisor, Group CEO
Emirates Steel Arkan
Dr. Zhengxiong (Maso) Yang
Mobility Solution Architecture Lead
Bayanat
Robert Harward VADM, USN (Ret.) SEAL
Executive Vice President, International Business & Strategy
Shield AI
Dr. Ray O. Johnson
CEO
Technology Innovation Institute (TII)
Ashfaq Ladha
Senior Vice President Corporate Finance
EDGE Group
Dr. Robert Sadowski
Army Chief Roboticist, Ground Vehicle Systems Center
AFC Combat Capabilities Development Center
Dr Shreekant (Ticky) Thakkar
Chief Research Officer, Secure Systems Research Centre
Technology Innovation Institute
Malik Majali
Technical Manager
SCS
Dr. Sherif Hashem
Information Sciences and Technology
George Mason University (GMU)
Prof Daniel Baltrusaitis
Consultant
Defence Sector
Dr. Roberto Sabatini
Professor of Aeronautics and Astronautics
Khalifa University
Anas Al Otaiba
General Manager
Emirates Defense Companies Council
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