Abu Dhabi, UAE – The Balance Council for Defense Empowerment – Tawazun, and the French company UTAC, which specializes in testing vehicles, verifying their performance and approving them, signed. They signed a letter of intent to discuss opportunities for joint cooperation and study the possibility of establishing a commercial presence for the company in the UAE.
The letter of intent aims to evaluate potential cooperation opportunities in the areas of vehicle testing, performance verification, certification and approval. In addition to research, development and related mobility services, which supports the development of an advanced and integrated system for vehicle testing services in the UAE.
exchanging experiences
Under the letter of intent, the two sides will exchange experiences and information related to their capabilities and strategic objectives. Study the volume of demand and opportunities available in the advanced vehicle testing services market in the UAE and countries of the region. In addition to exploring prospects for cooperation with national authorities in future projects.
The letter of intent also stipulates that the two sides will study the possibility of establishing a specialized vehicle testing center in the UAE. This contributes to supporting the requirements of the defense, security, and industrial sectors, and enhancing the state’s capabilities in the areas of testing, verification, and accreditation. In accordance with the best international standards and practices.
This step comes within the framework of the Balance Council for Defense Empowerment’s efforts to develop advanced national capabilities. Enhancing the competitiveness of defense and security industries, and attracting specialized international expertise and companies. To support knowledge transfer, localize technologies, and build a sustainable national industrial system.
