Abu Dhabi, UAE – The activities of the unmanned systems exhibitions “Yumex” and simulation and training exhibitions “Simtex” 2026 began today.
This will be held at ADNEC Abu Dhabi and will continue until January 22nd.
Yumex and Simtex 2026 are the only platform of its kind in the Middle East for unmanned systems, robotics, simulation technologies and training.
The seventh edition of the two events will witness an unprecedented expansion in the volume of participation and the scope of events.
In addition to an increasing focus on commercial and civil applications of these technologies, along with defense uses.
The current session is attended by a group of local and international experts, in addition to broad participation from national and international companies.
Reflecting advanced national capabilities in the fields of unmanned systems, artificial intelligence, simulation, training, and the expansion of civilian and commercial uses for these activities.
In a clear indication of the rapid growth of national industries in this strategic sector.
The current cycle achieved record growth rates in all performance indicators.
It is the largest in the history of the Yumex and Simtex exhibitions since their first launch in 2015.
The exhibition area increased by 34% to reach 40,322 square meters compared to the previous session in 2024.
The number of exhibiting companies and brands increased to 375 companies and brands, an increase of 74% compared to the previous cycle.
While the number of participating countries increased by 9% to reach 38 countries, including ten new countries participating for the first time.
The UAE pavilion is the largest pavilion participating in the two exhibitions, followed by the Chinese pavilion and then the American pavilion.
National companies represent 45% of the total number of companies, while international companies represent 55%.
This reflects the importance of these events and their vital role in supporting the development of national industries and enhancing their competitiveness and ability to access international markets.
In addition to establishing partnerships and localizing knowledge in the Emirates.
