KUALA LUMPUR, Malerzia – Caldes Holding Group is participating in the UAE National Pavilion at Asia Defence Services Expo 2026. Which will be held from April 20 to 23 in the Malaysian capital, Kuala Lumpur.
The group’s participation comes within the framework of its strategic orientation towards Southeast Asian markets, and strengthening its presence in these promising markets. In parallel with its commitment to the directives of the wise leadership and its vision of building an advanced and sustainable defense industrial system, based on innovation and local manufacturing. It contributes to strengthening national capabilities and consolidating the country’s position as a regional and global center for defense industries.
Land systems
During the exhibition, Caldas will showcase a group of its most prominent integrated defense solutions. Which was designed, developed and manufactured entirely within the UAE, and with qualified Emirati national hands and competencies. In a practical embodiment of the group’s advanced manufacturing capabilities.
In terms of land systems, CALDS offers an advanced range of land platforms. Among them is the modern vehicle “Mazid 001”, in a move that reflects its operational readiness, advanced capabilities in movement and maneuver, and integration with modern armament and sensing systems. In addition to models of the multi-role vehicle “Mazid 005”, and the eight-wheel drive armored personnel carrier “Suwaihan”, which is one of the most modern armored combat platforms in the world. And the MCAV multi-role vehicle. The “Beast” vehicle, in addition to the “Lynx” reconnaissance vehicle designed for reconnaissance and surveillance missions and the L52 155 mm artillery system, has a flame.
marine systems
At the marine systems level, the group displays a model of the patrol ship PV38. It is an advanced marine platform designed to support maritime security, surveillance and coastal protection missions with high efficiency.
aerial systems
Regarding air systems, Caldes reviews a model of the Badr-250 (B-250) light attack aircraft. Which represents one of the most prominent achievements of the national aviation industry and combines operational efficiency and flexibility in carrying out close air support missions. In addition to the B-250T (B-250T) training aircraft model, which serves as an advanced platform for preparing and qualifying pilots according to the latest standards.
The most prominent exhibits also include advanced models of Al-Haddah missiles, which are advanced missile systems that provide high targeting accuracy and advanced operational efficiency, enhancing the forces’ readiness and ability to deal with various threats.
strategic message
The group’s participation in the event is not limited to displaying products only. Rather, it represents a strategic message that affirms the ability of Emirati cadres and competencies to develop defense systems that match the highest international standards. It meets the requirements of modern fields of operations with high efficiency and reliability.
This participation also reflects the group’s keenness to expand its international presence and strengthen its strategic partnerships in Asian markets. This contributes to supporting national defense industry exports and opening new horizons for cooperation with relevant authorities in the defense and security sector.
Exploring promising opportunities
Calds looks forward to exploring promising opportunities for cooperation by meeting leaders and representatives of participating companies. Through it, Caldes’ innovative solutions are presented to meet national needs and expand its presence in global markets. In addition to its efforts to strengthen national supply chains to support its own capacity in this vital sector and transfer advanced technology to keep pace with modern developments. With the aim of highlighting the national defense product based on innovation and integrating artificial intelligence. And expansion regionally and internationally, to consolidate the UAE’s position as a leading pillar in the global defense industry.
