EDGE, Safran Chart Path For Strategic Defence Cooperation in Brazil
Fahad Shabbir (@FahadShabbir)
Published: September 08, 2026 | 08:15 PM
SÃO JOSÉ DOS CAMPOS, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News / WAM – 08th Sep, 2026)
SIATT, a Brazilian EDGE Group entity specializing in smart weapons, missile systems, and systems integrator for Brazil’s strategic SisGAAz program, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Safran Electronics & Defence to explore cooperation in:
- Missile systems
- Loitering munitions
- Coastal defence
- Related technologies
A key initiative under the agreement will be establishing solid rocket motor development and production capabilities at SIATT’s facilities in Brazil. The companies will also collaborate on:
- Inertial measurement and navigation systems
- GNSS receivers
- Actuators
- Optronic sights
- Seekers
Hamad Al Marar, Managing Director & CEO, EDGE:
"This agreement extends our global partnership network to Brazil, bringing Safran Electronics & Defense together with SIATT to build solid rocket motor capabilities on Brazilian soil. It reflects our commitment to strengthening sovereign defence capability for our partners in the region."
Alexandre Ziegler, Head of Defense business Unit, Safran Electronics & Defense:
"We are pleased to enter into this partnership with EDGE and SIATT, bringing together complementary expertise and capabilities to support the development of new defence capabilities in Brazil. We look forward to working with our partners to explore opportunities for cooperation in Brazil and across the region."
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