Edge has signed a cooperation agreement with Republikorp, an Indonesian defence holding company, during the Dubai Airshow 2025 (DAS 2025).
“This landmark defence initiative represents a significant milestone in EDGE’s international growth. In partnership with Republikorp, we are helping to shape a modernised, self-sustaining defence ecosystem that strengthens Indonesia’s national security and industrial capability. This programme embodies our commitment to enduring collaboration, technology transfer, and the delivery of advanced, integrated systems," Managing Director and CEO of Edge, Hamad Al Marar, said.
The agreement will encompass transfer of technology (ToT), localised production, co-development initiatives, and a comprehensive modernisation program for the Indonesian Armed Forces.
The total financing and procurement package will amount to US $7 billion (approx. AU $10.8 billion), provided through the UAE to advance Indonesia’s defence modernisation, technological capability, and industrial autonomy.
“This USD 7 billion partnership marks a major step toward Indonesia’s long-term defence autonomy, industrial independence and international confidence. By joining forces with EDGE, we are investing in both systems and human capital for the strategic benefit of both the UAE and Indonesia in advanced defence manufacturing. This is more than just cooperation between two companies; this is a bond between two brotherly nations," Group Chairman of Republikorp, Norman Joesoef, stated.
The collaboration will include a broad portfolio of advanced defence systems, notably the SkyKnight air defence missile system, next-generation infantry fighting vehicles (IFVs), unmanned stealth missile boats, cyber defence, and small arms ammunition production capabilities.