Abu Dhabi, UAE/ São Paulo, Brazil: EDGE, one of the world’s leading defence and advanced technology groups, has established a partnership with the Brazilian Army to create a framework for the experimentation of next-generation weaponry by specialised troops.

The partnership includes the evaluation, in rigorous and realistic operational environments, of the CARACAL Assault Rifle CAR 816, chambered in 5.56x45 mm NATO, and the CARACAL Sniper Rifle CSR50, chambered in 12.7x99 mm NATO. The tests will be conducted by specialised units, enabling the assessment of performance in highly demanding and scenario-specific conditions.

The agreement reflects the shared interest of both parties in promoting knowledge exchange and joint capability development through technical, operational, and logistical discussions. The initiative aims to identify solutions that enhance the deployment of these systems within the Brazilian Army, as well as support the training and development of human capital, strengthening the competencies of special forces operating assault and precision rifles. It is expected that the outcomes will directly contribute to increasing combat effectiveness and raising operational readiness levels across the Brazilian Land Force.

This agreement represents a further step in EDGE’s collaboration with the Brazilian Army, reinforcing its commitment to innovation, operational excellence, and the development of strategic capabilities in Brazil.

About EDGE

Launched in November 2019, the UAE’s EDGE is one of the world’s leading advanced technology groups, established to develop agile, bold and disruptive solutions for defence and beyond, and to be a catalyst for change and transformation. It is dedicated to bringing breakthrough innovations, products, and services to market with greater speed and efficiency, to position the UAE as a leading global hub for future industries, and to creating clear paths within the sector for the next generation of highly-skilled talent to thrive.

With a focus on the adoption of 4IR technologies, EDGE is driving the development of sovereign capabilities for global export and for the preservation of national security, working with front-line operators, international partners, and adopting advanced technologies such as autonomous capabilities, cyber-physical systems, advanced propulsion systems, robotics and smart materials. EDGE converges R&D, emerging technologies, digital transformation, and commercial market innovations with military capabilities to develop disruptive solutions tailored to the specific requirements of its customers. Headquartered in Abu Dhabi, capital of the UAE, EDGE consolidates more than 35 entities into five core clusters: Platforms & Systems, Missiles & Weapons, Space & Cyber Technologies, Technologies & Industrialisation, and Homeland Security.

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