Abu Dhabi-UAE: – EDGE, one of the world’s leading advanced technology and defence groups, successfully completed extensive testing of its airborne cellular solution, ACTIVECELL-A with an undisclosed customer. The test demonstrated aircraft integration, highly accurate location acquisition, and full-system performance to support diverse emergency conditions and mission requirements.

Developed by EDGE’s electronic warfare arm SIGN4L, the cutting-edge solution delivers advanced detection, monitoring, and location capabilities over 2G, 3G, and 4G network technologies – offering a critical advantage during search and rescue operations.

Omar Al Zaabi, Senior Vice President – Trading & Mission Support, EDGE said: “Successfully completing this trial demonstrates the readiness of ACTIVECELL-A to support customers in the UAE and further afield to key markets. The system offers exceptional performance and accuracy, with operational capabilities designed for a wide range of mission requirements. In line with the UAE Leadership’s directive, EDGE and SIGN4L are proud to have developed this life-saving sovereign capability, which has proven to deliver positive search and rescue mission outcomes.”

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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 20 entities into four core clusters: Platforms & Systems, Missiles & Weapons, Electronic Warfare & Cyber Technologies, and Trading & Mission Support. 

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