Abu dhabi: EDGE, one of the world's leading advanced technology and defence groups, and Naval Group, a global leader in naval defence systems and maritime security solutions, have signed an agreement at Eurosatory 2026 to conduct a series of firing trials for the SKYKNIGHT air defence missile using Naval Group's Rampart.
According to Emirates News Agency, the agreement, signed between Naval Group and EDGE Group's smart weapons producer, HALCON, marks the next phase of cooperation between the two companies and will support the assessment of SKYKNIGHT's integration with Rampart. This collaboration seeks to expand potential options for naval operators who are in search of flexible and layered air defence capabilities against evolving aerial threats.
The trials campaign is scheduled to be conducted in the UAE between 2026 and 2027, beginning with a land-based testing phase before advancing to maritime demonstrations. The programme will leverage Naval Group's expertise in naval combat systems integration and weapon launch technologies alongside HALCON's advanced missile development and manufacturing capabilities.
This integration effort underscores a shared commitment to delivering adaptable and cost-effective defence solutions that address emerging operational requirements across multiple domains. By combining an advanced short-range air defence effector with a modular naval launch architecture, the collaboration aims to provide operators with enhanced flexibility, increased mission readiness, and greater capability against increasingly complex threat environments.