EDGE, one of the world’s leading advanced technology and defense groups, has signed a major $2.45 billion (AED 9 billion) defense contract with the Kuwait Ministry of Defense for the supply of FALAJ3 62-metre missile boats.
This contract marks the largest naval shipbuilding export in the region and ranks among the highest-value naval export deals globally. As the prime contractor, the company will lead the program which includes the design, construction, trials, and delivery of the vessels, in addition to Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) and In-Service Support (ISS).
EDGE will also provide the ammunition for the vessels, further demonstrating its end-to-end capability offering. Abu Dhabi Ship Building (ADSB), EDGE Group’s naval arm and the UAE’s leading shipbuilder, has been selected as the build subcontractor for the program.
“This agreement with Kuwait Ministry of Defense is hugely significant both in scale and strategic importance. It deepens long-term defense ties between our nations, brings a proven class of advanced vessels into regional service, and reinforces EDGE’s position as a trusted international partner. It also reflects the pace of industrial and engineering progress we’ve achieved in just a few years, and our ability to design, build, and deliver complex naval platforms at scale. As we enter a new phase of export-led growth, this program marks a clear signal of global confidence in what EDGE can deliver.”
The FALAJ 3-class missile boat has also been selected by the UAE Navy, with the first vessel, ALTAF, formally commissioned into service in February 2025. This operational deployment reflects the vessel’s proven capability and performance in regional waters.
With the latest agreement, these advanced 62-meter vessels are tailored to meet Kuwait’s operational requirements, offering high performance, advanced combat systems, and enhanced capabilities for littoral defense operations.
This latest contract reinforces EDGE’s position as a trusted partner for customers seeking turnkey defense solutions and integrated long-term support, while driving the UAE’s strategic objectives for defense exports and industrial collaboration, according to the statement.
