During the International Defence Exhibition & Conference IDEX 2025, held in Abu Dhabi, UAE (United Arab Emirates), from February 17-21, Emirati defense company Calidus Land Systems secured a major contract valued at USD 642.5 million for the production of its Wahash 8×8 Infantry Fighting Vehicle (IFV). The deal was announced by Tawazun Council, the UAE’s primary procurement agency for the UAE Armed Forces, marking a significant milestone in the company’s history. Although the precise number of units to be delivered was not disclosed, the contract’s size reflects Calidus’ growing influence in the region’s defense sector.
Calidus Land Systems is an Emirati defense company that has rapidly established itself as a leader in the UAE’s (United Arab Emirates) defense industry. Founded in 2007 as part of the larger Calidus Group, the company has quickly gained a reputation for designing and producing advanced military systems, ranging from armored vehicles to missile systems. With a focus on indigenous defense capabilities, Calidus aims to reduce the UAE’s dependency on foreign suppliers and strengthen its defense manufacturing capabilities.