SAMI Returns as Strategic Partner for Third Saudi International Maritime Forum.

Dhahran: Under the patronage of Minister of Defense Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, Saudi Arabian Military Industries (SAMI), the national defense and security and a PIF company, announced in a press release that it will participate as a strategic partner in the third Saudi International Maritime Forum. Organized by the Royal Saudi Naval Forces, the forum will be held in Dhahran from November 19 to 21. According to Saudi Press Agency, SAMI will participate under the slogan "Protecting Our Borders", reaffirming its commitment to advancing Saudi Arabia's defense industries and supporting the localization of the Kingdom's defense spending. This participation aligns with SAMI's engagement in the initiatives of the General Authority for Military Industries (GAMI) to localize military spending in the Kingdom. At the forum, SAMI plans to present a range of innovative defense products and services that adhere to global specifications. This includes showcasing capabilities in maritime and advanced electronic s, such as the HAZEM Combat Management System (CMS), the first Saudi-made naval combat system. Designed with advanced technology, it is capable of engaging air-surface and subsurface targets, thereby bolstering maritime security in the region and protecting the Kingdom's strategic interests. SAMI will also feature its Unmanned Maritime Systems, including Unmanned Surface Vehicles (USVs), which are developed in collaboration with the Royal Saudi Naval Forces. Additionally, it will highlight its maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services for combat systems, aimed at improving their availability and performance over the ship's lifecycle. According to the release, SAMI will present its cybersecurity operations center, dedicated to monitoring, detecting, and isolating cybersecurity threats. This includes managing security products, network devices, servers, and IT data for facilities, alongside a variety of innovative cybersecurity products and solutions. SAMI Advanced Electronics Company (SAMI-AEC) will showcase its Vessel Traffic Management Information System (VTMIS), deployed in numerous local ports in the Kingdom. This advanced system enables seamless coordination of maritime traffic, enhancing the safety and efficiency of navigation and setting new benchmarks for maritime operations. The forum, held under the theme "Maritime Security in the Age of Artificial Intelligence", will gather more than 55 national and international entities from over 22 countries. It will bring together global leaders from the maritime, military, and technology sectors, along with high-ranking officials and regulatory bodies, to share insights, address pressing maritime challenges, and explore advancements in maritime security. SAMI's advanced capabilities in the maritime sector are further demonstrated by its success in equipping five Avante 2200 Corvette combat ships under the Alsarawat project with the advanced HAZEM system. The release emphasized SAMI's role as Saudi Arabia's leading national defense partner and its commit ment to supporting Vision 2030's goal of localizing 50% of the Kingdom's defense spending. Through its ongoing partnership with the Saudi International Maritime Forum, SAMI continues to highlight the growth and transformation in the Kingdom's defense sector, propels innovation, empowers national talent, and strengthens Saudi Arabia's position on the global stage.