Doha, Qatar: The Organising Committee of the Doha International Maritime Defense Exhibition and Conference (DIMDEX 2026) has signed a cooperation agreement with Barzan Holdings, under which the company will serve as the Strategic Partner and Gold Sponsor of the prestigious event for the fourth consecutive edition.

Held under the patronage of Amir H H Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani, and hosted and organised by the Qatar Armed Forces, the ninth edition of DIMDEX will take place from Jan 19-22, 2026, at the Qatar National Convention Centre. The event will be held under the theme:“A Global Hub for defense Innovations: Invest in Possibilities to Shape a Secure Tomorrow.”

The enduring partnership between DIMDEX and Barzan Holdings underscores the commitment of national entities to supporting major events hosted by the State of Qatar. It further reflects the notable advancement of the country's defense industries, while providing Barzan Holdings with a unique platform to present its innovations to global markets and to engage with the wealth of expertise the event attracts.

The signing ceremony was held at the Qatar Ministry of Defense in the presence of H E Chief of Staff of Qatar Armed Forces Lt. Gen. (Pilot) Jassim bin Mohammed Al Mannai and Chief Investment Officer at Barzan Holdings Mohammed Ahmad Al Mulla. The agreement was officiated by Chairman of the DIMDEX Organising Committee Staff Brigadier (Sea) Abdulbaqi Saleh Al Ansari and Chief Commercial Officer at Barzan Holdings Omar Fahad Al Qadi.

In this regard, Chief of Staff of Qatar Armed Forces H E Lt. Gen. (Pilot) Jassim bin Mohammed Al Mannai said:“The Qatari Armed Forces take great pride in organising and hosting the Doha International Maritime defense Exhibition and Conference, which serves as a platform that reflects our commitment to excellence in the military field. Our partnerships with national bodies and institutions play a vital role in the success of this event and in enhancing its international impact.”

Chairman of the DIMDEX Organising Committee Staff Brigadier (Sea) Abdulbaqi Saleh Al Ansari said,“Our longstanding partnership with Barzan Holdings represents a cornerstone in delivering another exceptional edition of DIMDEX.

“The company's pivotal role in advancing the defense industry and introducing cutting-edge technologies to Qatar is fully aligned with our aspirations to build a future defined by sustainable security for generations to come.”

Group Chief Executive Officer of Barzan Holdings Eng. Mohammed Bin Bader Al Sadah said:“As long-time partners of DIMDEX, Barzan Holdings is proud to return as a Strategic Partner and Gold Sponsor for the 2026 edition. Over the years, our collaboration has been central to advancing Qatar's defense and maritime security goals. One of our main objectives in this edition is to showcase our capabilities, products and services to the international market, and DIMDEX provides us with a strategic avenue to achieve that.”

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