Dubai, UAE – Dassault Aviation is expanding its network of strategic technology partners through a new collaboration with the Technology Innovation Institute (TII) . During the Dubai Airshow 2025, Dassault Aviation, the Technology Innovation Institute (TII) , and ASPIRE – both part of the Advanced Technology Research Council (ATRC) – signed a strategic collaboration agreement aimed at fostering innovation in next-generation products and solutions for the aviation sector .

This collaboration will focus on developing advanced technologies that contribute to the future of aviation and defense. Key areas of innovation include stealth materials, autonomous systems, AI-enhanced aircraft functions, radio frequency (RF) measurement systems, and secure communications and systems to protect data and operations from cyber threats .

This cooperation agreement will provide opportunities to develop key new technologies that meet the requirements of the military aviation sector at a world-class level. It will also support the UAE's defense and multi-domain objectives by providing national innovations and solutions for local users, strengthening the national industrial system, and expanding opportunities in global export markets .

By strengthening the UAE’s defense, technological and industrial base and creating new opportunities for young Emirati talent, these projects will contribute to enhancing national self-sufficiency in strategic sectors and supporting the development of a sovereign value chain for key technologies in line with the vision of the UAE leadership .

Eric Trappier, Chairman and CEO of Dassault Aviation, said: “This collaboration between Dassault Aviation – a trusted partner of the UAE for more than five decades – the Institute of Technological Innovation and Aspire demonstrates a firm commitment to deepening integration between leading providers of pivotal technologies in a field of critical importance to research and technology, with the aim of developing capabilities for innovative products in the future. Dassault Aviation is fully committed to the success of this collaboration, which will deliver high-value, sovereign technological products and solutions, while enhancing the capabilities of elite local talent to serve the UAE’s aviation and defense ecosystem.”

Dr. Najwa Al-Araj, CEO of the Technology Innovation Institute, said: “Advanced technologies have the potential to fundamentally transform both the defense and civilian sectors, driving progress and innovation across various industries. This agreement reflects the institute’s ability to translate cutting-edge scientific research into practical, real-world solutions, thus enhancing its position.”

The UAE is a world leader in research and development. We will lead the development of the aviation and defense sectors and push the boundaries of innovation in the aerospace industry, while contributing to the development of national competencies and enabling the new generation to lead future technological innovations .”

Aspire CEO Stefan Timpano said: “This collaboration reflects Aspire’s mission to lead impactful research and development initiatives that address real-world challenges. By combining advanced research with industry expertise, we are accelerating the development of pioneering technologies that enhance aviation innovation and support the UAE’s position as a global leader in advanced technologies.”

About the Institute of Technological Innovation:

The Technology Innovation Institute (TII), the applied research arm of the Advanced Technology Research Council (ATRC), is a leading global research and development center focused on applied research and cutting-edge technological capabilities. TIII comprises nine research centers specializing in advanced materials, autonomous robotics, cryptography, artificial intelligence and digital science, directed energy, quantum science, secure systems, propulsion and space systems, biotechnology, and renewable and sustainable energy. Working with some of the brightest minds, exceptional talent, prestigious universities, advanced research centers, and global partners, TIII has become a leading intellectual community and a beacon of scientific excellence in the Middle East, contributing to the growth and advancement of the research and development ecosystem and enhancing Abu Dhabi and the UAE's position as a global innovation hub.

For more information, please visit www.tii.ae  

For press inquiries:

Jinan Warrayat: +971 50 471 3552 – jinan.warrayat@tii.ae

tii@edelman.com

About Aspire:

Aspire leads future innovations and transformative technologies as the cornerstone of innovation for the Abu Dhabi Advanced Technology Research Council . As the primary catalyst for research and development in Abu Dhabi, Aspire bridges the gap between cutting-edge research and the needs of various sectors, directs R&D investments towards impactful projects, and accelerates achievements through major challenges and intensive global competitions . Aspire collaborates with stakeholders across industry, academia, and regulatory bodies, as well as researchers and innovators from diverse fields and economies, to facilitate impactful technological advancements and sustainable solutions.

For more information: https://www.aspireuae.ae/

About Dassault Aviation

Over the past century, Dassault Aviation has delivered more than 10,000 military and civilian aircraft – including 2,700 Falcon jets – to over 90 countries worldwide, establishing a long-standing and internationally recognized expertise in the design, production, sale, and support of a wide range of aircraft. These range from the Rafale fighter jet to the Falcon family of luxury business jets, military drones, and space systems. In 2024, the company, which employs 14,600 people, generated revenues of €6.2 billion.

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