The MANSUP-ER missile system is a surface-to-surface anti-ship missile system. Credit: © EDGE PJSC Group.

EDGE Group entity Abu Dhabi Shipbuilding (ADSB) has forged three separate partnerships for its RABDAN FA-400 fast attack vessel.

The strategic agreement with Brazilian specialist SIATT formalises the integration of the MANSUP surface-to-surface missile (SSM) launcher onto ADSB’s RABDAN FA-400 fast attack vessel.

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This agreement, in which EDGE holds a 50% stake, was signed by ADSB CEO David Massey and SIATT Commercial Director Paulo Salvador at EURONAVAL 2024 in Paris, which concluded on 8 November.  

The RABDAN FA-400 is ADSB’s latest fast attack vessel, measuring 45m in length and designed to perform a range of territorial and coastal duties. 

This integration will equip the vessel with a precise, long-range missile system that is tailored for modern naval combat.

The MANSUP-ER missile system is a surface-to-surface anti-ship missile system that also includes land attack capabilities.  

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It offers adaptive sea-skimming, unlimited overland flight, terminal manoeuvres, and the ability to launch simultaneous missiles to hit targets at the same time.

The RABDAN FA-400, now equipped with the MANSUP missile system, will be showcased at the Naval Defence Exhibition & Conference (NAVDEX), scheduled to take place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre from 17 to 21 February 2025.

ADSB CEO David Massey said: “Our newly launched RABDAN FA-400, which is being constructed entirely in the UAE, stands as a powerful example of our commitment to high-performance, sovereign naval solutions and exemplifies the impactful synergy within EDGE companies.

“By integrating SIATT’s advanced MANSUP missile launcher, we are enhancing the vessel’s strike capability, delivering a sophisticated and resilient platform tailored to meet the evolving demands of modern defence.”

In addition, ADSB has collaborated with Dynateq International to integrate advanced main and side gun systems onto the newly launched RABDAN FA-400 Fast Attack vessel.

Furthermore, ADSB has signed a strategic partnership with OSI Maritime Systems to enhance naval operations across multiple warfare domains.

The partnership with OSI aims to integrate OSI Maritime’s Integrated Navigation Bridge System into the existing warship systems, thereby enhancing operational capabilities.

Earlier this month, EDGE Group formed a partnership agreement with the Brazilian Navy, paving the way for joint efforts in developing autonomous surface and aerial defence systems.