Atheeb Group, along with its subsidiaries PANNESMA Co. Ltd. and Atheeb Integrated Solutions Company (AISC), successfully concluded their third consecutive participation in the World Defense Show 2026, held in Malham from February 8 to 12 under the theme “The Future of Defense Integration.”

Over five action-packed days, Atheeb Group showcased a nationally ambitious vision through its comprehensive pavilion, aligned with the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030. The Group highlighted its commitment to enhancing national industrial capabilities, supporting the localization of the defense industry, and providing integrated operational and defense services.

During the Show, Atheeb Group and its subsidiaries demonstrated their expertise through interactive exhibits, showcasing excellence in the development, support, and operation of drone systems and command-and-control platforms. The Group also highlighted advanced technical, operational, support, and maintenance services for military assets. Visitors had the opportunity to engage with experts and explore cutting-edge technological solutions, while AISC announced the expansion of its cybersecurity and digital governance services, strengthening capabilities to address modern digital security challenges.

The Group’s pavilion attracted large numbers of visitors, including high-level official delegations and senior figures in the defense sector. Productive discussions and meetings explored collaboration opportunities with local and international partners, promoting defense integration on both national and global levels. The pavilion also drew the attention of ambitious Saudi youth, offering insight into future training and employment opportunities in defense and technology across Atheeb Group projects.

During the Show, two memorandums of understanding (MoUs) were signed between PANNESMA and international partners to establish a Saudi military aviation training company and localize technical expertise in rotary aviation maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO). The event also marked the launch of PANNESMA’s new visual identity, enhancing the company’s corporate image and reinforcing its national presence.

At the conclusion of the Show, Atheeb Group’s leadership reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the localization of the defense industry and enhancing Saudi Arabia’s position on the global defense and technology map, emphasizing the importance of participating in international platforms that create new avenues for national development, while investing in young Saudi talent to achieve industrial and technological self-sufficiency

World Defense Show is one of the largest international gatherings in the defense industry, hosting thousands of professionals, senior officials, and experts to discuss the latest developments in defense and security solutions across multiple sectors. The third edition of the Show highlighted the importance of localizing military industries, in line with Vision 2030, which aims to localize 50% of government spending on military equipment and services.