emirates7 - EDGE and Istanbul-based technology firm Pavo Group, known for its work in defence, security, public safety, and digital technologies, have announced the launch of KEY4, a pioneering joint venture focused on critical defence and security technologies.
Based in Abu Dhabi, KEY4 will act as a hub for developing advanced defence solutions that align with the UAE’s national objectives while also supporting international partners.
The partnership was officially unveiled at the International Defence Industry Fair (IDEF) 2025, held at the Istanbul Expo Centre from July 22 to 27. The agreement was signed by Omar Al Zaabi, President of Trading and Mission Support at EDGE Group, and Ali Özer, Chief Strategy Officer at Pavo Group.
Al Zaabi stated, “KEY4 extends EDGE’s ability to deliver essential, sovereign defence capabilities in partnership with trusted international players. It underscores our focus on growing industrial strength, fast-tracking technological progress, and transforming expert knowledge into tangible strategic advantages.
“Through a sharp focus on areas like cybersecurity, AI, electronic warfare, and secure systems, KEY4 will be key to enhancing the UAE’s defence sector and its global standing in security innovation.”
Serkan Altınışık, CEO of Pavo Group, added, “This venture marks a strategic synergy between two innovative defence leaders. By uniting Türkiye’s top-tier engineering with EDGE’s trailblazing technologies, we are set to produce sovereign, next-gen solutions tailored to the increasingly complex defence needs of our regional and international partners.”
KEY4 combines the technical strengths and sovereign capabilities of both partners across a broad spectrum of critical sectors, including:
Cryptography and cybersecurity
Secure communications and interception technologies
Electronic warfare
AI, machine learning, and big data for defence applications
The scope of collaboration also includes:
Command and control systems
Data centres
Integrated border and smart surveillance systems
Avionics and aerospace engineering
Electro-optics
Chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear (CBRN) technologies
System design and rapid prototyping
Together, EDGE and Pavo aim to position KEY4 as a central force in driving innovation and resilience in the global defence landscape.
Based in Abu Dhabi, KEY4 will act as a hub for developing advanced defence solutions that align with the UAE’s national objectives while also supporting international partners.
The partnership was officially unveiled at the International Defence Industry Fair (IDEF) 2025, held at the Istanbul Expo Centre from July 22 to 27. The agreement was signed by Omar Al Zaabi, President of Trading and Mission Support at EDGE Group, and Ali Özer, Chief Strategy Officer at Pavo Group.
Al Zaabi stated, “KEY4 extends EDGE’s ability to deliver essential, sovereign defence capabilities in partnership with trusted international players. It underscores our focus on growing industrial strength, fast-tracking technological progress, and transforming expert knowledge into tangible strategic advantages.
“Through a sharp focus on areas like cybersecurity, AI, electronic warfare, and secure systems, KEY4 will be key to enhancing the UAE’s defence sector and its global standing in security innovation.”
Serkan Altınışık, CEO of Pavo Group, added, “This venture marks a strategic synergy between two innovative defence leaders. By uniting Türkiye’s top-tier engineering with EDGE’s trailblazing technologies, we are set to produce sovereign, next-gen solutions tailored to the increasingly complex defence needs of our regional and international partners.”
KEY4 combines the technical strengths and sovereign capabilities of both partners across a broad spectrum of critical sectors, including:
Cryptography and cybersecurity
Secure communications and interception technologies
Electronic warfare
AI, machine learning, and big data for defence applications
The scope of collaboration also includes:
Command and control systems
Data centres
Integrated border and smart surveillance systems
Avionics and aerospace engineering
Electro-optics
Chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear (CBRN) technologies
System design and rapid prototyping
Together, EDGE and Pavo aim to position KEY4 as a central force in driving innovation and resilience in the global defence landscape.