ARES Naval participated in the World Defense Show 2026, held in Riyadh, with broad participation from leading global defense companies and institutions specializing in advanced military industries and technologies.

ARES Naval represents a strategic partnership between Satil Al-Arbia Company and its technical partner ARES Shipyard, one of the world’s leading companies in the design and construction of high-performance naval vessels and military craft. This partnership establishes the foundation for an advanced naval industrial platform within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, built upon technology transfer, defense industry localization, and the development of sustainable national capabilities in accordance with the highest international standards.

During its participation in World Defense Show 2026, ARES Naval presented a comprehensive portfolio of advanced maritime solutions, including the design and construction of military and commercial vessels, yachts, and high-speed military patrol craft, in addition to integrated combat mission systems, maritime protection technologies, and industrial cooperation models that enhance local content and support the Kingdom’s defense localization objectives.

The exhibition also served as a strategic platform for high-level meetings with defense authorities, decision-makers, and representatives of international companies to explore future cooperation opportunities and expand industrial partnerships, further strengthening the Kingdom’s position as a regional hub for naval defense industries.

This participation reaffirms ARES Naval’s commitment to playing a pivotal role in advancing the national defense industrial base through investment in knowledge capital, technology transfer, and the development of a sustainable naval industrial ecosystem that enhances maritime security and aligns with the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030.