EDGE Entity CARACAL Partners with Tawazun Quality and Conformity to Enhance Firearms and Ammunition Safety
CARACAL, a leading regional manufacturer of high-performance small arms and a subsidiary of EDGE, has signed a contract with Tawazun Quality and Conformity (TQC) to enhance the safety and reliability of its firearms and ammunition.
The agreement, signed at the International Defense Exhibition & Conference 2025 (IDEX 2025), marks a significant step in ensuring that CARACAL’s advanced combat pistols, sub-machine guns, assault rifles, sniper rifles, and light machine guns meet the highest industry standards. Additionally, CARACAL LIGHT AMMUNITION (CLA), the UAE’s sole producer of military-grade ammunition and a CARACAL subsidiary, will utilize TQC’s testing, validation, accreditation, and certification facilities to further enhance product quality and compliance.
Commitment to Industry-Leading Safety Standards
Hamad Al Ameri, CEO of CARACAL, emphasized the importance of the partnership, stating:
"This collaboration with TQC underscores our unwavering commitment to ensuring our firearms are at the forefront of performance, safety, and reliability. TQC provides industry-leading services in the testing and qualification of small arms and ammunition, and we look forward to further strengthening our cooperation."
Dr. Khalid Mohamed Al Kaabi, CEO of Tawazun Quality and Conformity, highlighted the significance of the agreement, saying:
"CARACAL has been a longstanding partner of TQC, and this contract further solidifies our collaboration. Through a range of advanced testing and qualification services, we are committed to ensuring that CARACAL and CARACAL LIGHT AMMUNITION products adhere to the highest national and international quality standards."
Ensuring Compliance with Global Standards
The partnership aligns with CARACAL’s ongoing efforts to guarantee the safety and performance of its firearms and ammunition. CARACAL designs and tests its infantry systems and ordnance in compliance with strict international standards, including those set by NATO and the Permanent International Commission for Firearms Testing (CIP), to ensure flawless performance in various environmental and operational conditions.
Visitors to IDEX 2025 can explore EDGE’s comprehensive portfolio at indoor stand 05-C20 in hall 5 and outdoor stand CP-270 until February 21, 2025.
About EDGE
Founded in November 2019, EDGE is a globally recognized advanced technology group specializing in disruptive solutions for defense and beyond. With a focus on Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) technologies, EDGE drives the development of sovereign capabilities for global export and national security.
EDGE integrates research and development, emerging technologies, digital transformation, and commercial market innovations to develop tailored solutions for defense and security sectors. Headquartered in Abu Dhabi, EDGE consolidates over 35 entities into six core clusters:
- Platforms & Systems
- Missiles & Weapons
- Space & Cyber Technologies
- Trading & Mission Support
- Technology & Innovation
- Homeland Security
