STAFF BRIGADIER (SEA) ABDULBAQI AL-ANSARI
CHAIRMAN OF DIMDEX
Due to the lasting importance of our seas and oceans and its effect on our national economies, the maritime domain continues to be a primary concern to countries around the world. Ensuring the safety of the maritime domain is a challenging task that demands the cooperation of all the parties within the maritime security and defence domain, both military and civilian. In response to this, effective platforms showcasing the latest innovations and technologies that bring together leading stakeholders, key decision-makers, industry experts, maritime and security defence technology developers, as well as research and development institutions have emerged to endorse discussions of the latest updates, tackle new challenges and provide innovative solutions and constructive plans.
I am therefore delighted to welcome you to the seventh edition of the Doha International Maritime Defence Exhibition and Conference – DIMDEX 2022, which will be held under the patronage of HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Amir of the State of Qatar, and hosted and organised by Qatar Armed Forces between the 21st and 23rd of March 2022, to “Connect to the World’s Maritime Defence and Security Community”.
The success of DIMDEX over the years echoes its leading position within the international defence and security sector, and has now established itself as one of the must-attend maritime industry events. Our 2022 edition is expected to draw extensive participation from official VIP delegations and to feature an even larger exhibition space to accommodate a wider range of the latest defence and security capabilities from around the world. DIMDEX also continues to serve as a vital platform that facilitates the initiation of significant deals and agreements that serve the future of maritime defence, while it encourages international cooperation to enhance knowledge-exchange and investment in research and development.
DIMDEX 2022 will feature a series of fringe events in addition to the main exhibition, one of which is the Middle East Naval Commanders Conference (MENC), which invites key decision makers, thought-leaders and academics to engage in panel discussion on the latest trends related to maritime defence and security. It will also offer a unique opportunity to visitors and exhibitors to meet international crew members and view state-of-the-art naval technologies at the highly anticipated Visiting Warship Display at Hamad Port.
We look forward to welcoming you to DIMDEX 2022 for an unparalleled experience.