Etimad Holding

Name

Etimad Holding

Legal name

Etimad Holding

Website

https://etimad.ae

Company type

Private

Founded year

2015

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Defense and Security Systems Integration

NAICS

Security Systems Services (except Locksmiths) (561621), Computer Systems Design Services (541512), Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services (5182)

SIC

Services-Computer Integrated Systems Design (7373), Services-Computer Programming, Data Processing, Etc. (7370), Services-Computer Programming Services (7371)

akta.pro primary industry

Data Engineering, Integration & ETL/ELT Services (BPAEAHAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Data Integration, ETL/ELT & Reverse ETL (BPAMAOAI), Network Performance Management & Observability Services (BPAEAEAH)

Keywords

• Homeland security solutions
• Border security systems
• Critical infrastructure protection
• Defense systems integration
• Law enforcement technology

Headquarters

HQ city

Abu Dhabi

HQ country

United Arab Emirates

HQ region

Middle East

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Defense and Government Contracts: Provides advanced technology solutions and services to UAE and regional government customers in the defense sector. Revenue generated through direct government procurement and defense contracts.
2. Systems Integration Services: Offers IT and power infrastructure, project management, critical security infrastructure, system integration, software and hardware solutions, integrated logistics solutions, and maintenance services.
3. Critical Infrastructure Projects: Delivers customized solutions for transportation, communications, shipping and ports, and energy/oil & gas sectors through project-based contracts.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels1 record

Core offering

Etimad Holding provides advanced technology solutions and systems integration services for homeland security, border protection, critical infrastructure, law enforcement, traffic management, cyber security, urban management and safe cities. Delivered through 11 specialised subsidiaries, the company combines software and hardware solutions with project management, IT and power infrastructure, integrated logistics and maintenance services to UAE and regional government customers in defense, transportation, communications, shipping/ports and energy/oil & gas.

Product overview

Etimad Holding is an advanced technology solutions and services company providing cutting-edge technologies and systems that deliver mission-critical protection capabilities for borders, installations, and people. The company operates through 11 subsidiaries serving UAE and regional customers in defence, government, transportation, communications, shipping and ports, and energy/oil & gas sectors. The product portfolio centers on physical security and defense solutions including Border Security Solutions, Law Enforcement Solutions, Critical Infrastructure Protection, Traffic Management Systems, Cyber Security Solutions, Urban Management Solutions, and Safe Cities Solutions, complemented by services such as IT and power infrastructure, system integration, and integrated logistics. The solutions leverage advanced sensor technologies, data analytics, and software platforms to provide comprehensive protection across multiple domains.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Border Security Solutions Smart border security solutions leveraging advanced sensor and monitoring technologies and sophisticated software adaptable to all border types, terrains and populations; prevents incursions while permitting vetted two-way traffic. Targeted at UAE and regional government agencies responsible for border protection and control.
• Law Enforcement Solutions Solutions combining community policing, predictive policing, intelligence-led policing and other proven models to optimise information exchange for effective prevention of and response to criminal activities. Targeted at police and security forces in the UAE and the broader region.
• Critical Infrastructure Protection Security solutions that analyse fused data from sensors, databases and the web to detect, deter, prevent and manage any breach of security or safety. Targeted at operators of essential facilities in energy, oil & gas, shipping, ports and utilities.
• Traffic Management Systems Integrated systems providing a real-time view of all transportation components by correlating current conditions with historical data, future projections and live data from diverse sensors. Targeted at transportation authorities and operators across the UAE and the region.
• Cyber Security Solutions Comprehensive cyber security offerings incorporating a cyber-intelligence system, a security operations centre, a cyber-campaign training simulator, forensics capabilities, and training and exercises. Targeted at government and enterprise organisations in the UAE and the broader region.
• Urban Management Solutions Complete portfolio of products and solutions to effectively manage today's complex urban environment, including emergency response, transportation management, environmental monitoring and cyber defence. Targeted at municipal governments and urban development authorities.
• Safe Cities Solutions Solutions leveraging cutting-edge technology, data gathering and analytics capabilities to effectively manage and secure urban environments, reduce crime, increase the well-being of citizens and employees, and bolster economic growth. Targeted at government and urban security customers.
• IT and Power Infrastructure Infrastructure solutions providing IT and power systems integration and deployment services supporting Etimad's security and defense engagements for government and enterprise customers.
• System Integration Services Professional services combining multiple technologies and subsystems into unified, operational solutions, leveraging Etimad's expertise across software, hardware and security infrastructure for government and enterprise customers.
• Integrated Logistics Solutions Comprehensive logistics services supporting the deployment and maintenance of Etimad's security and defense systems, including maintenance support for government and enterprise customers across the UAE and the region.

Named customers4 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature7 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Genetec Inc.coreTechnology or Integration · 10 February 2026Genetec Inc. has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Etimad Holding (part of EDGE Group) to strengthen unified physical security capabilities in the UAE. The strategic partnership aims to help public and private sector organizations modernize their security operations by transitioning from siloed, legacy systems to unified, data-driven security platforms. The collaboration will focus on delivering comprehensive physical security solutions and supporting the UAE's national security and digital transformation objectives.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves4 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Indra Sistemas: Indra is a Spanish IT and defense systems integrator with significant transport, security, and defense business lines. Its integrated security and traffic management offerings are closely comparable to Etimad's systems integration work.
• Elbit Systems: Elbit is an Israeli defense electronics house with strong homeland security, border, intelligence, and cyber portfolios. It actively competes for Gulf and Middle East security contracts similar to Etimad's.
• Thales Group: Thales is a global defense and security prime with deep capabilities in air traffic management, border security, critical infrastructure protection, and cyber defense. It is one of the most direct comparables to Etimad's integrated homeland security portfolio.
• Rafael Advanced Defense Systems: Rafael is an Israeli defense technology house with strong cyber, intelligence, and border security offerings. It frequently partners with and competes for Gulf homeland security programs alongside Etimad.
• Leonardo S.p.A. Leonardo offers integrated defense and security solutions spanning surveillance, command & control, cyber, and critical infrastructure. Its homeland security division competes with Etimad's multi-domain systems integration offering.

Broad incumbents

• BAE Systems: BAE is a global defense prime with homeland security and cyber divisions. It is much broader than Etimad but frequently competes for similar Gulf security, border, and critical infrastructure programs.
• Motorola Solutions: Motorola Solutions provides command-and-control, video security, and public safety software widely deployed in safe-cities programs. Its public-safety software portfolio is directly comparable to Etimad's urban management and law enforcement offerings.
• Saab AB: Saab is a Swedish defense and security company with surveillance, border, and command & control capabilities. Its security business is comparable in scope and customer profile to Etimad.
• NEC Corporation (Safe Cities): NEC has a globally recognized Safe Cities solution combining biometrics, surveillance, and command centers. It competes for large urban security programs similar to Etimad's safe-cities portfolio.

Emerging players

• Hexagon AB (Safety, Infrastructure & Geospatial): Hexagon's safety, infrastructure, and geospatial divisions provide sensor and data fusion capabilities for critical infrastructure and public safety use cases that overlap with Etimad's critical infrastructure and urban management offerings.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights5 records

Customer concentration

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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