Riyadh, February 5, 2024, As part of the World Defense Show in Riyadh, a dialogue session titled "Innovation at the Speed of Relevance: Managing the Defense Technology Challenge" was conducted today. The participants in this insightful session included Dr. Ammar Al-Shamrani, Director of Military Technologies at the Military Industries Authority, Dr. Brendan Nelson, President of Boeing, Fahad Al-Naim, Vice President of Digital Energy and Cybersecurity at Advanced Electronics Company, Kader Eltok, Military Vehicle Product Validation Manager at Autocar, Dr. Michael Schoellhorn, CEO of Airbus, and Rob Meriweather, CTO of B-System.
The speakers engaged in discussions regarding ways to incentivize partners in the defense sector to develop advanced operating systems and explore the most effective technological and modern technical solutions. Emphasis was placed on the importance of meticulous data collection and study to achieve reliable scientific research results.
Several key points emerged during the dialogue, including the shared goals of many companies in the space industry to reduce carbon emissions. The speakers highlighted the significance of innovation and sustainability, underscoring the necessity for nations to collaborate in devising solutions that are well-suited to the prevailing circumstances.
The session emphasized the imperative of investing in modern technology in aviation and defense fields to safeguard the planet and the environment. Additionally, the speakers underscored the role of specialized agencies, organizations, and companies in striving to achieve superior results. The session concluded with a strong emphasis on the importance of relying on knowledge and thinking outside the box to attain goals and ensure sustainability in the rapidly evolving landscape of defense technology.
