DOHA, Qatar and WALDWICK, N.J., March 23, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- When DIMDEX 2016 opens in Doha on March 29, the United States will be among the event's largest international exhibitors. With nearly 20 participating companies, the size of the American contingent is a strong indicator of how important the Middle East/North Africa (MENA) region is to the U.S. maritime defense and security business, and that countries in the region are likewise interested in working with the U.S. to further their maritime defense, security and economic goals.
DIMDEX is Qatar's most prominent defense and security trade event. The American presence, featuring industry leading companies such as Boeing (Booth #H6-118), Lockheed Martin (Booth #H6-119), Raytheon (Booth #H6-217) and Textron Systems (Booth #H6-218) is organized by Kallman Worldwide, Inc., the designated U.S. Representative of the show, in coordination with numerous U.S. government agencies. For a complete list of U.S. companies at DIMDEX 2016 visit kallman.com/dimdex, the searchable online directory.
The centerpiece of the national effort, the nearly 1,500 sqm (gross) U.S. International Pavilion, is a destination for buyers looking for an efficient way to meet a critical mass of U.S. suppliers, and an on-site business hub for U.S. exhibitors looking to maximize their exposure and impact at the event.
There are 16 exhibitors in the Pavilion, ranging from publicly traded stalwarts to privately held small-and-medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Pavilion exhibitors represent a cross-section of leading American suppliers working to strengthen or initiate international partnerships.
"When U.S. companies commit to exhibit at DIMDEX, they're saying they believe in the power of this event to attract real business prospects and customers. The growth and diversification of this show speaks for itself," said Kallman Worldwide President and CEO, Tom Kallman. "Our team is proud to help our exhibitors capitalize on this influential international business opportunity to grow their share of the marketplace and our nation's trade and investment partnerships in the region."
In addition to organizing the national Pavilion, Kallman Worldwide is promoting U.S. exhibitors with its "Ask America First" advocacy campaign. The message will be placed prominently on site, integrated into hospitality and VIP events during the show, and promoted in social media (follow on Twitter @kallmanEWC #AskAmericaFirst).
"The United States is one of the world's biggest maritime defense and security suppliers, but that's no guarantee that buyers will look to work with U.S. companies over others," said Kallman. "As the organizer of the U.S. presence at DIMDEX 2016, we have a responsibility to advocate not only for our exhibitors, but for our nation in this highly competitive marketplace. We want every visitor to 'Ask America first' at DIMDEX, and to be assured that America is listening."
U.S. INTERNATIONAL PAVILION DIMDEX 2016 EXHIBITOR MEDIA SPOTLIGHTS
The following exhibitors in the U.S. International Pavilion at DIMDEX 2016 invite media to inquire about their products and services:
Booth # H6-318B
Protecting Human Assets
New tests shaking up the shock-mitigation industry
A new ISO testing standard is under development to measure shock-mitigating seat performance. The standard builds upon the UK Ministry of Defence's (MOD) extensive 2015 testing procedure used to select seats for next-generation PAC 24 Mk IV boats. Twelve manufacturers submitted seats for evaluation by MOD scientists, with SHOXS selected as the winner. The MOD's test protocol forms the basis for the upcoming ISO standard that will provide a scientifically valid testing procedure for seat comparison.
Target Markets: Crew safety, high-speed watercraft, naval architects
Contact: Bryan Wood, Director, Business Development, SHOXS Seats, Charlotte, NC, +1-206-962-1986; bryanwood@shoxs.com
Booth # H6-119
Lockheed Martin's (NYSE: LMT) Precision Fires Products Rule the Deep Battle
For decades, Lockheed Martin has produced the most accurate, affordable and effective family of missile/rocket artillery systems in the world. The combat-proven Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS) family of launchers, missiles and rockets has proven its precision strike capabilities time and time again with unmatched reliability and accuracy. And with all products currently in production, interested nations are able to take advantage of procurement economies of scale by joining their production orders with other allies.
Target Markets: Land force commands, joint force commands
Contact: Craig Vanbebber, Senior Communications Manager, Lockheed Martin, Dallas TX, +1-972-603-1615; craig.vanbebber@lmco.com
Booth # H6-119
Lockheed Martin's Hit-to-Kill Missile Defense Technology
Lockheed Martin pioneered Hit-to-Kill technology (direct, body-to-body impact of interceptor to target) and it's rapidly transforming how the world looks at missile defense. With Hit-to-Kill, an interceptor now has the sensing ability, agility and accuracy to directly hit a target head on, completely destroying the threat and keeping dangerous debris away from protected areas when it matters most.
Target Markets: Air defense commands, joint ops commands
Contact: Craig Vanbebber, Senior Communications Manager, Lockheed Martin, Dallas TX, +1-972-603-1615; craig.vanbebber@lmco.com
Booth # H6-119
Making the World's Only Combat-Proven Hit-to-Kill Missile Even Better
The PAC-3 Missile Segment Enhancement (MSE) is an evolution of the battle-proven PAC-3 Missile. The Hit-to-Kill PAC-3 MSE provides performance enhancements that counter evolving threat advancements. The enhancements ensure the PAC-3 Missile Segment of the PATRIOT Air Defense System is capable of engaging new and evolving threats. The Hit-to-Kill PAC-3 Missile is the world's most advanced, and capable theater air defense missile and defender against the entire threat to the PATRIOT Air Defense System.
Target Markets: Joint commands, air & missile defense commands
Contact: Craig Vanbebber, Senior Communications Manager, Lockheed Martin, Dallas TX, +1-972-603-1615; craig.vanbebber@lmco.com
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