Abu Dhabi’s ADNEC Group has announced the Integrated Transport Centre (ITC), an affiliate of the Department of Municipalities and Transport, has been named the Regulatory Mobility Partner for the seventh edition of the Unmanned Systems Exhibition (UMEX) and Simulation and Training Exhibition (SimTEX).
Organised by ADNEC Group in association with the Ministry of Defence, UMEX and SimTEX 2026 will take place from 20 to 22 January 2026 at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi. As the region’s largest events dedicated to the unmanned and autonomous systems sectors, UMEX and SimTEX 2026 will showcase the latest innovative technologies and their applications across the civil, commercial and defence sectors.
Autonomous vehicles
Visitors will be able to experience firsthand the integration of AI, autonomous vehicles, virtual reality, and advanced simulation tools, all of which are crucial for sectors such as transportation, manufacturing, logistics, healthcare, agriculture and defence.
“UMEX and SimTEX cement ADNEC Group’s commitment to positioning Abu Dhabi at the forefront of the global technology landscape, bringing together decision-makers, innovators, and mobility solution providers,” observed Humaid Al Dhaheri, Group Chief Executive Officer, ADNEC Group.
“This international platform also supports the exchange of expertise and the formation of high-value partnerships that help accelerate the adoption of future technologies, advance sustainability and innovation priorities, and reinforce Abu Dhabi’s global leadership in smart mobility,” commented Dr Abdulla Hamad AlGhfeli, Acting Director General, Integrated Transport Centre.
