Lockheed Martin to Participate in Bahrain International Airshow 2024
Lockheed Martin, a global aerospace and defense company, has announced its participation and sponsorship of the Bahrain International Airshow 2024. The airshow will take place from November 13 to 15, 2024, at Sakhir Airbase in Bahrain. The event is organized by the Bahraini Ministry of Transportation and Telecommunications and the Royal Bahraini Air Force, in association with Farnborough International.
Lockheed Martin’s Participation
Lockheed Martin will have a stand in the exhibition hall and a dedicated chalet at the event. The company has a long-standing relationship with Bahrain, which was the first country in the region to adopt Lockheed Martin’s F-16 aircraft for the Royal Bahraini Air Force. In early 2023, Bahrain became the first country in the world to receive delivery of the first F-16 Block 70 fighter jet from the manufacturer.
The contract was signed at the Paris Air Show by Yousif Mahmoud, the director-general of the Bahrain International Airshow, and Craig Spyhalski, international air and show trade lead at Lockheed Martin. Bahrain’s Minister of Transportation and Telecommunication Mohammed Al-Kaabi was also present.
The Importance of the Bahrain International Airshow
The Bahrain International Airshow is designed to reflect the demands of the aerospace and defense industry. It harnesses global expertise to provide crucial thought leadership and insight. The event is now in its seventh year and has cemented itself as a must-attend biennial event in the aerospace and defense industry. It is renowned for bringing together the best and brightest of the aerospace industry in an intimate platform to do business.
The airshow is held under the patronage of Bahrain’s King Hamad and under the supervision of Sheikh Abdullah bin Hamad, the personal representative of the king and the chairman of the event’s Supreme Organizing Committee.
Conclusion
Lockheed Martin’s participation and sponsorship of the Bahrain International Airshow 2024 is a testament to the company’s commitment to the aerospace and defense industry. The event provides an opportunity for global experts to come together and share their insights and knowledge. It also provides a platform for businesses to showcase their products and services. The event is a must-attend for anyone in the aerospace and defense industry, and Lockheed Martin’s participation will undoubtedly add value to the event.