NEWS

As 2025 drew to a close, Richmond was proud to participate in several major international defence and security events. These gatherings offered valuable opportunities to connect with partners, engage in constructive dialogue, and observe cutting-edge developments across the global EOD, CBRNE, and defence communities. Full blog posts with detailed insights from our teams will follow once internal reporting is complete. Below is a brief overview of two standout events Richmond attended.

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EDEX 2025 – Egypt Defence Expo, Cairo

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Richmond attended EDEX – Egypt Defence Expo 2025 in Cairo alongside our agents and colleagues HiSky Aerospace and Vallon GmbH. The four-day exhibition once again brought together defence professionals, industry partners, and national stakeholders from across the region.

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At this year’s EDEX, Vallon showcased their Mine and Remnants of War Clearance Expert Hub, a collaborative space that brought together EOD expertise and technology under one roof. Richmond was honoured to be part of this joint stand, enabling us to engage in targeted conversations, share insights, and demonstrate our capabilities alongside trusted partners.

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The level of interest and engagement throughout the event was impressive, reflecting the continuing need for effective solutions to complex clearance challenges. Egypt continues to face significant landmine and unexploded ordnance (UXO) issues stemming from historic conflicts, making collaborative efforts on clearance, training, and technology all the more vital.

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We would like to thank everyone we met at EDEX 2025 and look forward to building on the discussions and connections made during this important regional event.

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NCT PRO Challenge Asia 2025 – Training and Workshop, Hua Hin, Thailand

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In mid-December, Richmond also joined colleagues and defence professionals at the NCT PRO Challenge Asia 2025, a week-long training and workshop event held in Hua Hin, Thailand in collaboration with NCT Consultants. The event brought together specialised teams from across Asia and the United States, focusing on realistic, scenario-driven training in explosive ordnance disposal (EOD), CBRNE (chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and explosive) response, and tactical operations.

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Hosted across multiple strategic locations near Hua Hin, the programme emphasised practical skills development and interoperability through progressively complex training scenarios. Over 190 operators from more than 35 elite units participated, working through hands-on missions designed to reflect contemporary security challenges in the Indo-Pacific region.

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The training culminated in the PRO Challenge, a series of competitive real-world style tests that saw teams applying their technical, tactical, and decision-making skills under simulated pressure. This immersive framework not only provided valuable experience for participants but also reinforced the importance of multinational cooperation and shared best practices in addressing modern EOD and CBRNE threats.

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Richmond extends its thanks to NCT Consultants and all participating teams for the opportunity to take part in this outstanding training event. We look forward to future collaborations and will share further reflections and insights in an upcoming blog post.

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​​Looking Ahead

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These events highlight Richmond’s ongoing commitment to supporting international collaboration, advancing professional capabilities, and engaging with the global defence community. More detailed reports, team insights, and event highlights will be published soon as part of our dedicated blog series.