About us

GR7 Defence Technology was founded with a single mission: To establish a cutting-edge hub for advanced defense technology.

By pushing the boundaries of innovation and forming strategic partnerships, we aim to enhance global security and ensure technological superiority in the defense sector. Founded in 2024 by Chairman Salem Mubarak Al Dhaheri and business partner Andi Li, GR7 Defence Technology is an affiliated entity of G7 Group specializing in the development of cutting-edge defense technology. Headquartered in Abu Dhabi, UAE, our reach extends across the GCC and MENA regions.  

Over the course of his 30-year career as a leader in the UAE armed forces and Ministry of Defense, our Chairman has developed an extensive global network and strong international relationships. He has now brought the strength of that network to bear, in the creation of this independent platform dedicated to cutting-edge defense technology. 

Since our launch, we’ve hit several major milestones. In June 2024, we secured our full military trade license from the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development, approved by the UAE Ministry of Defense.  

Globally GR7 has dedicated itself to the service of governments, defense ministries, sovereign investment funds, and industry stakeholders by delivering AI-driven defense systems, cybersecurity solutions, unmanned systems, smart surveillance, and next-generation military technology, available only through our network of strategic partners. By facilitating investments and market expansion, we connect Asia’s leading innovations with the GCC and MENA defense sectors, promoting self-sufficiency and knowledge transfer.
The Team

Meet the executive team shaping GR7’s bold vision.

Salem Mubarak Al Dhaheri

Chairman

Andi Li

CEO

Ondrej Planicka

Deputy CEO

Dr. Mohamed Al Teneiji

Chief Strategy Officer

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