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Tough Gear Trading Continues Global GrowthKey Shows and Market Expansion in 2026

TGT expands across Middle East and North Africa with strategic exhibitions and partnerships, showcasing Tough Dog Armoured suspension systems.

January 9, 2026•6 min read
Tough Gear Trading Global Expansion

As a proud authorised dealer of Tough Dog Armoured Suspension across the Middle East, South Pacific, and North Africa, Tough Gear Trading (TGT) continues to expand its presence across key defence and commercial markets.

Gary Turner, Managing Director and Founder of TGT, will be actively representing the brand in multiple high-profile regions and exhibitions throughout early 2026.

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United Arab Emirates

January to February 2026

Gary, joined by Dawin, TGT's newly appointed Business Development Manager – Military UAE, will be in-market, visiting military and armoured vehicle customers across the UAE.

Trip Focus:

  • •Demonstrating the latest Tough Dog Armoured Suspension systems
  • •Supporting existing contracts and strengthening customer relationships
  • •Expanding TGT's footprint in the UAE defence sector
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Saudi Arabia

Future Minerals Forum
Riyadh|13–15 January 2026

TGT will exhibit at the Future Minerals Forum, showcasing a fully fitted mining vehicle with Tough Dog Armoured suspension, alongside TD component displays.

Major Milestone

A major milestone will occur during the event:

The signing of a landmark contract with a major mining group, endorsed by the Australian Embassy.

The formal signing will take place at the show and will be supported by joint marketing efforts.

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Oman

Commercial Growth & Stockholding Strategy

Following the Saudi event, Gary will visit Oman, where TGT is:

Commercial Agreement

Finalising strategic commercial partnerships to expand market presence

Stockholding Facility

Exploring local stockholding setup for Tough Dog Armoured shocks, enabling quicker market response

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Abu Dhabi – IDEX 2027

February 2027|ADNEC, Hall 12, Stand 12-B15

TGT will proudly participate in IDEX 2027, one of the world's leading defence exhibitions.

As a dealer of Tough Dog Armoured, TGT will present suspension systems purpose-built for military and security vehicles operating under extreme conditions.

Strategic Expansion

With strategic expansion underway across the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Oman, TGT continues to deliver advanced vehicle protection and mobility solutions powered by Tough Dog Armoured.

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Stay tuned for updates and photos from each location as the tour progresses.

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