The Israel Ministry of Defense’s Directorate of Defense Research & Development (DDR&D) announced today (Tuesday) that it has completed several contracts with Elbit Systems totaling approximately $40 Million. Under these contracts, Elbit Systems will supply the IDF with advanced drones and autonomous systems to upgrade the operational capabilities of its forces in the field.
The new systems were jointly developed by the IMOD’s DDR&D jointly developed the new systems with the IDF’s Ground Forces and Elbit Systems. They include advanced capabilities and are designed for various missions, including precise intelligence gathering and targeted strikes.
As part of the contracts signed by the IMOD’s Director General, Major General (Res.) Eyal Zamir, Elbit Systems will supply the following advanced models:
- Drones designed for intelligence collection, capable of operating within Seek & Strike swarms and intelligence platoons
- Mission drones equipped with advanced ISR, terrain dominance, and attack capabilities for combat forces
- Mini-drone-based strike solutions for urban missions
Additionally, Elbit Systems will provide resilient communication solutions for unmanned systems. The deal continues the productive cooperation between the IMOD and Elbit Systems, strengthening the IDF’s autonomous combat capabilities on the battlefield.