Ondas wins Defense Ministry tender for next generation attack drones
Ondas won an Israeli Defense Ministry tender to develop next-generation tactical attack drones for the IDF, beating Elbit Systems and Rafael.
In a significant defense contract, US company Ondas has been awarded the tender by the Israeli Defense Ministry to develop next-generation attack drones for the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF). This marks a victory for Ondas over competitors like Elbit Systems and Rafael, who have previously supplied attack drones to the IDF. The contract, part of the company's multimillion-dollar Digital Bat program, aims to provide a cost-effective, next-generation tactical drone platform with advanced software and adaptable to the IDF's evolving operational requirements.
Ondas, a Nasdaq-listed firm valued at $5.3 billion, has expanded its portfolio by acquiring several Israeli defense companies including drone manufacturer Airobotics, AI developer Omnisys, and defense systems manufacturer BIRD Aerosystems. The company's CEO, Eric Brock, emphasized the importance of the contract, stating it validates their defense technology platform and their ability to serve as a prime contractor for complex defense programs.
The Israeli Ministry of Defense, known for its demanding operational requirements, sees the selection of Ondas as a reflection of confidence in their engineering capabilities and operational experience. The new tender seeks to equip IDF infantry battalions with advanced tactical aerial capabilities that can be quickly deployed and adapted to dynamic and changing operational environments.
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