Elbit Systems wins contract for ‘Iron Beam’ laser

Elbit Systems Ltd. announced today that it was awarded an approximately $200 million contract by the Israeli Ministry of Defense (IMOD) to supply high-power laser systems for the “Iron Beam” air defence system. Under the contract, Elbit Systems will supply the IMOD, under the “Iron Beam” project, its high-power laser solution, developed by the Company to provide a robust defense against a variety of threats. Additionally, the contract includes ongoing support services. Bezhalel (Butzi) Machlis, President and CEO of Elbit Systems: “As Israel’s Laser Center and a global leader in high-power laser technology, Elbit Systems congratulates on the significant progress made in the “Iron Beam” project and is proud of its contribution to its success. The capabilities developed at Elbit Systems represent a leap forward in future defense against various threats.” Elbit Systems is a leading global defense technology company, delivering advanced solutions for a secure and safer world. Elbit Systems develops, manufactures, integrates and sustains a range of next-generation solutions across multiple domains. Driven by its agile, collaborative culture, and leveraging Israel’s technology ecosystem, Elbit Systems enables customers to address rapidly evolving battlefield challenges and overcome threats. Elbit Systems employs over 20,000 people in dozens of countries across five continents. The Company reported as of June 30, 2024, approximately $1.6 billion in revenues and an order backlog of approximately $21.1 billion. For Editorial Inquiries Contact: Editor Kym Bergmann at [email protected] For Advertising Inquiries Contact: Group Sales Director Simon Hadfield at [email protected]