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Elbit Systems Awarded $1.635 Billion Contract to Deliver a Range of Defense Solutions to a European Country

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Elbit Systems (NASDAQ: ESLT) has secured a significant $1.635 billion contract to provide advanced defense solutions to an unnamed European country. The contract, spanning 5 years, encompasses two major solution groups: long-range precision strike artillery-rocket systems with unmanned aerial combat systems, and sophisticated ISTAR capabilities including SIGINT, COMINT, and electronic warfare systems.

The comprehensive package includes military digitalization, Network Combat Solution, and C4ISR command-and-control applications, covering all operational levels from strategic headquarters to tactical combat vehicles. The contract also features industrial cooperation to strengthen the buyer country's national industrial capabilities.

Elbit Systems (NASDAQ: ESLT) ha ottenuto un importante contratto da $1.635 billion per fornire soluzioni di difesa avanzate a un paese europeo non specificato. Il contratto, della durata di 5 anni, comprende due principali gruppi di soluzioni: sistemi d'artiglieria e razzi a lungo raggio per attacchi di precisione integrati con sistemi di combattimento aereo senza pilota, e sofisticate capacità ISTAR, includendo SIGINT, COMINT e sistemi di guerra elettronica.

Il pacchetto completo include la digitalizzazione militare, una Network Combat Solution e applicazioni C4ISR per comando e controllo, coprendo tutti i livelli operativi, dalla sede strategica ai veicoli da combattimento tattici. Il contratto prevede inoltre cooperazione industriale per rafforzare le capacità industriali nazionali del paese acquirente.

Elbit Systems (NASDAQ: ESLT) ha asegurado un contrato significativo de $1.635 billion para suministrar soluciones de defensa avanzadas a un país europeo no identificado. El contrato, con una duración de 5 años, abarca dos grandes grupos de soluciones: sistemas de artillería y cohetes de precisión de largo alcance junto con sistemas de combate aéreo no tripulados, y avanzadas capacidades ISTAR, incluyendo SIGINT, COMINT y sistemas de guerra electrónica.

El paquete integral incluye digitalización militar, una Network Combat Solution y aplicaciones C4ISR de mando y control, cubriendo todos los niveles operativos desde el cuartel general estratégico hasta vehículos de combate tácticos. El contrato también contempla cooperación industrial para reforzar las capacidades industriales nacionales del país comprador.

Elbit Systems (NASDAQ: ESLT)가 알려지지 않은 유럽 국가에 첨단 방위 솔루션을 제공하는 $1.635 billion 규모의 대형 계약을 체결했습니다. 이 5년 계약은 장거리 정밀타격용 포·로켓 시스템과 무인공중전투시스템(UCAV)을 포함한 솔루션 그룹, 그리고 SIGINT·COMINT·전자전 시스템을 포함한 정교한 ISTAR 역량 등 두 가지 주요 솔루션군을 포함합니다.

종합 패키지는 군 디지털화, 네트워크 전투 솔루션(Network Combat Solution), C4ISR 지휘통제 애플리케이션을 포함해 전략 본부에서 전술 전투차량에 이르기까지 모든 작전 레벨을 포괄합니다. 또한 계약에는 구매국의 국가 산업 역량을 강화하기 위한 산업 협력 조항도 포함되어 있습니다.

Elbit Systems (NASDAQ: ESLT) a obtenu un contrat important de $1.635 billion pour fournir des solutions de défense avancées à un pays européen non dévoilé. Ce contrat, d'une durée de 5 ans, couvre deux grands ensembles de solutions : des systèmes d'artillerie et de roquettes de frappe de précision à longue portée associés à des systèmes de combat aérien sans pilote, et des capacités ISTAR sophistiquées incluant SIGINT, COMINT et des systèmes de guerre électronique.

Le package complet inclut la digitalisation militaire, une Network Combat Solution et des applications C4ISR de commandement et contrôle, couvrant tous les niveaux opérationnels du quartier général stratégique aux véhicules de combat tactiques. Le contrat prévoit également une coopération industrielle pour renforcer les capacités industrielles nationales du pays acheteur.

Elbit Systems (NASDAQ: ESLT) hat einen bedeutenden Auftrag über $1.635 billion erhalten, um einem nicht genannten europäischen Staat fortschrittliche Verteidigungslösungen zu liefern. Der Vertrag, der 5 Jahre umfasst, enthält zwei Hauptlösungspakete: Langstrecken-Präzisionsangriffssysteme mit Artillerie- und Raketenwaffen kombiniert mit unbemannten Luftkampfsystemen sowie hochentwickelte ISTAR-Fähigkeiten einschließlich SIGINT, COMINT und elektronischer Kriegführung.

Das umfassende Paket beinhaltet Militärdigitalisierung, eine Network Combat Solution sowie C4ISR-Kommando- und Kontrollanwendungen und deckt alle operativen Ebenen vom strategischen Hauptquartier bis zu taktischen Gefechtsfahrzeugen ab. Der Vertrag sieht zudem industrielle Kooperationen vor, um die nationale Industriekompetenz des Käuferlandes zu stärken.

Positive
  • Substantial contract value of $1.635 billion strengthens revenue pipeline
  • Long-term 5-year implementation period provides stable revenue visibility
  • Contract includes industrial cooperation, expanding Elbit's European presence
  • Demonstrates strong market demand for Elbit's advanced defense technologies in Europe
Negative
  • Specific European country remains undisclosed, limiting transparency
  • Extended 5-year implementation period may involve execution risks

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Elbit's $1.635B European defense contract demonstrates strong positioning in critical defense technologies amid rising European military spending.

Elbit Systems has secured a $1.635 billion contract with an unnamed European country, representing one of the company's largest European deals to date. This agreement spans a 5-year implementation period, providing substantial revenue visibility through 2030.

The contract's scope is remarkably comprehensive, covering two major solution groups. The first focuses on offensive capabilities including long-range precision artillery-rocket systems and various unmanned aerial systems. The second group centers on intelligence and protection systems—ISTAR capabilities, SIGINT, COMINT, electronic warfare, and vehicle upgrades. Perhaps most strategically valuable is the military digitization and Network Combat Solution that will integrate all operational levels.

This deal highlights three key industry trends: First, European defense budgets are expanding significantly amid heightened regional security concerns. Second, the emphasis on AI-embedded technologies reflects the military's shift toward more autonomous and intelligent systems. Third, the multi-domain nature of this contract (spanning land, air, and electromagnetic spectrum) demonstrates how modern military procurement increasingly seeks integrated solution providers rather than single-platform contractors.

The inclusion of industrial cooperation provisions suggests technology transfer arrangements that will strengthen the buyer country's defense industrial base while securing Elbit's long-term presence in this market. For Elbit, this contract solidifies its position as a tier-one defense technology provider in Europe, competing effectively against larger Western defense primes in high-value contracts.

HAIFA, Israel, Aug. 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Elbit Systems Ltd. (NASDAQ: ESLT) (TASE: ESLT) ("Elbit Systems" or the "Company") announced today that is has been awarded $1.635 Billion contract to deliver a range of defense solutions to a European country. The Implementation of the contract is expected to span over a 5-year period.

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The contract includes two groups of technologically advanced solutions from Elbit Systems. These solutions are based on the Company's cutting-edge technologies and portfolio and include embedded AI technology, among others.

The first group includes long-range precision strike artillery-rocket systems and a broad-spectrum of unmanned reconnaissance and loitering aerial combat systems, from operational to tactical ranges, including personally operated drones.

The second group includes, among others, highly sophisticated ISTAR capabilities, including SIGINT, COMINT and electronic warfare systems. Enabled intelligence collection and processing systems will also be delivered, along with advanced electro-optical (E/O) and night-vision systems, combat vehicle upgrade, and protective systems. In addition, Elbit Systems will deliver comprehensive military digitalization and Network Combat Solution, based on the last software generation and cutting-edge hardware communication equipment. This includes intelligence solutions from the C4ISR suite of command-and-control applications. This integrated solution covers all operational levels, spanning from the strategic army headquarters down to the tactical level, to the last combat vehicle.

Bezhalel (Butzi) Machlis, President and CEO of Elbit Systems: "This contract reflects the strong demand for Elbit Systems' cutting-edge technologies in Europe and demonstrates our ability to deliver integrated, multi-domain solutions tailored to the needs of modern defense forces. Elbit Systems' comprehensive portfolio has proven itself operationally in the battlefield and is highly regarded by its users, and we are proud to support a European nation in strengthening its national security through this strategic partnership. This contract also includes industrial cooperation aimed to strengthen the buyer's national industrial capabilities in the mentioned areas."

About Elbit Systems

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 approximately 20,000 people in dozens of countries across five continents. The Company reported $1.9 billion in revenues for the three months ended March 31, 2025 and an order backlog of $23.1 billion as of such date.

For additional information, visit: https://elbitsystems.com, follow us on Twitter or visit our official Facebook, YouTube and LinkedIn Channels.

Company Contact:
Dr. Yaacov (Kobi) Kagan, Executive VP - CFO
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kobi.kagan@elbitsystems.com

Daniella Finn, VP, Investor Relations
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daniella.finn@elbitsystems.com

Dalia Bodinger, VP, Communications & Brand
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dalia.bodinger@elbitsystems.com

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FAQ

What is the value of Elbit Systems' (ESLT) new European defense contract?

Elbit Systems secured a $1.635 billion contract to deliver defense solutions to a European country over a 5-year period.

What types of defense systems will Elbit Systems (ESLT) provide under the new contract?

Elbit will provide two groups of solutions: long-range precision strike artillery-rocket systems with unmanned aerial combat systems, and sophisticated ISTAR capabilities including SIGINT, COMINT, and electronic warfare systems.

How long will it take Elbit Systems to implement the European defense contract?

The implementation of the contract is expected to span over a 5-year period.

What technology features are included in Elbit Systems' new European defense contract?

The contract includes embedded AI technology, military digitalization, Network Combat Solution, C4ISR applications, and comprehensive command-and-control systems from strategic headquarters to tactical combat vehicles.

How will this contract affect Elbit Systems' European market presence?

The contract includes industrial cooperation to strengthen the buyer's national industrial capabilities and demonstrates strong demand for Elbit's technologies in Europe.
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