Strengthening America's Maritime Defense for the Next Century and Beyond

Elbit Systems (ESLT) announced that Sparton DeLeon Springs and Logos Technologies now operate as Twenty-Six Defense Maritime, marking a new brand chapter in U.S.-built maritime defense technologies.

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Elbit Systems (ESLT) announced that Sparton DeLeon Springs and Logos Technologies now operate as Twenty-Six Defense Maritime, marking a new brand chapter in U.S.-built maritime defense technologies.

The change aligns with the launch of Twenty-Six Defense (formerly Elbit Systems of America), the U.S. operating segment of Elbit Systems, which employs about 3,300 people across eight states. Twenty-Six Defense Maritime will continue focusing on high-performance sonobuoys, undersea electronics and advanced imagery solutions, with Donnelly Bohan remaining CEO. The historic Sparton name will be retained as a product brand for the company’s sonobuoy portfolio.

Key Figures

Legacy: 125 years Employees: 3,300 people Operating footprint: 8 states

Legacy

125 years

Sparton product-brand history

Employees

3,300 people

Twenty-Six Defense across eight states

Operating footprint

8 states

Twenty-Six Defense facilities

Key Terms

sonobuoys, antisubmarine warfare, electromechanical systems

3 terms

sonobuoys technical

"a world leader in high-performance sonobuoys"

Small, expendable floating sensors dropped into the ocean from aircraft or ships to listen for and relay underwater sounds, primarily to detect and track submarines and other vessels. Like a network of remote microphones, they gather acoustic data and transmit it back to operators; investors follow them because they are a specialized product category for defense and maritime-technology companies, tied to procurement, maintenance, and R&D revenues.

antisubmarine warfare technical

"a cornerstone of U.S. antisubmarine warfare technology"

Antisubmarine warfare is the set of tactics, technologies, and operations used to detect, track, deter, and, if necessary, destroy hostile submarines. It matters to investors because defense contractors, naval suppliers, and governments spend on ships, aircraft, sensors, and weapons for these missions; think of it like an insurance and surveillance system for sea lanes that creates demand for specific products and services in the defense sector.

electromechanical systems technical

"design, development, testing and production of complex electromechanical systems"

Electromechanical systems are devices that use electricity to create or control movement, or use motion to generate electrical signals — think motors, actuators, sensors and the small machines inside appliances and robots. For investors, these systems matter because they determine a product’s performance, reliability, manufacturing cost and service needs; improvements or problems in electromechanical design can directly affect sales, margins and long‑term competitiveness, much like the engine and control system determine a car’s value.

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Sparton's new name marks the next chapter in delivering advanced sonobuoy and maritime sensor technologies for America's national security

DELEON SPRINGS, Fla., Sept. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Sparton DeLeon Springs, LLC (Sparton), and Logos Technologies are now operating as Twenty-Six Defense Maritime. The new name reflects the company's continued evolution and its commitment to delivering U.S.-built technologies that have strengthened America's national security for more than a century.

The change coincides with the launch of Twenty-Six Defense, formerly Elbit Systems of America, the U.S. operating segment of Elbit Systems Ltd. Twenty-Six Defense is an American defense company employing 3,300 people across eight states who support the U.S. military. The brand evolution underscores the company's focus on serving U.S. customers through domestic design, engineering and manufacturing excellence.

Twenty-Six Defense Maritime remains a world leader in high-performance sonobuoys, undersea electronics, and includes Logos Technologies' advanced imagery solutions. It continues its role in advancing the broader maritime capabilities of Twenty-Six Defense, and Donnelly Bohan will continue to lead Twenty-Six Defense Maritime as CEO.

"From pioneering America's first all-electric radio in the 1920s to becoming a cornerstone of U.S. antisubmarine warfare technology in the 1950s, our heritage has always been rooted in American innovation," Bohan said. "As we move forward as Twenty-Six Defense Maritime, we will continue to integrate precision engineering, advanced sensor systems and mission-critical maritime solutions to meet today's challenges and prepare for those ahead. To honor our 125-year legacy, the Sparton name will continue as a product brand across our sonobuoy portfolio."

Founded in 1900 as The Withington Company, Sparton has grown from a small Michigan manufacturer into a trusted defense partner known for complex maritime sensors, advanced undersea warfare technologies and beyond. The company was acquired in 2021 by Elbit Systems of America, now Twenty-Six Defense. Twenty-Six Defense is a subsidiary of Elbit Systems Ltd., which is traded on NASDAQ.

About Twenty-Six Defense Maritime
Twenty-Six Defense Maritime, a Twenty-Six Defense company, is a world leader in the design, development, testing and production of complex electromechanical systems and sensors, including Sparton sonobuoys. The company delivers a variety of sensing and advanced analytics capabilities that enable our nation to dominate the maritime domain. For additional information, visit www.26Defensemaritime.com.

About Twenty-Six Defense
Twenty-Six Defense, headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas, is a leading provider of high-performance products, system solutions, and aftermarket support services focusing on the defense, homeland security and commercial aviation markets. With facilities throughout the U.S., Twenty-Six Defense is dedicated to supporting those who contribute to the national security of the United States. Twenty-Six Defense is wholly owned by Elbit Systems Ltd. (NASDAQ: ESLT and TASE: ESLT), a global high-technology company engaged in a wide range of programs for innovative defense and commercial applications. For additional information, visit www.26defense.com.

About Elbit Systems Ltd.
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 21,000 people in dozens of countries across five continents. For additional information, visit: https://elbitsystems.com/, follow us on X, or visit our official Facebook, YouTube, and LinkedIn channels.

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Forward Looking Statement
This press release may contain forward-looking statements (within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended and the Israeli Securities Law, 1968) regarding Elbit Systems Ltd. and/or its subsidiaries (collectively the Company), to the extent such statements do not relate to historical or current facts. Forward looking statements are based on management's current expectations, estimates, projections and assumptions about future events. Forward-looking statements are made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, as amended. These statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve certain risks, uncertainties and assumptions about the Company, which are difficult to predict, including projections of the Company's future financial results, its anticipated growth strategies and anticipated trends in its business. Therefore, actual future results, performance and trends may differ materially from these forward-looking statements due to a variety of factors, including, without limitation: scope and length of customer contracts; governmental regulations and approvals; changes in governmental budgeting priorities; general market, political and economic conditions in the countries in which the Company operates or sells, including Israel and the United States among others including the duration and scope of the current war in Israel, and the potential impact on our operations; changes in global health and macro-economic conditions; differences in anticipated and actual program performance, including the ability to perform under long-term fixed-price contracts; changes in the competitive environment; and the outcome of legal and/or regulatory proceedings. The factors listed above are not all-inclusive, and further information is contained in Elbit Systems Ltd.'s latest annual report on Form 20-F, which is on file with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. All forward-looking statements speak only as of the date of this release. Although the Company believes the expectations reflected in the forward-looking statements contained herein are reasonable, it cannot guarantee future results, level of activity, performance or achievements. Moreover, neither the Company nor any other person assumes responsibility for the accuracy and completeness of any of these forward-looking statements. The Company does not undertake to update its forward-looking statements.

Elbit Systems Ltd., its logo, brand, product, service and process names appearing in this Press Release are the trademarks or service marks of Elbit Systems Ltd. or its affiliated companies. All other brand, product, service and process names appearing are the trademarks of their respective holders. Reference to or use of a product, service or process other than those of Elbit Systems Ltd. does not imply recommendation, approval, affiliation or sponsorship of that product, service or process by Elbit Systems Ltd. Nothing contained herein shall be construed as conferring by implication, estoppel or otherwise any license or right under any patent, copyright, trademark or other intellectual property right of Elbit Systems Ltd. or any third party, except as expressly granted herein.

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FAQ

What is Twenty-Six Defense Maritime’s role within Twenty-Six Defense?

Twenty-Six Defense Maritime is described as a world leader in designing, developing, testing and producing complex electromechanical systems and sensors, including Sparton sonobuoys. It supports the broader maritime capabilities of Twenty-Six Defense by providing sensing and advanced analytics that enable dominance in the maritime domain.

Will the Sparton name disappear after the rebranding?

No. The company said the Sparton name will continue as a product brand across its sonobuoy portfolio to honor its 125-year legacy that began in 1900 as The Withington Company.

How is Twenty-Six Defense related to Elbit Systems?

Twenty-Six Defense, headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas, is the U.S. operating segment of Elbit Systems and is wholly owned by Elbit Systems Ltd., which is traded under ticker ESLT on NASDAQ and TASE.

What scale of operations does Elbit Systems report globally?

Elbit Systems reports employing approximately 21,000 people in dozens of countries across five continents, developing, manufacturing, integrating and sustaining next-generation defense and commercial solutions across multiple domains.

Where can stakeholders find more information about the new brands?

Additional information about Twenty-Six Defense Maritime is available at www.26Defensemaritime.com, while broader details on Twenty-Six Defense can be found at www.26defense.com. Information on Elbit Systems is available at https://elbitsystems.com/ and its official social media channels.