Israel Aerospace Industries

Israel Aerospace Industries to merge with Green Pine radar developer Elta Systems

Elta, headquartered in Ashdod, is responsible for a wide range of advanced technologies, including the "Green Pine" radar system, Israel's high-power radar, and various interception systems.

The logo of state-owned Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI), the country's biggest defence contractor, is seen at their offices next to Ben Gurion International airport, near Or Yehuda, Israel February 27, 2017.
Aerial view of the Technion Israel Institute of Technology.

Technion launches new aerospace prize to honor legends and trailblazers

 Arrow air defense system

Israel approves increased production of Arrow missile interceptors for second time this year

A PULS multiple rocket launcher miniature and artillery rockets by Israeli Elbit Systems is exhibited at the DEFEA Defense Exhibition, in Athens, Greece, May 8, 2025.

Israel’s defense companies report record $80 billion backlog as global demand surges


'Innovative, highly sustainable': Israel Aerospace Industries unveils new border protection system

In demonstrations, IAI’s solution, which is based on algorithms and AI of the most advanced in the field, has impressed both the Israeli security forces and potential foreign customers

IAI's border protection system

Israel Aerospace to pay state $242m dividend

In May, IAI distributed a dividend of NIS 1.6 billion to the state from its profits between 2017 and 2023.

 Boaz Levy, CEO of Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI)

Israeli defense giants climb int'l ranks, record double-digit revenue growth in 2024, report says

The three Israeli firms listed in SIPRI’s Top 100 arms producers report increased their combined arms revenues by 16% from 2023 to $16.2 billion. 

View of the closed Elbit Systems stand after the four main Israeli company stands at the Paris Airshow have been shut down by organizers during the 55th Paris Air Show at Le Bourget Airport near Paris, France, June 16, 2025.

Israel must expand beyond defense in order to win in space - opinion

Indigenous launch capability is rare. A strategic decision can turn it into economic power.

 The Gaia Space Telescope.

From Israel to German special forces: A new and surprising customer for Zibar

Rare move: The German army chose an off-road vehicle from Beersheba. Israel Aerospace Industries will supply 200 units designed by Ido Cohen, also used by the IDF.

The military Zibar. Also purchased by the IDF.

IAI unveils LAHAT ALPHA, next-gen anti-tank missile for extended ranges

LAHAT ALPHA builds on the vast operational experience of LAHAT, deployed globally with numerous customers, including the IDF

Lahat Alpha

No. 13: Boaz Levy: CEO of Israel Aerospace Industries

Under Boaz Levy’s stewardship, IAI has reached record profitability, with its order backlog surpassing NIS 25 billion for the year 2024.

Boaz Levy.

Cyprus’s procurement of Israeli air defense angers Turkey

Cyprus’s purchase of the Israeli-made Barak MX air defense system could destabilize the divided island’s “fragile balance,” leading to “dangerous consequences,” Turkish officials said.

Israeli air defense system.

Ofek 19 satellite passes the test: First successful images received

The image test is an important step towards the satellite's operational deployment.

Ofek 19 satellite being launched into space

Following the launch of Ofek 19: Everything you wanted to know about satellites

This week, Israel launched a satellite, joining 13 countries with space capabilities. How satellites reach orbit, avoid collisions, and what they can do are explored.

Launch of Ofek 19 Satellite