Elbit Systems has secured contracts worth $335 million to supply PULS (Precise and Universal Launching Systems) and Hermes 900 drones to an undisclosed European country.
Bezhalel Machlis, the company’s president and CEO, welcomed the new contracts, noting that they signify ongoing global confidence in its innovative systems.
He further emphasized the firm’s commitment to delivering “reliable, technologically advanced tools designed to meet today’s complex defense challenges.”
“We are proud to support our European customer with advanced and versatile defense solutions that enhance operational effectiveness and adaptability,” he said.
The contracts are set to be completed over a period of three and a half years.
About the PULS and Hermes UAS
The PULS is an autonomous artillery rocket system capable of launching various advanced rockets at ranges up to 300 kilometers (186 miles).
It offers increased responsiveness and tactical flexibility, with typical firing missions executed in under one minute.
Its launcher is adaptable to both wheeled and tracked platforms, minimizing maintenance and training costs.
Meanwhile, the Hermes 900 is a medium-altitude, long-endurance UAS designed for persistent intelligence, surveillance, target acquisition, and reconnaissance.
Described as the company’s largest drone, it is equipped with high-performance sensors to detect and track both ground and maritime targets.
With a payload capacity of 350 kilograms (771 pounds) and flight endurance of up to 36 hours, the Hermes 900 provides unmatched versatility to support critical military missions.