Elbit Systems Awarded Approximately $170 Million Contract to Establish and Operate an Advanced Training and Simulation Center for the IDF Artillery Corps | Elbit Systems
Haifa, Israel, November 2, 2026 – Elbit Systems Ltd. (NASDAQ: ESLT) (TASE: ESLT) has announced a significant contract win valued at approximately $170 million from the Israel Ministry of Defense (IMOD). This contract is aimed at establishing and operating a state-of-the-art training and simulation center for the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) Artillery Corps, spanning a period of 15 years.
The new training center will facilitate the operational integration of the “ROEM” (SIGMA) self-propelled artillery system and the “LAHAV” (PULS™) precision rocket launcher system, both pivotal assets within the IDF Artillery Corps.
Under the terms of the contract, Elbit Systems will be tasked with developing an advanced training infrastructure. This will include mission and driving simulators, training classrooms, and dedicated facilities, all enhanced by cutting-edge simulation technologies, automation, AI-driven functionalities, and innovative driver training solutions. Additionally, Elbit Systems will provide vital training, maintenance, and support services throughout the duration of the project.
The initiative is designed to bolster the operational readiness and skillset of IDF artillery personnel, significantly shorten qualification and training timeframes, and enhance overall training efficiency. This effort will also aim to reduce resource consumption and mitigate wear on operational platforms.
Boaz Cohen, General Manager of Elbit Systems Land & Armaments, stated: “We are proud to support the IDF Artillery Corps with advanced training and simulation solutions for the ROEM and LAHAV systems, vital components of the IDF’s next-generation land firepower capabilities. This project exemplifies Elbit Systems’ commitment to delivering integrated and networked training solutions that incorporate advanced infrastructure and immersive simulation technologies, along with fostering long-term partnerships, enabling forces to fully leverage the operational potential of these sophisticated platforms.”
Source: Elbit Systems (2026-11-02T12:00:00Z)
