Elbit Systems Wins $1.4B European Five-Year Military Modernization Contract
ESLT•Elbit Systems secured a $1.4 billion, five-year contract to modernize a European customer’s military with uncrewed autonomous systems, advanced networked electronic warfare, precision-guided munitions and electro-optical reconnaissance units integrated via software-defined radios. Deliveries will span all battle domains, boosting the nation’s maneuverability and survivability.
1. Contract Award Details
Elbit Systems secured a $1.4 billion contract with a European customer to deliver comprehensive military modernization programs over five years, representing one of the company’s largest single-country awards.
2. Scope of Modernization Solutions
The program encompasses uncrewed autonomous systems, advanced networked electronic warfare equipment, precision-guided artillery and air-to-ground munitions, and electro-optical designating and reconnaissance systems, all integrated via software-defined radios.
3. Financial and Operational Impact
This contract bolsters Elbit’s order backlog, which stood at $28.1 billion at end-2025, and follows $7.94 billion in revenues for that year, supporting its global operations and workforce of over 20,000 employees.
4. Strategic Significance
The award underscores Elbit’s ability to deliver best-in-class, integrated defense solutions and reinforces its position as a trusted partner for long-term military modernization efforts.
