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Elisra

Holon-based electronic-warfare and signals-intelligence subsidiary of Israel's Elbit Systems.

On 31 July 2026, Elisra supplied six interceptor drones to the Netherlands for its Redrone counter-drone system.

Last refreshed: 1 October 2026 · Appears in 1 active topic

Timeline for Elisra

#18 4 Sept

Won the contract for six Redrone interceptor drones

Drones: Industry & Defence: Dutch buy six Elisra drone interceptors
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Background

Elisra is a Holon-based organisation and subsidiary of Elbit Systems. Its durable role is electronic warfare and signals intelligence, placing it within Israel's defence-industrial supply chain.

The company’s work spans systems that HELP armed forces detect, understand and counter electronic threats. Its Dutch interceptor-drone award, decided on 31 July 2026, shows how that capability can extend into counter-drone procurement.

As a specialist subsidiary rather than an independent prime contractor, Elisra’s significance rests on the systems it supplies to military users and to Elbit-led programmes. That position makes its contracts relevant where electronic warfare, signals intelligence and counter-drone requirements converge.

Common Questions
What is Elisra?
Elisra is the Holon-based electronic-warfare and signals-intelligence subsidiary of Israel's Elbit Systems. It makes self-protection suites, warning receivers and SIGINT systems.Source: Elbit Systems Form 20-F
What did the Netherlands buy from Elisra?
Six interceptor drones to give the Dutch Redrone counter-drone system a hard-kill option. The award notice, published on 4 September 2026, lists the value as zero.Source: TED notice 612209-2026
Is Elisra part of Elbit Systems?
Yes. Elisra is a wholly owned Israeli subsidiary of Elbit Systems and handles much of the group's electronic-warfare and signals-intelligence work.Source: Elbit Systems Form 20-F
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