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International Submarine Engineering
Vancouver maker of autonomous underwater vehicles since 1974, bought by Elbit Systems.
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#14 20 Oct
Elbit buys Vancouver AUV maker ISE
Autonomous Systems: Land & SeaBackground
Israel's Elbit Systems bought International Submarine Engineering (ISE) of Vancouver on 20 October 2026, for a price it called not material. Elbit says ISE has delivered more than 250 underwater vehicles to customers in over 20 countries.
Founded in 1974, ISE builds autonomous and remotely operated underwater systems. Elbit says the deal widens its work in underwater surveillance, mine countermeasures and anti-submarine warfare.
Common Questions
Who bought International Submarine Engineering?
Elbit Systems of Israel, on 20 October 2026, for a price it called not material.Source: Breaking Defense
How many underwater vehicles has ISE delivered?
More than 250, to customers in over 20 countries, according to Elbit.Source: Breaking Defense
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UK Defence Intelligence and Kraken
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