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Mistral Inc. and Uvision Inc. Secure a $982 Million Multi-Year IDIQ Contract with the US Army for HERO 120 Loitering Munition System
Mistral Inc., a leading provider of advanced defense solutions, together with Uvision Inc. (formerly known as UVision USA), announced today that the US Army awarded a multi-year Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract valued at $982 million for the Lethal Unmanned System (LUS) program to procure, field, train and sustain the HERO 120 loitering munition system. The award underscores the Army's focus on precision strike capabilities and operational effectiveness.
The HERO 120, developed by Uvision Air Ltd. (the parent company of Uvision Inc.) is a mid-range loitering munition optimized for precision engagement of armored and high-value targets. As a global pioneer and design authority in the field of loitering munitions, Uvision brings deep technical expertise and extensive experience in training and fielding loitering munitions for armies and special forces worldwide. Mistral Inc. will serve as the prime contractor responsible for system integration, the lethality package, program management, and sustainment support.
"This contract marks a significant milestone in our partnership with the US Army and our strategic collaboration with UVision," said Yoav Banai, Senior Vice President at Mistral Inc. "The HERO 120 delivers a powerful combination of lethality, flexibility, and operational simplicity. We are proud to field this capability for US forces and to combine Uvision's innovation with Mistral's integration and program-execution expertise."
The HERO 120 has demonstrated effectiveness across varied operational environments, providing soldiers with organic battlefield awareness, identification, tracking, and precision engagement capabilities. Its open architecture, modular design, and advanced payload options make it ideal for both conventional and asymmetric operations.
"We are honored to support the US Army operational needs with smart loitering munitions," said Dr. Ran Gozali, CEO of Uvision Group. "This award reflects the growing demand for loitering munitions and validates the operational value of the HERO 120 and the HERO family of systems. Together with Mistral, we are committed to delivering cutting-edge solutions that meet the evolving needs of the modern warfighter."
This contract covers system deliveries, training, and lifecycle sustainment. Initial deliveries are expected to begin in early 2026.
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