Uvision Group has finalized the acquisition of SpearUAV, an Israeli defense technology firm noted for its encapsulated AI-based loitering systems.
This strategic move is pivotal in Uvision’s efforts to enhance its portfolio of loitering munitions, providing an integrated and multi-layered approach to clients worldwide.
With the acquisition, SpearUAV aims to progress toward its ambition of becoming an essential "battalion-level air force," delivering ongoing support and expanding operational capabilities.
Advanced Capabilities in Loitering Systems
The Viper systems are tailored for tactical use in land vehicles, naval vessels, and submarines
The Viper family, central to SpearUAV's offerings, incorporates AI-driven systems featuring reconnaissance, attack, Electronic Warfare (EW), and Counter-UAS (C-UAS) capabilities. These systems enhance multi-mission dominance across ground, air, sea, and subsea environments.
The synergy of Viper and Uvision’s HERO loitering munitions potentially creates a comprehensive suite of solutions to meet the rising demand in the defense sector.
While HERO systems cater to high-level operations, offering precision in surveillance and attack, the Viper systems are tailored for tactical use in land vehicles, naval vessels, and submarines.
Strengthening Strategic Vision
Dr. Ran Gozali, CEO of Uvision, expressed confidence in SpearUAV’s leadership and technological prowess, stating: “We have great confidence in SpearUAV’s management team, technologies, innovation and capabilities. Over recent years, Spear’s strategy has aligned closely with our long-term vision.”
He highlighted that the acquisition enhances Uvision's capability to provide a strong, versatile product range with significant operational benefits for its clientele.
Celebrating collaborative success
Yiftach Kleinman, CEO of SpearUAV, reflected on the fruitful collaboration with Uvision since an initial investment four years ago: “This acquisition is first and foremost an achievement of SpearUAV’s team, whose innovation and professionalism - utilizing the vision of our founder, Gadi Kuperman - have positioned the company today as a global leader in encapsulated loitering weapon systems.”
Kleinman added that the merger would facilitate wider reach and greater value delivery for global clients.
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Uvision Group, a global pioneer in smart integrated systems, has announced the complete acquisition of SpearUAV, an Israeli defense tech company, developer of encapsulated AI-based loitering systems.
The acquisition marks another significant step in Uvision’s continued expansion, and in its strategy to deliver a comprehensive, multi-layered approach of loitering munitions across all domains to customers around the globe.
This acquisition will accelerate SpearUAV’s ability to realize its vision as the integral "battalion-level air force", providing persistent support and operational reach.
Battalion-level air force
It is centered on the Viper family of encapsulated AI-driven loitering systems that bring reconnaissance, attack, Electronic Warfare (EW) and Counter-UAS (C-UAS) advanced capabilities, amplifying multi-Mission dominance across air, ground, sea and Sub-sea domains.
The Viper family and product portfolio complement Uvision’s HERO family of Loitering Munitions, together forming an integrated suite of systems that can set new versatile solutions for the growing demand in the global defense market.
While HERO systems address missions at higher echelons, providing precision surveillance, target acquisition, and strike capabilities for tactical and operational formations, Viper systems focus on lower tactical levels, including units operating from ground vehicles, navy vessels and submarines.
Confidence in SpearUAV’s management team
Dr. Ran Gozali, CEO of Uvision, stated: “We have great confidence in SpearUAV’s management team, technologies, innovation and capabilities. Over recent years, Spear’s strategy has aligned closely with our long-term vision.”
“As UVision continues to expand - including our recent move into a new facility with advanced production, R&D and testing infrastructure — the merger strengthens our ability to deliver a robust and versatile product portfolio. By combining forces, we will deliver strong, versatile product portfolio and integrated solutions with greater operational impact and value to our customers.”
Achievement of SpearUAV’s team
Yiftach Kleinman, CEO of SpearUAV, added: “Since Uvision’s initial strategic investment four years ago, our collaboration has proven very effective and successful.”
“This acquisition is first and foremost an achievement of SpearUAV’s team, whose innovation and professionalism - utilizing the vision of our founder, Gadi Kuperman - have positioned the company today as a global leader in encapsulated loitering weapon systems. Joining forces under the Uvision group will allow us to expand our reach and deliver greater value to global customers."
