Acquisition of SpearUAV Strengthens Multi-Layer Loitering Munitions Capabilities

Uvision Group, a developer of smart integrated systems, has completed the acquisition of Israeli defense tech company SpearUAV, a developer of encapsulated AI-based loitering systems.

This acquisition is a key step in Uvision’s strategy to provide a comprehensive, multi-layered approach of loitering munitions across all domains for its global customers. The newly combined portfolio offers versatile solutions for the growing demand in the global defense market by expanding Uvision’s capabilities across tactical and operational levels, ranging from platoon to division and brigade formations.

SpearUAV’s Viper family of encapsulated AI-driven loitering systems complements Uvision’s HERO family of Loitering Munitions. The Viper systems focus on lower tactical levels, including units operating from ground vehicles, navy vessels, and submarines, and are centered on delivering reconnaissance, attack, Electronic Warfare (EW), and Counter-UAS (C-UAS) advanced capabilities. In contrast, the HERO systems address missions at higher echelons, providing precision surveillance, target acquisition, and strike capabilities for tactical and operational formations.

The merger is expected to accelerate SpearUAV’s vision as the integral “battalion-level air force,” providing persistent support and operational reach.

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.”

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.”

Uvision designs and manufactures combat-proven smart integrated systems, providing military organizations around the globe with precise and effective operational attack capabilities. Its HERO series of systems provides high-precision strike capabilities, based on unique aerodynamic platform configurations, flight qualities for precision-attack, integrated advanced airborne guidance, navigation and computer vision algorithms. The loitering munitions are suitable for tactical and strategic targets, utilizing a variety of warheads to ensure maximum mission effectiveness.