Combat-Proven Israeli Defense Innovations Shine at IDEX 2025
Attached photo credits: Israel Ministry of Defense
The Directorate for International Defense Cooperation (SIBAT) at the Israel Ministry of Defense (IMOD), together with leading Israeli defense companies, participated in the International Defence Exhibition & Conference - IDEX 2025, one of the world's premier defense exhibitions, which took place this week in Abu Dhabi.
The Israeli delegation, led by SIBAT Director Brig. Gen. (Ret.) Yair Kulas, showcased innovative defense solutions at the Israeli national pavilion. It presented advanced technologies in force protection, C4ISR, logistics, and unmanned systems.
The pavilion's inauguration ceremony was attended by Israel's Ambassador to the United Arab Emirates, Yossi Sheli, the Head of the Defense Export Control Agency (DECA), Racheli Chen, the President and CEO of Elbit Systems, Bezhalel (Butzi) Machlis, and other senior industry officials.
The pavilion highlighted breakthrough developments, including next-generation personal protection plates, advanced tactical medical equipment, combat-proven drone defense systems, and sophisticated communication solutions. Many of these systems have demonstrated their operational capabilities.
SIBAT Director, Brig. Gen. (Ret.) Yair Kulas: "Israel's participation in IDEX 2025 represents the flourishing defense cooperation that has emerged since the Abraham Accords. The combat-proven systems and technologies showcased by our defense industries highlight Israel's technological edge and our commitment to working with international partners to address shared security challenges."
Participating Companies in the Israel National Pavilion Through SIBAT:
CREOMAGIC LTD.
Provides advanced MANET communication solutions for mission-critical operations. At IDEX, the company will unveil its new CreoAir Pro communication device, offering enhanced tactical awareness and improved environmental interference handling in a compact, more cost-effective OEM form factor.
DAGAN-OPTICS LTD.
A hi-tech company specializing in innovative Electro-Optical systems. Their combat-proven products recently used include the SensoDrive thermal periscope for Merkava (Mark 3) tanks and "Elad"/SensoCam – a portable thermal day-night weapon sight with Fusion capability. The company will also present its new MISGAV-MSHHTI lightweight target acquisition system.
MEDITACTIC
Meditactic Personal Protection & Tactical Medical Solutions develops innovative tactical gear engineered by Spec-Ops operators and combat medical personnel. At IDEX, the company showcases two breakthrough developments: a SAPI-format personal protection plate offering level 3+ protection at just 1.1kg, and a second-generation tactical medical backpack developed with the IDF Elite unit medical personnel.
NIMDA CO LTD.
A provider of military vehicle modernization solutions with over five decades of experience. The company will present its combat-proven products, including the Powerpack of the Achzarit Heavy APC, the Electric Alternator in the M109 SPG, and the Automatic Transmission as part of the Powerpack of the Eytan APC.
OMNISYS LTD.
Delivers combat-proven mission planning and optimization systems in various domains, including air defense, air surveillance, electronic warfare, spectrum management, intelligence gathering, border security, and C-UAS, empowering commanders to enhance planning performance and mission success.
GATE TECHNOLOGIES LTD.
An innovative Electronic Safe & Arm Device (ESAD) company with over 25 years of experience, providing solutions from infantry-operated ESADs to cutting-edge missile & loitering ammunition ESADs, with outstanding in-house customizing capabilities.
MAGAM SAFETY LTD.
With over 60 years of experience in rubber, textile & inflatables, specializing in rubber-based fuel tanks, self-sealing fuel tanks, life rafts, parachutes, inflatable decoys, warrior gear, pilot's anti-G suits, and survival vests.
ORBIT COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS LTD.
A global leader in airborne and maritime communications, satellite tracking, and ground-station technology, providing solutions for mission aircraft, trainers, rotary-wing aircraft, transport vessels, tankers, jet fighters, and unmanned platforms.
REGULUS CYBER LTD.
Regulus Cyber is an IMOD supplier that has been developing GNSS security-related technologies since 2016. Their Ring C-UxS system uses GNSS manipulation against Uncrewed platforms and has demonstrated operational success with hundreds of systems deployed in a wide variety of use cases.
RT LTA SYSTEMS LTD.
RT LTA SYSTEMS specializes in tactical and strategic aerostat systems, featuring the combat-proven Skystar family of tactical aerostats for diverse payloads up to 60 KG and the Skyguard family reaching altitudes up to 20,000 feet. RT's aerostats are deployed globally, with over 6 million operational hours supporting military and security missions.
STEADICOPTER LTD.
Designs and manufactures rotary unmanned aerial systems, both light and heavy, offering real-time intelligence and precise strike capabilities. These systems address defense and HLS challenges over land, sea, and urban environments.