Elbit Systems nets $170m IDF contract for artillery training

Elbit Systems said it received a contract worth approximately $170 million from Israel's Ministry of Defense to establish and operate an artillery training and simulation centre over 15 years. The Israeli ministry separately valued the agreement at more than $190 million (about NIS 600 million); the reason for the difference between the two officially reported amounts has not been disclosed. The centre will support introduction of the ROEM (SIGMA) self-propelled howitzer and LAHAV (PULS) precision rocket launcher, providing mission and driving simulators, classrooms, and dedicated infrastructure. Elbit will also provide AI-enabled training functions, instruction, maintenance and support throughout the contract period to improve crew proficiency and reduce wear on operational artillery platforms.