BETHESDA, Md., Oct. 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Mistral Inc., a leading provider of advanced defense solutions, together with Uvision Inc. (formerly known as UVision USA), announced today that the U.S. Army awarded a multi-year Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract valued at $982,000,000 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 mid-range loitering munitions 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 with 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 U.S. 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 U.S. forces and to combine Uvision’s innovation with Mistral’s integration and program-execution expertise.”
The HERO120 has demonstrated effectiveness across varied operational environments, providing soldiers with an organic, increased 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 U.S. 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.
About Mistral Inc.
Mistral Inc. is a leading U.S. systems integrator and defense technology company delivering innovative, mission-ready solutions to the U.S. government and allied partners. For more than 37 years, Mistral has connected warfighters’ operational requirements with state-of-the-art, effective, and proven systems. Headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland, with production and integration facilities in Nottingham, Maryland, Mistral is a trusted member of the U.S. defense industrial base, committed to advancing national security and next-generation defense capabilities.
About Uvision Inc.
Uvision Group is a global leader in loitering munitions and smart integrated systems. With a proven track record of delivering combat-proven solutions worldwide, Uvision combines cutting-edge autonomy, AI-Based advancements, and multi-platform integration to empower modern armed forces with unmatched operational flexibility, precision, and survivability.
Uvision Inc. is a fully owned subsidiary of Uvision Air Ltd., Headquartered in Stafford VA, Uvision Inc. has two production facilities in the US, supporting its customers with training, Integrated Logistic Support (ILS), Systems’ Integration systems and sustainment, delivering customers operational flexibility and effectiveness to dominate today’s battles and prepare for tomorrow’s challenges.
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