JERUSALEM — Israeli loitering‑munition developer Uvision has signed a partnership with Estonia’s autonomy specialist Lendurai. The agreement will see Lendurai’s software integrated onto Uvision platforms for an unnamed NATO customer.
Signed on September 24, the deal marks Uvision’s first public venture into the Baltic region. Estonia is recognized for its software expertise and is accelerating efforts to expand its low‑cost munitions capabilities.
Ran Gozali, Uvision’s Chief Executive Officer, emphasized that “AI‑enabled autonomy is becoming increasingly important in addressing the complexity of modern operational environments.” He added that the partnership will integrate capabilities “in support of the evolving needs of NATO Forces.”
Founded in 2011, Uvision has pioneered the Hero series of loitering munitions, which are offered in multiple sizes and ranges and feature deployable wings after launch. The company characterizes these systems as “combat‑proven smart integrated solutions that deliver precise and effective attack capabilities to military forces worldwide.”
Lendurai produces a drone interceptor named Accipiter, but the focus of the agreement is its software, especially the Neocortex system, which the company claims has been “battle‑proven in Ukraine.” It remains unclear whether the Hero platform will be directly involved; Uvision has broadened its portfolio in recent years, including the acquisition of Israel’s SpearUAV, which manufactures smaller tactical systems.
“Combining our AI and autonomy expertise with Uvision’s proven unmanned systems creates an opportunity to deliver capabilities tailored to real operational requirements, while laying the groundwork for broader cooperation in the future,” said Siim Maivel, Lendurai’s Chief Executive Officer.
Uvision has intensified its focus on the European market over the past year, establishing a dedicated European subsidiary in Munich—Uvision Europe—announced in March to coordinate its regional activities. Neighboring states including Estonia, Lithuania, and Latvia are modernizing their armed forces in response to heightened threats from Russia.
Uvision also maintains a strong presence in the U.S. market for loitering munitions. In October 2025, the company announced a near‑$1 billion contract with U.S. partner Mistral to supply Hero‑120 systems to the U.S. Army. Additionally, Uvision introduced a new battle‑management system named Cortex in June, designed to interconnect sensors with its Hero, Viper, and Peregrine platforms.
