The Israeli Ministry of Defense is expanding the production capacity of the Arrow system, which is used to counter ballistic missile threats. Under a new plan, the U.S.-co-developed system aims to increase both stock levels and production speed.
The Israeli Cabinet’s Procurement Committee approved the Ministry of Defense’s (IMOD) plan to significantly accelerate the production of Arrow interceptors, developed and manufactured by Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI). The agreement, advanced by Defense Minister Israel Katz and IMOD Director General Major General (Res.) Amir Baram, will increase both the production pace and the stockpile of interceptors. Meanwhile, Israel’s defense industry continues to expand production capacity in line with IMOD directives.
Operational Capability and Strategic Partnership
Developed in collaboration with the U.S. Missile Defense Agency (MDA), the Arrow system intercepts ballistic threats at exo-atmospheric and upper-atmosphere altitudes. This provides protection against long-range strategic threats. The system has proven its operational capability by successfully intercepting numerous ballistic missiles launched from Iran and Yemen during ongoing conflicts. Furthermore, the Arrow is considered one of the world’s most advanced missile defense systems. It is part of a multi-layered air defense network that also includes the David’s Sling and Iron Dome systems.
Production Process and Participating Companies
The acceleration plan is coordinated by the Israel Missile Defense Organization (IMDO) under the Directorate of Defense Research and Development (DDR&D) along with budgetary units. IAI (MLM Division), the system’s main developer, works in partnership with Stark Aerospace in the U.S. In addition, ELTA Systems, Elbit Systems, Tomer, and Rafael Advanced Defense Systems also contribute to the production process. Strategic cooperation between Israel and the United States continues to play a key role in the development and production of the system.
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Source: C4Defence-IMOD
