Israel Signs 15-Year Deal for Advanced Artillery Training Facility
Translated & summarized from Kikar HaShabbat by baba
Israel's Ministry of Defense and the IDF have signed a 15-year, NIS 600 million contract with Elbit Systems for a new advanced training facility for artillery corps. The facility will train soldiers on the future "Ro'em" cannon and "Lahav" rocket systems. This initiative aims to enhance operational readiness, shorten training times, and improve soldier proficiency while optimizing resource use.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Israel signed a 15-year, NIS 600 million deal with Elbit Systems for artillery training.
- The new facility will train soldiers on the future "Ro'em" cannon and "Lahav" rocket systems.
- The agreement aims to boost IDF operational readiness and soldier proficiency.
- The project includes advanced training infrastructure and simulators.
- The deal is expected to shorten training periods and save resources.
Israel's Ministry of Defense and the IDF have signed a 15-year agreement with Elbit Systems to establish a dedicated facility for training artillery corps commanders and soldiers. The facility will support the artillery corps' primary and new fire platforms, including the future "Ro'em" (SIGMA) cannon and the "Lahav" (PULS) rocket launcher system. The contract, valued at approximately NIS 600 million, is led by the land procurement unit of the Defense Procurement Administration (MAPA) and includes the development and supply of advanced training infrastructure, along with comprehensive training, maintenance, and logistical support services.
This project is a significant milestone for the IDF's readiness and the operational capability of the artillery corps as the new platforms prepare for full operational service. The transition to an advanced training concept will enable the corps to optimally utilize the operational capabilities of the new fire systems, shorten training and qualification periods, enhance soldier proficiency, and achieve considerable savings in resources, budgets, and operational platform maintenance. The new system will involve the construction of physical infrastructure, advanced training classrooms, and driving and mission simulators.
Ze'ev Landau, Deputy Director and Head of MAPA at the Ministry of Defense, stated that the agreement significantly strengthens the IDF's power and readiness, reflecting the ministry's strategy to enhance operational capabilities, bolster Israeli industry, and ensure long-term technological and logistical support for ground forces. He added that the integration of advanced training and simulation technologies with comprehensive long-term support will help the artillery corps fully leverage the potential of the "Ro'em" cannon and new systems while optimizing resource utilization.
Boaz Cohen, CEO of Land Systems and Defense Industries at Elbit Systems, noted that Elbit, as a partner to the defense establishment and the IDF, has developed world-leading training systems for the ground forces. He explained that the Artillery School and the training system for the artillery corps will enable high-quality and efficient training to maintain the fire array at the highest level of readiness.
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