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Aharon Frenkel's UVision Moves Toward Nasdaq Listing at Up to $3.5 Billion Valuation

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First reported by Calcalist · Jun 21, 2026

What happened

UVision Air, owned by Aharon Frenkel, is expected to file for a Nasdaq IPO within a month at a valuation of $3 billion to $3.5 billion. The company, based in Hefer Valley, has a $370 million order backlog and recently signed a $982 million U.S. deal starting in 2026.

  • 01UVision Air is preparing a Nasdaq IPO at a $3 billion to $3.5 billion valuation.
  • 02Aharon Frenkel bought the company in 2011 for about $110 million.
  • 03The company reports about $370 million in orders and over 250 employees.
  • 04Last year it signed a $982 million U.S. loitering drones contract starting in 2026.
  • 05The Hero 120 model was chosen for the American deal.

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Full coverage · 2 outlets

The same event, reported separately by each newsroom. Open a few to compare what each emphasizes — and what they leave out.

GlobesUnrated · HebrewJun 21, 2026
Aharon Frenkel's UVision Moves Toward Nasdaq Listing at Up to $3.5 Billion Valuation
CalcalistUnrated · HebrewJun 21, 2026
Frankel moves UVision toward Nasdaq IPO at up to $4 billion valuation

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