Matrix Expands Security Operations by Acquiring Laor Energy for 73 Million Shekels
How 2 Israeli newsrooms covered this story — translated into English and compared side by side.
First reported by Globes · 2 hours ago
What happened
Matrix is acquiring 80% of Laor Energy for about 73 million shekels to expand its defense sector capabilities in electromechanical systems. Laor Energy, founded in 1993, specializes in energy and electromechanical solutions for Israel's defense industries. The acquisition will combine Matrix's software and cyber expertise with Laor's engineering and manufacturing, strengthening Matrix's defense market presence locally and internationally.
- 01Matrix acquires 80% of Laor Energy for approximately 73 million shekels.
- 02Laor Energy specializes in electromechanical and energy systems for defense since 1993.
- 03The deal includes mutual call and put options based on performance over two years.
- 04Laor had 91 million shekels in assets and 12 million shekels net profit in 2025.
- 05Matrix's defense business exceeds one billion shekels annually and will expand with this acquisition.
- 06CEO Moti Gutman calls the move strategic for Matrix's defense technology leadership.
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