Estonian Software to Power Israeli Loitering Munitions
Israeli loitering-munition manufacturer Uvision has signed a partnership agreement with Estonian autonomy company Lendurai. Under the deal, Lendurai’s software will be integrated into Uvision platforms intended for an unidentified NATO customer.
Signed on Sept. 24, the agreement appears to be Uvision’s first public confirmation of an expansion into the Estonian market. Estonia is widely recognized for its software expertise and is accelerating efforts to develop affordable munitions suited to the changing demands of modern warfare.
Artificial Intelligence at the Core of the Partnership
Uvision CEO Ran Gozali said AI-enabled autonomy is becoming increasingly important as military forces confront the growing complexity of operational environments.
According to Gozali, the cooperation with Lendurai will allow the companies to integrate capabilities designed to address the evolving requirements of NATO forces.
The agreement does not specify whether the Estonian software will be installed on Uvision’s Hero drone. The Israeli company operates a broad portfolio of loitering munitions and has expanded its range in recent years, including through the acquisition of Israeli firm SpearUAV, which develops smaller tactical systems.
Combat Experience in Ukraine Strengthens Lendurai’s Position
Lendurai also manufactures a drone interceptor called Accipiter, but the company’s software—particularly its Neocortex system—is expected to be the central element of the partnership.
Lendurai says the technology has been battle-tested in Ukraine. The system is designed to provide autonomous capabilities and support detection and response in complex operational environments.
Lendurai CEO Siim Maivel said that combining the company’s expertise in artificial intelligence and autonomy with Uvision’s unmanned platforms creates an opportunity to deliver systems tailored to real operational requirements.
He added that the agreement could provide the foundation for broader cooperation in the future.
Uvision Builds a Stronger European Footprint
The Israeli company has been placing greater emphasis on the European market. In March, Uvision announced the creation of a Munich-based subsidiary called Uvision Europe, intended to serve as an anchor for its activities across the continent.
Estonia, Lithuania and Latvia are all rapidly modernizing their armed forces amid growing concerns over the threat posed by Russia. Against this backdrop, unmanned systems, loitering munitions and drone-interception technologies have become priorities for the Baltic states and their allies.
Israeli Portfolio Also Expands in the United States
Uvision is simultaneously seeking to strengthen its position in the American market. In October 2025, the company announced an almost $1 billion contract, executed through its U.S. partner Mistral, to provide the Hero-120 system to the U.S. Army.
In June, Uvision also unveiled Cortex, a new battle-management system designed to connect sensors with the company’s Hero, Viper and Peregrine platforms. The architecture is intended to improve coordination between surveillance, command-and-control and strike assets.
Through its agreement with Lendurai, Uvision is reinforcing its position in a sector where artificial intelligence, autonomy and affordable munitions are becoming increasingly important components of Western military planning.
