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Harris Night Vision Acquisition – a Big Deal for Elbit Systems

Analysis: Elbit Systems of America, a subsidiary of Elbit Systems and the Harris Corporation have agreed to move forward with the acquisition of Harris’ Night Vision business for $350 million. The acquisition of Harris' night vision business opens a huge market for Elbit Systems, both domestic and international. Over 50 years Harris and its predecessors Exelis and ITT have established their night vision systems as the market leader. But with the planned merger between Harris and L3 Technologies, Inc., the night vision systems business becomes redundant under the combined portfolio.

First Order for BrightNite Helicopter Piloting System

Elbit Systems received a first order for the BrightNite vision system from one of NATO air forces in, (name of the country has not been released). BrightNite is designed to enhance helicopter pilot visibility and situational awareness in Degraded Visual Environment (DVE) conditions. The company is expected to deliver the systems under a $17 million contract, within 30 months.

Ogara Group

The Ogara Group offers a wide range of defense products and services to commercial and government organizations. The group’s business activities includes provisioning of...

Update: U.S. Army Awards Enhanced NVG Contracts to ITT, DRS and...

The U.S. Army Research Development and Engineering Command (REDCOM) have ordered 660 Enhanced Night Vision Goggles (ENVG) from three manufacturers for testing, toward massive fielding...

Advanced Weapon’s Sights Improve Infantry Firepower, Accuracy

Start < Page 1 0f 2 > In an effort to improve the accuracy and effect of small arms, modern armies are equipping their infantry soldiers with...

Liteye OLED Helmet Mounted Displays

Liteye 450 helmet mounted display (HMD) introduced by mid-2005 is a rugged, waterproof lightweight display that snaps into a standard PVS-14 military helmet mount,...

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