SIBAT, the defense export directorate of Israel's Ministry of Defense, is heading a national pavilion of 19 Israeli companies at AUSA 2026 in Washington, D.C. this week. Run by the Association of the United States Army, AUSA is the biggest land-forces exhibition in North America.

What is on show

Networked systems for intercepting drones.

GPS anti-jamming protection that can be updated in the field within minutes.

Remote explosives detection carried by drones and robots.

AI-based thermal imaging for seeing through darkness, smoke and fog.

Hybrid engines that keep drones in the air longer, and flexible solar panels for charging gear in the field.

Who is taking part

AccuBeat, Ashot Ashkelon Industries, ASIO Technologies, CTI Intl-Solutions, Dagan-Optics, IMCO Industries, infiniDome, Lowental Hybrid, Magam Safety, Orbit Communication Systems, ParaZero Technologies, Paxis, Redler Technologies, Sol Security Labs, Solarpaint, Steadicopter, Supergum Industries, Thermal Beacon and Tracense Systems.

The bigger picture

Israeli defense exports passed $19.2 billion in 2025, and the ministry is working on a reform to grow them further. SIBAT head Maj. Gen. (res.) Yair Kulas said the companies will meet U.S. Army officials and partners, and that the pavilion gives small and mid-sized firms a stage next to the established players.

For exporters, more U.S. defense deals mean more controlled shipments, so export licensing and dual-use paperwork should be checked early.