The U.S. Army has awarded a multi-year Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract valued at $982 million to Mistral Inc. and Uvision Inc. for the Lethal Unmanned System (LUS) program. This major contract will facilitate the procurement, fielding, training, and sustainment of the HERO 120 loitering munition system, highlighting the Army’s strategic push to enhance its precision strike capabilities and operational effectiveness.
The HERO 120 is a mid-range loitering munition, developed by Uvision’s parent company, specifically designed for the precision engagement of armored and high-value targets. Uvision, a global pioneer in loitering munitions, contributes its deep technical expertise and extensive experience from working with armies and special forces worldwide. Mistral Inc. will act as the prime contractor, overseeing critical areas such as system integration, the lethality package, program management, and comprehensive sustainment support.
Senior leadership from both companies hailed the contract as a significant milestone. Yoav Banai, Senior Vice President at Mistral, emphasized the powerful combination of Uvision’s innovation and Mistral’s proven program-execution and integration expertise. Dr. Ran Gozali, CEO of Uvision Group, stated the award validates the operational value of the HERO family of systems and reflects the growing demand for these advanced capabilities.
The HERO 120 has proven its effectiveness in diverse operational environments, providing soldiers with organic battlefield awareness, identification, tracking, and precision engagement. Its open architecture, modular design, and advanced payload options make it a versatile tool for both conventional and asymmetric warfare. This contract covers all aspects from system deliveries and training to full lifecycle sustainment, with initial deliveries expected to commence in early 2026.
