International 02 Jun, 2026

Israel defence exports hit record USD 19.2 bn in 2025

Business To Business, Jerusalem, 2^nd June, 2026:   Israel achieved a new record in defence exports in 2025, marking the fifth consecutive year of growth and underscoring the strong global demand for advanced military systems.
Key figures
According to Israel's Defence Ministry:

• Defence exports in 2025: USD 19.2 billion
• Increase from 2024: Nearly 30%
• Growth over five years: Exports have doubled
• Growth over a decade: Exports have quadrupled

The figures highlight the expanding international market for Israeli defence technologies and weapons systems.
What drove the growth?
The ministry said the strongest demand came from:

• Rockets
• Missile systems
• Air defence systems

Israel has developed a reputation for advanced missile-interception and air-defence technologies, including systems such as Iron Dome, David's Sling, and Arrow. Growing geopolitical tensions in several regions have increased demand for such capabilities.
Government-to-government deals
A notable feature of 2025 was the surge in direct government-to-government agreements.

• Value of such agreements: Approximately USD 10 billion
• Share of total exports: More than half of all defence deals concluded during the year

Government-to-government contracts are often considered strategically important because they typically involve long-term partnerships, training, maintenance, and broader security cooperation.
Global significance
Israel is among the world's leading defence exporters despite its relatively small size. Its defence industry includes major companies such as:

• Israel Aerospace Industries
• Rafael Advanced Defense Systems
• Elbit Systems

The continued growth in exports reflects both technological innovation and increasing global demand for missile defence, surveillance, cybersecurity, and precision-strike capabilities.
Broader trend
The record figures come amid rising defence spending worldwide as countries seek to modernize their armed forces and strengthen their security capabilities in response to evolving geopolitical threats. Israel's advanced missile and air-defence technologies have been among the primary beneficiaries of this trend.