Israeli Military Company Controp Opens First Branch In UAE
The Hebrew newspaper Maariv reported that the Israeli government has approved to establishment of a branch of Controp Precision Technologies Ltd in the United Arab Emirates. The move is described as an ‘unprecedented security and economic step’ since the Abraham Accords came into existence in 2020.
The new branch, Controp Emirates Ltd., will operate from Abu Dhabi’s Free Trade Zone (ADGM), with full ownership retained by the Israeli parent company.
As per the Israeli outlet, the government approved the creation of the subsidiary following authorization from the Ministry of Defense. The Defense Security commissioner reviewed the plan and introduced “strict oversight mechanisms” to prevent the transfer of sensitive military information to foreign parties.
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The Abu Dhabi branch will manage sales, maintenance, technical support, and local manufacturing of Controp’s electro-optical systems used for surveillance, targeting, and reconnaissance.
The initial estimated investment is $30 million, which will be financed through Controp’s equity and owner loans.
The company stated that Controp Emirates would ‘enable improved service, shorter delivery times and stronger trust with local customers’.
An Israeli citizen will serve as chief executive, and Israel will have full operational control. The subsidiary will comply with all provisions of the Defense Export Control Law, with any transfer of knowledge or royalties needing explicit Defense Ministry approval.
Controp, a leading supplier of electro-optical and infrared systems, provides equipment for intelligence gathering, border surveillance, and drone warfare. Its products are used by the Israeli army, US border agencies, and several other foreign militaries.
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The new Emirati branch deepens Tel Aviv’s military footprint in the Gulf and integrates the UAE’s expanding defense market into Israel’s weapons supply chain.
