# Elbit Acquires Vancouver Underwater Systems Firm

Elbit Systems completed its acquisition of Vancouver-based International Submarine Engineering (ISE) in October 2026, adding autonomous and remotely operated underwater systems to its maritime portfolio. The purchase price was undisclosed and described as not material to Elbit. The acquisition is a corporate capability expansion—not a government solicitation or contract award—with Elbit aiming to integrate underwater vehicles with its air and surface autonomy for maritime intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance, mine countermeasures, and anti-submarine warfare.

- Defense suppliers working in underwater vehicles, maritime autonomy, and related systems can assess whether their capabilities complement Elbit’s expanded portfolio and could support future integration or teaming opportunities.
- The acquisition signals consolidation of maritime autonomy capabilities across air, surface, and underwater domains; contractors may find it relevant when positioning offerings for maritime ISR and mine-countermeasure missions.
- No contract value, solicitation, or award opportunity was announced, so the transaction should be treated as a market and supply-chain development rather than an active procurement.

**Jurisdictions:** international
**Industries:** Defense & Military
**Published:** October 21, 2026

### Vendors
- Elbit Systems (Acquirer)
- International Submarine Engineering (ISE) (Acquired company)

### Sources
- [Israel’s Elbit acquires Canadian company focused on autonomous underwater systems - Breaking Defense](https://breakingdefense.com/2026/10/israels-elbit-acquires-canadian-company-focused-on-autonomous-underwater-systems) - Breaking Defense