Laser-based defence systems developer, Esh-Tech, announced today (June 30) that it has raised USD 18 million in a funding round led by Kinetica Partners.
The investment follows the recent launch of Esh-Tech’s DroneLight counter-drone system at Eurosatory 2026. The funding will support the establishment of an Israeli production line, completion of development activities, recruitment of additional personnel and expansion of global sales and delivery operations to support growing customer demand.
Joining lead investor Kinetica in the round were Mahari, Renaton Capital, Q Fund, 2i Ventures, Hinkley, FFG and a number of angel investors, with active participation from the Israel Innovation Authority. Kinetica is managed by entrepreneurs Aaron Applbaum and Yoav Knoll, Frederic Landau and Brig. Gen. (res.) Amit Kunik, a former senior commander in Israel’s intelligence community.
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Image: The DroneLight on display at Eurosatory 2026 (Esh-Tech)
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