Plasan Overview
Plasan manufactures armor for tactical combat vehicles, fixed- and rotary-winged aircraft, naval platforms, civilian armored vehicles, and personal protection. The company develops armor that can be built into the vehicle or added later. For airborne applications, Plasan makes installation kits that can be used on multiple models of the same aircraft. The kits are designed for quick repairs and can even be installed in the middle of a mission. Many of Plasans engineers have military experience and are constantly seeking up-to-date feedback from frontline troops. That feedback is then used to improve designs and create better survivability products.
Latest News
Plasan looks to raise $150 million at a $500 million valuation amid defensetech surge | CTech
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Plasan is revealing a new vehicle - WILDER
Plasan Sasa Ltd. is revealing a new vehicle, the Wilder Ultra-Light Armored Vehicle, designed for military patrols and Special Forces. The vehicle offers mobility, protection, and firepower, breaking the paradigm of having to choose between these features. It provides Stanag 4569 Level 2 protection for 4 people, weighs 3.7t, and has a payload of 800kg. The Wilder has a unique patented suspension system, a reliable engine, and a central driving position with panoramic view. It also has excellent situational awareness, internal transportability, and options for 4-wheel steering and remote control. Plasan Sasa Ltd. is offering the Wilder as a turnkey product or in kit form for local assembly. The vehicle will be presented at Eurosatory 2022.
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Plasan Signed a Contract With TESS DEFENCE S.A., for the armouring of the VCR Dragon 8x8
Plasan Sasa Ltd. has signed a contract with TESS DEFENCE S.A. to provide its advanced armour package for the Spanish Armys VCR Dragon 8x8 wheeled combat vehicle. The contract covers the first 348 Dragon vehicles and includes the supply of lightweight and modular RPG protection and mine protection solutions. Deliveries will start in January 2022 and continue until 2026. Plasan CEO, Dan Ziv, expressed pride in participating in the prestigious program and highlighted Plasans ability to adapt its technology to specific platform and customer needs.
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רפאל מנהלת מגעים לרכישת עד 50% ממניות פלסן סאסא כלכליסט
The government-owned company Rafael is in talks to acquire up to 50% of Plasan Sasa, a world leader in vehicle protection. The deal is expected to take place in several stages, with Rafael initially acquiring 15% of Plasan Sasas shares. The acquisition is part of Rafaels search for new growth engines. Plasan Sasa, fully owned by Kibbutz Sasa, is expected to significantly increase its value in the next stages.
Acquisition
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https://www.israeldefense.co.il/en/node/45328
Plasans SandCat light armored vehicle, used for medical evacuation, is being displayed at the MSPO 2020 defense exhibition in Poland. The vehicle was selected in a tender by the Polish Military Police in 2015 and 14 vehicles were purchased. The medical evacuation version is equipped with various medical equipment. The article highlights the display of the vehicle at the exhibition.
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| Sector | Aerospace, Defense & HLS |
Funding
| Total funding | Undisclosed |
| Last funding | Undisclosed |
| Stage | Mature |
| Rounds | 0 |
| Investors | 0 |
Team Members
4
Employees: 201-500
Web & Social Links
| Website | plasan.com |
Locations
Sasa, Israel
Sderot HaNassi Herzog, Ma'alot-Tarshiha, Israel
3195 Wilson Drive Northwest, Walker, MI, USA
Quai Pasteur, Chambilly, France
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Plasan Business
Business models
B2G
Product stage
Released
Employees
201-500
Sector
Aerospace, Defense & HLSDefense & HLS SolutionsCombat Equipment & SystemsIndustrial TechnologiesMaterial Innovations & ApplicationsTarget Customer
Defense, Safety & SecurityNational SecurityMilitarySecurityHomeland SecurityIndustrial ManufacturingDiscrete IndustriesAutomotiveCore Technology
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automotivemilitarydefensecomposite-materialsaviationsafetyhomeland-securityfabricsnanotechnologysmart-mobilityGeographic Markets
United StatesIsraelPlasan Financials
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Mature
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Plasan Lifecycle
Plasan News
14 articlesPlasan looks to raise $150 million at a $500 million valuation amid defensetech surge | CTech
growth-positive
Plasan is revealing a new vehicle - WILDER
Plasan Sasa Ltd. is revealing a new vehicle, the Wilder Ultra-Light Armored Vehicle, designed for military patrols and Special Forces. The vehicle offers mobility, protection, and firepower, breaking the paradigm of having to choose between these features. It provides Stanag 4569 Level 2 protection for 4 people, weighs 3.7t, and has a payload of 800kg. The Wilder has a unique patented suspension system, a reliable engine, and a central driving position with panoramic view. It also has excellent situational awareness, internal transportability, and options for 4-wheel steering and remote control. Plasan Sasa Ltd. is offering the Wilder as a turnkey product or in kit form for local assembly. The vehicle will be presented at Eurosatory 2022.
CustomersPartners
growth-positive
Plasan Signed a Contract With TESS DEFENCE S.A., for the armouring of the VCR Dragon 8x8
Plasan Sasa Ltd. has signed a contract with TESS DEFENCE S.A. to provide its advanced armour package for the Spanish Armys VCR Dragon 8x8 wheeled combat vehicle. The contract covers the first 348 Dragon vehicles and includes the supply of lightweight and modular RPG protection and mine protection solutions. Deliveries will start in January 2022 and continue until 2026. Plasan CEO, Dan Ziv, expressed pride in participating in the prestigious program and highlighted Plasans ability to adapt its technology to specific platform and customer needs.
Partners
growth-positive
רפאל מנהלת מגעים לרכישת עד 50% ממניות פלסן סאסא כלכליסט
The government-owned company Rafael is in talks to acquire up to 50% of Plasan Sasa, a world leader in vehicle protection. The deal is expected to take place in several stages, with Rafael initially acquiring 15% of Plasan Sasas shares. The acquisition is part of Rafaels search for new growth engines. Plasan Sasa, fully owned by Kibbutz Sasa, is expected to significantly increase its value in the next stages.
Acquisition
growth-positive
https://www.israeldefense.co.il/en/node/45328
Plasans SandCat light armored vehicle, used for medical evacuation, is being displayed at the MSPO 2020 defense exhibition in Poland. The vehicle was selected in a tender by the Polish Military Police in 2015 and 14 vehicles were purchased. The medical evacuation version is equipped with various medical equipment. The article highlights the display of the vehicle at the exhibition.
Customers
growth-positive
Plasan SandCat Stormer 4x4 armored vehicle for police and security forces
The Polish Military Gendarmerie has presented a medical evacuation vehicle based on the Sandcat Stormer, manufactured by Israeli company Plasan. The SandCat is a 4x4 light armored vehicle designed for military and security forces. Plasan has signed a contract with Poland in 2015 to deliver 14 third-generation SandCat vehicles to the Polish Military Police. The SandCat provides a high level of ballistic protection and is designed for various mission profiles. The vehicle is named Szop in the Polish armed forces.
Partners
growth-positive
Plasan Introduces the StreetDrone Open Autonomy Platform to Israel
StreetDrone has formed an exclusive partnership with Plasan to bring its software and hardware solutions to Israel. Plasan will provide distribution and support for StreetDrones autonomous vehicles and testing eco-system in Israels mobility hubs, cities, universities, and autonomous vehicle testing facilities. StreetDrone offers a range of autonomous-ready vehicles and open source software systems, catering to start-ups, innovation labs, and academic/research institutions. With Plasans support, StreetDrone can deploy autonomous fleets or integrate its self-driving system into any vehicle. Plasans expertise in vehicle design and engineering, modeling, simulation, and composite materials will enhance StreetDrones offerings in the Israeli market. This partnership aims to accelerate R&D in autonomous vehicles and related systems in Israels growing smart mobility ecosystem.
Partners
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Armored Car Maker Plasan Unveils Ultralight Armored Vehicle
Israeli armored vehicle maker Plasan Sasa Ltd. unveiled the Yagu, the lightest version of its flagship SandCat Stormer 4X4 armored vehicle family. The Yagu is an ultralight and agile vehicle with a high level of protection, designed for use by Special Forces, border guards, or for counter-terror operations. Plasan has unveiled over 15 variants of SandCat vehicles to date.
Customers
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Israeli co Plasan unveils Sand Cat armored vehicle
Plasan Sasa has developed an armored vehicle called the Sand Cat, designed for use by police and security forces worldwide. The vehicle is equipped with systems to disperse demonstrations and gain control over public disturbances. It integrates various tools to minimize harm to innocent bystanders, including a camera for threat analysis, a blinding light, a noise cannon, and a tear gas dispersal system. The Sand Cat is expected to be effective in thwarting terrorist attacks in civilian areas. However, there has been criticism of the use of excessive force and military technologies against civilian populations.
Customers
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Israeli company, hurt by U.S. troop withdrawal from Iraq, pivots and returns to profit
Plasan Sasa, an Israeli company that sells vehicle armor, has been awarded the Red Ball Express prize by the National Defense Industrial Association for its contributions to homeland security. The company experienced a decline in sales after the U.S. withdrew from Iraq and Afghanistan, but has since reinvented itself and is now doing well again. Plasan Sasa has shifted from making armor for other companies vehicles to providing armored vehicles and developing composite materials. It has expanded its market beyond the American military and now works with customers worldwide. The companys new strategy includes selling to police forces and border guards, in addition to armies. Plasan Sasas notable product is the SandCat, a versatile armored vehicle.
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NDIA 2017 Red Ball Express Award for Plasan Sasa
Plasan Sasa, an Israeli company, has won the NDIA 2017 Red Ball Express Award for their exceptional vehicle armor that has saved countless lives of American service members. The award is presented annually by the National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) to individuals and government institutions that contribute to strengthening national security through the development of tactical wheeled vehicles. Plasan Sasa is a global leader in designing, developing, manufacturing, and integrating comprehensive vehicle protection systems. They are known for their innovations in vehicular cabin, chassis, and hull armor kits. The formal presentation of the award will take place on May 16, 2017.
Partners
growth-positive
A New Israeli Sandcat Spoted in Paris - Defense Update:
Plasan, an Israeli company, is showcasing a new model of the Sandcat light armored vehicle at Eurosatory 2016. The company has launched a production line of the Sandcat to address the growing demand for affordable combat vehicles. The latest version of the Sandcat has been redesigned with streamlined shapes to improve survivability and protection. It features kitted hull protection and an improved dashboard with a digital display system. The vehicle is currently operational with 15 user nations worldwide. Plasan has implemented similar protection designs in other programs and is demonstrating its new capabilities through a Virtual Reality experience at the show.
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Meet the new Humvee, expected to serve in Israel
The article discusses the Oshkosh L-ATV, a new military vehicle that is expected to replace the Humvee. The US Army plans to incorporate the L-ATV into operation by 2018, and Oshkosh expects to sell 55 thousand of these vehicles for a total of $30 billion by 2040. Israel is likely to acquire the L-ATV due to an Israeli company, Plasan, being involved in its creation. Plasan is a world leader in vehicle armor and has a close partnership with Oshkosh. However, due to program requirements, Plasan is expected to see minimal profits from the deal. The deal will provide much-needed funds for Plasan after the company had to lay off 800 workers.
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Israeli-made armor saves US soldiers' lives
US Ambassador to Israel Daniel Shapiro visited Plasan factory in late January to learn about the companys advanced armor technologies. Plasan manufactures armor used in the majority of the US militarys armored vehicles. The ambassador praised Plasan for saving the lives of American soldiers in Iraq and Afghanistan with their armor kits. The visit highlighted the strong partnership between Israel and the United States. The article also mentions the economic relationship between the two countries, with many major US technology companies having research and development centers in Israel.
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Employee Info
| Employees (range) | 201-500 |
| Exact count | 269 |
| Team members | 4 |
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| Confidence | 92/100 |
| Missing | funding rounds, markets, not claimed |
| Registrar ID | 513768341 |
| Crunchbase | plasan |
| Phone | +97246809000 |
| Last updater | Yanina Wainscheinker |
| Updater email | yanina.wainscheinker@sncentral.org |
| Last update | 2022-12-14T00:00:00.000Z |
| Created | 2015-11-18T00:00:00.000Z |