Duke Robotics Corp. (“Duke Robotics” or the “Company”), a leader in advanced robotics technology and autonomous drone solutions, today announced the successful commencement of its 2025 insulator cleaning activity in Israel with the Israel Electric Corporation (“IEC”) under its previously announced service agreement. The Company’s innovative IC Drone system has been successfully deployed at the start of the insulator cleaning season in May 2025, marking a full-season operational timeline compared to 2024’s mid-season commencement.
Unlike the 2024 season, when services began in August following the signing of the commercial agreement, Duke Robotics has strategically positioned itself to capitalize on the entire 2025 insulator cleaning season. The IC Drone services are seasonal in nature, typically running from spring to fall, and the Company expects to recognize revenue from these operations already in the second quarter of the Company’s 2025 financial results.
“We’re pleased to announce the timely commencement of our IC Drone services with the IEC at the very beginning of the 2025 insulator cleaning season,” said Yossef Balucka, Chief Executive Officer of Duke Robotics. “We believe that this early start demonstrates our operational readiness and commitment to maximizing service delivery throughout the entire season, and t that this full-season approach will positively impact the second quarter of 2025 revenue compared to the same period last year, when no revenue was recognized from these services due to our 2024 mid-season start.”
The IC Drone’s advanced technology provides the IEC with a safer, more efficient, and environmentally sustainable solution for maintaining high-voltage electric infrastructure compared to traditional methods. The system’s successful deployment underscores its operational reliability and the growing market demand for innovative utility maintenance solutions.
This milestone further validates Duke Robotics’ transition from development to active commercial operations and supports the Company’s global expansion strategy, which includes its recently established Greek subsidiary and ongoing efforts to bring its innovative technology to utility providers worldwide.