Management ChangeJun 11, 2026, 08:31 AM
Duke Robotics Appoints Yiftach Kleinman as CEO; Balucka to President
AI Summary
Duke Robotics Corp. announced the appointment of Yiftach Kleinman as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective no later than September 8, 2026. Kleinman, with over two decades of defense and drone-technology leadership, most recently from SpearUAV and Rafael Advanced Defense Systems, will succeed Yossef Balucka. Balucka will transition to President, focusing on advancing the company's commercial business and customer relationships, as Duke Robotics enters a new phase of growth and aims to significantly expand its defense business.
Key Highlights
- Yiftach Kleinman appointed Chief Executive Officer of Duke Robotics.
- Appointment is effective no later than September 8, 2026.
- Kleinman brings over two decades of defense and drone-technology leadership.
- He previously served as CEO of SpearUAV and held senior roles at Rafael Advanced Defense Systems.
- Current CEO Yossef Balucka will transition to President.
- Balucka will focus on advancing Duke Robotics' commercial business and customer relationships.
- The appointment aims to significantly expand the company's defense business.
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