Arotech Awarded Over $1 Million for Logistical Support of Driving Simulators

October 20, 2005 - Arotech Corporation (NasdaqNM: ARTX) announced today that its Simulation and Security Division, through its FAAC subsidiary, has received orders totaling over $1 million for contractor logistical support of its driving simulator contracts.

“The new orders are evidence of our strong service reputation and dedication to our customers which continues long after the sale,” stated Kurt Flosky, Executive Vice President of Arotech’s FAAC subsidiary.

“Our continued support to our customers, which includes on-site maintenance, support staff and extended hardware warranty packages, ensures worry-free operations for years to come,” said Robert S. Ehrlich, Chairman and CEO of Arotech Corporation. “This level of confidence and the demonstrated reliability of our simulation systems attest to the high quality of our products and services”.

About Arotech’s Simulation and Security Division:

Arotech’s Simulation and Security Division develops manufactures and markets advanced hi-tech multimedia and interactive digital solutions for use-of-force and driving training of military, law enforcement, security and private industry personnel. The division’s fully interactive driver-training systems feature state-of-the-art vehicle simulator technology enabling training in situation awareness, risk analysis and decision making, emergency reaction and avoidance procedures, and conscientious equipment operation. Over 100,000 drivers have been trained on its installed base of 244 driving simulators. The division also provides pilot decision-making support software for the F-15, F-18, and JSF aircraft as well as simulation models for the ACMI/TACTS air combat training ranges. In addition, the division’s use-of-force training products and services allow organizations to train their personnel in safe, productive and realistic environments.
Arotech’s Simulation and Security Division consists of FAAC Incorporated and IES Interactive Training Inc.

About Arotech Corporation:
Arotech Corporation is a leading provider of quality defense and security products for the military, law enforcement and homeland security markets, including multimedia interactive simulators/trainers, lightweight armoring and advanced zinc-air and lithium batteries and chargers. Arotech operates through three major business divisions: Armor, Simulation and Security and Battery and Power Systems.
Arotech is incorporated in Delaware, with corporate offices in Auburn, Alabama, and research, development and production subsidiaries in Alabama, Colorado, Michigan, California and Israel.

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