Nukkleus Secures $250 Million Capital Facility for Defense Acquisitions

27 September, 2025

The Nasdaq-listed holding company accelerates its strategic shift into defense, from exclusive U.S. drone distribution deals to acquisitions of Israeli firms supplying critical systems for Iron Dome

U.S.-Israeli holding company Nukkleus (Nasdaq: NUKK), led by CEO Manny Shalom, has entered into a flexible capital agreement with existing investor Esousa Holding Group, granting the company access to up to $250 million over the next three years.

The facility will allow Nukkleus to sell shares at its discretion, subject to trading volumes and regulatory requirements, providing fresh resources to accelerate its defense and aerospace acquisition strategy. The company focuses on firms active in AI-powered navigation, integrated national security systems, and drone platforms, with operations spanning the U.S., Israel, and Europe.

“This new facility provides Nukkleus with the financial flexibility and resources to quickly seize strategic opportunities and expand our global defense footprint,” said Shalom [pictured above]

From Solar Drone Distribution to SPAC Deals
The move follows a series of aggressive steps into the defense sector. In August, Nukkleus signed an exclusive U.S. distribution deal with Israeli startup Blade Ranger, which develops drones for cleaning solar panels. Under the agreement, Nukkleus will market Blade Ranger’s technology to the defense and homeland security markets.

Shalom also spearheaded the KOCHAV SPAC, which raised $253 million in May to pursue a merger or acquisition of a major defense company.

Strategic Pivot to Defense

Founded in New York in 2013, Nukkleus originally operated as a diversified holding group investing in technology, real estate, financial services, and industry. But since late 2024, the company has pivoted decisively toward defense. In December, it acquired 51% of Star 26 Capital, which owns Israeli firm Rimon. Rimon supplies hybrid power generators, vehicle and trailer outfitting, advanced lighting systems, and key energy components for defense platforms—including parts used in Israel’s Iron Dome missile defense system.

As part of this strategy, Nukkleus has announced plans to establish a Delaware-based subsidiary dedicated to the U.S. defense market.

Shalom, an Israeli entrepreneur with a background in payments and retail ventures, became CEO of Nukkleus in September 2024. He is also founder and controlling shareholder of Star 26, though this affiliation is not listed in his official Nukkleus biography or in the SEC filing announcing his appointment. The company disclosed the potential conflict of interest ahead of the Star 26 acquisition, and Shalom recused himself from the board vote approving the deal.

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