Ondas Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: ONDS) saw its stock price soar 5.18% in intraday trading on Monday following the announcement of a definitive agreement to acquire Apeiro Motion, an Israeli developer of advanced ground robotics and automation technologies. This strategic move is set to bolster Ondas' position in the autonomous defense and security sector.

The acquisition, valued at $12 million, will bring Apeiro Motion under Ondas' Autonomous Systems (OAS) business unit. Apeiro specializes in developing rugged quadrupedal robots, unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs), robotic arms, and proprietary fiber-optic communication systems for defense, homeland security, and industrial applications. The deal is expected to close in the third quarter of 2025 and could significantly enhance Ondas' capabilities in multi-domain autonomy.

Investors appear optimistic about the potential synergies and growth prospects this acquisition brings. Apeiro is projected to generate over $12 million in revenue during calendar 2025, potentially accelerating Ondas' operating scale and commercial reach. The move aligns with Ondas' strategy to lead in the autonomous defense and security sector by integrating advanced, AI-enabled capabilities into its portfolio. With this acquisition, Ondas aims to expand its access to key global defense markets, including the U.S. Department of Defense, NATO, and the European Union, leveraging Apeiro's mature platforms and strategic customer relationships.