February 23, 2026
Translink Corporate Finance acted as exclusive advisor to Star26 on the acquisition of ITS
Translink Corporate Finance Israel (Head-On) acted as the exclusive M&A advisor to Star26, an acquisition holding company, on the acquisition of a 51% stake in ITS (Industrial Techno-logic Solution LTD.), a leading Israeli engineering and manufacturing company.
Founded in 1992, ITS is a well-established Israeli company specialising in the design, development and manufacture of complex electromechanical machines and systems. It has expertise in specialised equipment and machinery for the defence and hi-tech sectors. ITS and its wholly owned subsidiary, Positech, serve leading Tier 1 defence conglomerates such as Rafael and IAI (Israel Aerospace Industries), as well as other leading defence and hi-tech companies.
Star26 is a global acquisition holding company focused on the defence technology sector. The firm partners with industrial companies that have strong manufacturing capabilities and growth potential, with the aim of expanding their global reach. Leveraging an international network and access to strategic clients, tenders, and capital, Star26 supports the transformation of small and mid-sized businesses into competitive players in the global defence arena.
Comments from Star26
Menny Shalom, CEO of Star26, said, “The acquisition of ITS is a key move in accelerating Star26’s growth strategy in the global defence market. ITS’s strong engineering and manufacturing capabilities and proven track record in delivering high-performance solutions position us to scale faster, serve global clients more effectively, and solidify our standing as a significant player in the defence industry worldwide. I’d also like to express my appreciation for the highly professional and insightful work done by Head-On/Translink Israel, whose guidance was instrumental in bringing this deal to a successful close.”
Comments from ITS
“Working with Head-On/Translink Israel felt less like engagement with an M&A advisor and more like gaining a strategic partner. They brought sharp thinking, steady hands, and a real understanding of what it takes to get a deal done in our space. This wasn’t just about closing a transaction – it was about building the right one,” added Gera Eron, CEO of ITS.
Comments from Translink Corporate Finance (Head-On)
Doron Ephrati, Co-CEO of Translink Israel (Head-On), stated, “We’re proud to have advised Star26 in this strategic acquisition. The investment in ITS reflects a strong alignment between industrial excellence and international growth ambitions, laying the foundation for expansion in the global defence market. We thank both teams for their trust, collaboration, and professionalism throughout the process.”
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Translink Corporate Finance Israel (Head-On) is a strategy consulting firm, specialising in business growth and corporate value enhancement. Since the early 2000’s, Head-On has been assisting business owners and decision makers from all industries to address their most complex challenges in managing a company and leading it towards business growth. Our expertise in formulating and executing growth strategies, managing business development processes, creating strategic partnerships, and leading Mergers and Acquisitions processes, has helped hundreds of companies grow and leverage their business potential in the local and international markets. Head-On has advised on and managed over 70 M&A transactions in Israel and abroad.
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