Arotech Announces $1.6 Million in New Battery and Charger Orders

October 22, 2009 – Arotech Corporation (NasdaqGM: ARTX), a provider of quality defense and security products for the military, law enforcement and security markets, announced today that its Battery and Power Systems Division has received new orders totaling more than $1.6 million for batteries, chargers and state of charge indicators from a number of international customers. The various battery components will be used in communications equipment, night vision surveillance and to power unmanned air vehicle (UAVs).

"We are delighted to announce today’s new battery order as we believe it continues to speak to the quality of our products and services,” said Robert S. Ehrlich, Chairman and CEO of Arotech Corporation. “We look at this as confirmation of our commitment to research and development, as we continue to strive to create even better battery products and solutions," concluded Ehrlich.

About Arotech’s Battery and Power Systems Division
Arotech’s Battery and Power Systems Division is a leading provider of primary and rechargeable batteries and chargers for defense and other military applications. Arotech develops and produces high power zinc-air batteries and is believed to be the sole supplier of this technology to the US military. In addition, Arotech develops high-end primary and secondary batteries and associated chargers and has vast experience in working with government agencies, the military and large corporations.

The Battery and Power Systems Division consists of Electric Fuel Battery Corporation, Electric Fuel Ltd., and Epsilor Electronic Industries Ltd.

About Arotech Corporation
Arotech Corporation is a leading provider of quality defense and security products for the military, law enforcement and homeland security markets. Arotech provides multimedia interactive simulators/trainers, lightweight armoring and advanced zinc-air and lithium batteries and chargers. Arotech operates through three major business divisions: Armor, Training and Simulation, and Batteries and Power Systems.

Arotech is incorporated in Delaware, with corporate offices in Ann Arbor, Michigan and research, development and production subsidiaries in Alabama, Michigan and Israel.