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Canonical ID: NK-nAjzasPMhSwtGMFoCURG8x · Entity type: Company (reference)
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LegalEntity:notes | The Defense Industries Organization (DIO) is a conglomerate of over 300 companies and a subsidiary of Iran’s Ministry of Defense Armed Forces Logistics (MODAFL) whose function is to provide the Armed Forces with the necessary manufacturing capacity and technical abilities. It has played a central role in Iran’s ballistic missile development programme and in the implementation of Iran’s centrifuge programme. DIO oversees numerous state-owned defence contractors and front companies directly or through its primary subsidiary, the Aerospace Industries Organization. It plays a significant role in producing diverse military hardware for Iran, including missiles. In recent years, the DIO has attempted to become export-oriented, allowing Iran to become an exporter of weapons: in 2022, DIO has grown by 200 % compared to 2021, has developed 75 new weapons and has multiplied its exports by 2.5, thus contributing to the growth of Iran’s defence industry. DIO is thus providing support for Iran’s proliferation-sensitive nuclear activities and the development of nuclear weapon delivery systems. | ch_seco_sanctions | ch-seco-65983 | ||||
LegalEntity:notes | Principal place of business: Iran | ch_seco_sanctions | ch-seco-65983 | ||||
LegalEntity:notes | Associated entities: Kaveh cutting tool company; 7th of Tir Industries; Khorasan Metallurgy Industries; Iran Aviation Industries Organization (IAIO); Aerospace Industries Organization (AIO); Iran Electronics Industries (IEI); Ministry of Defense and Armed Forces Logistics (MODAFL) | ch_seco_sanctions | ch-seco-65983 | ||||