OrganisationCurrently listed

Defence Industries Organisation (Dio)

Listed by UK Sanctions List, UN Security Council, SECO (Switzerland)
Iran
First listed 2006-12-23
3 aliases

List entries (4)

Raw record available under each Source badge

SECO (Switzerland)Active listingID 65983

Source

Verified: copied from a structured field of an authoritative source

Source: SECO (Switzerland)
Retrieved: 2026-09-29
Source date: 2025-12-12
Extractor: seco-xml-parser

Raw evidence

<target ssid="65983"><sanctions-set-id>3984</sanctions-set-id><foreign-identifier>IRe.011</foreign-identifier><entity><identity ssid="65987" main="true"><name ssid="98811" name-type="primary-name" quality="good" lang="eng"><name-part order="1" name-part-type="whole-name"><value>Defense Industries Organization (DIO)</value></name-part></name></identity><other-information ssid="98809">Overarching MODAFLcontrolled entity, some of whose subordinates have been involved in the centrifuge programme making components, and in the missile programme.</other-information><other-information ssid="98810">[Old Reference # E.37.A.6]</other-information></entity><modification modification-type="amended" enactment-date="2025-12-12" publication-date="2025-12-12" effective-date="2025-12-12"><added><target ssid="65983"><sanctions-set-id>3984</sanctions-set-id><foreign-identifier>IRe.011</foreign-identifier><entity><identity ssid="65987" main="true"><name ssid="98811" name-type="primary-name" quality="good" lang="eng"><name-part order="1" name-part-type="whole-name"><value>Defense Industries Organization (DIO)</value></name-part></name></identity><other-information ssid="98809">Overarching MODAFLcontrolled entity, some of whose subordinates have been involved in the centrifuge programme making components, and in the missile programme.</other-information><other-information ssid="98810">[Old Reference # E.37.A.6]</other-information></entity></target></added><removed><target ssid="65983"><sanctions-set-id>8174</sanctions-set-id><entity><identity ssid="65987" main="true"><name ssid="65989" name-type="primary-name" quality="good" lang="eng"><name-part order="1" name-part-type="whole-name"><value>Defense Industries Organization (DIO)</value><spelling-variant lang="PER" script="ARAB" spelling-variant-type="not-defined">سازمان صنایع دفاع جمهوری اسلامی ایران</spelling-variant></name-part></name><address ssid="65988" place-id="8309" quality="good"><address-details>Amin Industrial Estate, Khalage Rd., Seyedi District</address-details><p-o-box>91735/549</p-o-box></address></identity><justification ssid="65984">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.</justification><other-information ssid="65985">Principal place of business: Iran</other-information><other-information ssid="77654">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)</other-information></entity></target></removed></modification><modification modification-type="amended" enactment-date="2024-08-15" publication-date="2024-08-16" effective-date="2024-08-16"><added><other-information ssid="65985">Principal place of business: Iran</other-information><other-information ssid="77654">Associated entities: Kaveh cutting tool company; 7th of Tir Ind

Name on list: Defense Industries Organization (DIO)
Programmes / regimes: Iran
Listed on: 2023-10-26
Last updated: 2025-12-12
Identifiers: Foreign identifier: IRe.011
Remarks: Overarching MODAFLcontrolled entity, some of whose subordinates have been involved in the centrifuge programme making components, and in the missile programme. [Old Reference # E.37.A.6]

UK Sanctions ListActive listingID INU0223

Source

Verified: copied from a structured field of an authoritative source

Source: UK Sanctions List
Retrieved: 2026-09-29
Source date: 2025-10-01
Extractor: uk-xml-parser

Raw evidence

<Designation>
    <LastUpdated>01/10/2025</LastUpdated>
    <DateDesignated>18/10/2023</DateDesignated>
    <UniqueID>INU0223</UniqueID>
    <OFSIGroupID>16109</OFSIGroupID>
    <UNReferenceNumber>IRe.011</UNReferenceNumber>
    <Names>
      <Name>
        <Name6>DEFENCE INDUSTRIES ORGANISATION (DIO)</Name6>
        <NameType>Primary name</NameType>
      </Name>
      <Name>
        <Name6>DEFENSE INDUSTRIES ORGANIZATION (DIO)</Name6>
        <NameType>Primary name variation</NameType>
      </Name>
      <Name>
        <Name6>DIO IR (DEFENSE INDUSTRIES OF IRAN)</Name6>
        <NameType>Primary name variation</NameType>
      </Name>
    </Names>
    <NonLatinNames>
      <NonLatinName>
        <NameNonLatinScript>سازمان صنایع دفاع جمهوری اسلامی ایران</NameNonLatinScript>
        <NonLatinScriptLanguage>Persian</NonLatinScriptLanguage>
      </NonLatinName>
    </NonLatinNames>
    <RegimeName>The Iran (Sanctions) (Nuclear) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019</RegimeName>
    <IndividualEntityShip>Entity</IndividualEntityShip>
    <DesignationSource>UK|UN</DesignationSource>
    <SanctionsImposed>Asset freeze|Director Disqualification Sanction</SanctionsImposed>
    <SanctionsImposedIndicators>
      <AssetFreeze>true</AssetFreeze>
      <ArmsEmbargo>false</ArmsEmbargo>
      <TargetedArmsEmbargo>false</TargetedArmsEmbargo>
      <CharteringOfShips>false</CharteringOfShips>
      <ClosureOfRepresentativeOffices>false</ClosureOfRepresentativeOffices>
      <CrewServicingOfShipsAndAircraft>false</CrewServicingOfShipsAndAircraft>
      <Deflag>false</Deflag>
      <PreventionOfBusinessArrangements>false</PreventionOfBusinessArrangements>
      <ProhibitionOfPortEntry>false</ProhibitionOfPortEntry>
      <TravelBan>false</TravelBan>
      <PreventionOfCharteringOfShips>false</PreventionOfCharteringOfShips>
      <PreventionOfCharteringOfShipsAndAircraft>false</PreventionOfCharteringOfShipsAndAircraft>
      <TechnicalAssistanceRelatedToAircraft>false</TechnicalAssistanceRelatedToAircraft>
      <TrustServicesSanctions>false</TrustServicesSanctions>
      <DirectorDisqualificationSanction>true</DirectorDisqualificationSanction>
    </SanctionsImposedIndicators>
    <OtherInformation>Defence Industries Organisation (DIO) was listed pursuant to paragraph 12 of resolution 1737 (2006), as read with resolutions 1747, 1803 and 1929, as: an entity involved in nuclear programme. Overarching MODAFL-controlled entity, some of whose subordinates have been involved in the centrifuge programme making components, and in the missile programme. The Director Disqualification Sanction was imposed on 09/04/2025.</OtherInformation>
    <UKStatementofReasons>
Defence Industries Organisation (DIO) is an involved person within the meaning of the Iran (Sanctions) (Nuclear) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019. DIO is or has been responsible for engaging in, providing support for, and facilitating a relevant nuclear activity.</UKStatementofReasons>
    <Addresses>
      <Address>
        <AddressLine1>P.O. Box 19585-777</AddressLine1>
        <AddressLine2>Pasdaran Street</AddressLine2>
        <AddressLine3>Entrance of Babaie Highway</AddressLine3>
        <AddressLine4>Permanent Expo of Defence Industries Organisation</AddressLine4>
        <AddressLine6>Tehran</AddressLine6>
        <AddressCountry>Iran</AddressCountry>
      </Address>
    </Addresses>
    <EntityDetails>
      <Entity>
        <ParentCompanies>
          <ParentCompany>Ministry of Defence and Armed Force Logistics (MODAFL)</ParentCompany>
        </ParentCompanies>
      </Entity>
    </EntityDetails>
  </Designation>

Name on list: DEFENCE INDUSTRIES ORGANISATION (DIO)
Programmes / regimes: Iran (Sanctions) (Nuclear) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019
Listed on: 2023-10-18
Last updated: 2025-10-01
Aliases: DEFENSE INDUSTRIES ORGANIZATION (DIO) · DIO IR (DEFENSE INDUSTRIES OF IRAN) · سازمان صنایع دفاع جمهوری اسلامی ایران
Countries: Iran
Addresses: P.O. Box 19585-777, Pasdaran Street, Entrance of Babaie Highway, Permanent Expo of Defence Industries Organisation, Tehran, Iran
Identifiers: UN reference: IRe.011
OFSI group ID: 16109
Linked to (per list): Ministry of Defence and Armed Force Logistics (MODAFL)
Remarks: Defence Industries Organisation (DIO) is an involved person within the meaning of the Iran (Sanctions) (Nuclear) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019. DIO is or has been responsible for engaging in, providing support for, and facilitating a relevant nuclear activity. Defence Industries Organisation (DIO) was listed pursuant to paragraph 12 of resolution 1737 (2006), as read with resolutions 1747, 1803 and 1929, as: an entity involved in nuclear programme. Overarching MODAFL-controlled entity, some of whose subordinates have been involved in the centrifuge programme making components, and in the missile programme. The Director Disqualification Sanction was imposed on 09/04/2025. Sanctions imposed: Asset freeze|Director Disqualification Sanction

UN Security CouncilActive listingID 110393

Source

Verified: copied from a structured field of an authoritative source

Source: UN Security Council
Retrieved: 2026-09-29
Source date: 2006-12-23
Extractor: un-xml-parser

Raw evidence

<ENTITY>
      <DATAID>110393</DATAID>
      <VERSIONNUM>1</VERSIONNUM>
      <FIRST_NAME>DEFENCE INDUSTRIES ORGANISATION (DIO)</FIRST_NAME>
      <UN_LIST_TYPE>Iran</UN_LIST_TYPE>
      <REFERENCE_NUMBER>IRe.011</REFERENCE_NUMBER>
      <LISTED_ON>2006-12-23</LISTED_ON>
      <COMMENTS1>Overarching MODAFL-controlled entity, some of whose subordinates have
been involved in the centrifuge programme making components, and in the missile
programme. [Old Reference # E.37.A.6]</COMMENTS1>
      <HAS_INTERPOL_LINK>NO</HAS_INTERPOL_LINK>
      <INTERPOL_LINK/>
      <LIST_TYPE>
        <VALUE>UN List</VALUE>
      </LIST_TYPE>
      <ENTITY_ALIAS>
        <QUALITY/>
        <ALIAS_NAME/>
      </ENTITY_ALIAS>
      <ENTITY_ADDRESS>
        <COUNTRY/>
      </ENTITY_ADDRESS>
      <SORT_KEY/>
      <SORT_KEY_LAST_MOD/>
    </ENTITY>

Name on list: DEFENCE INDUSTRIES ORGANISATION (DIO)
Programmes / regimes: Iran
Listed on: 2006-12-23
Identifiers: UN reference: IRe.011
Remarks: Overarching MODAFL-controlled entity, some of whose subordinates have been involved in the centrifuge programme making components, and in the missile programme. [Old Reference # E.37.A.6]

SECO (Switzerland)No longer listedID 8346

Source

Verified: copied from a structured field of an authoritative source

Source: SECO (Switzerland)
Retrieved: 2026-09-29
Source date: 2023-10-26
Extractor: seco-xml-parser

Raw evidence

<target ssid="8346"><sanctions-set-id>3984</sanctions-set-id><foreign-identifier>IRe.011</foreign-identifier><entity><identity ssid="8348" main="true"><name ssid="8349" name-type="primary-name" quality="good" lang="eng"><name-part order="1" name-part-type="whole-name"><value>Defence Industries Organisation (DIO)</value></name-part></name></identity><justification ssid="8347">Overarching MODAFL-controlled entity, some of whose subordinates have been involved in the centrifuge programme making components, and in the missile programme</justification><relation ssid="20260" target-id="9301" relation-type="related-to"></relation><other-information ssid="37332">[Old Reference # E.37.A.6]</other-information></entity><modification modification-type="de-listed" enactment-date="2023-10-26" publication-date="2023-10-26" effective-date="2023-10-19"/><modification modification-type="amended" enactment-date="2017-09-22" publication-date="2017-09-22" effective-date="2017-09-22"><added><target ssid="8346"><sanctions-set-id>3984</sanctions-set-id><foreign-identifier>IRe.011</foreign-identifier><entity><identity ssid="8348" main="true"><name ssid="8349" name-type="primary-name" quality="good" lang="eng"><name-part order="1" name-part-type="whole-name"><value>Defence Industries Organisation (DIO)</value></name-part></name></identity><justification ssid="8347">Overarching MODAFL-controlled entity, some of whose subordinates have been involved in the centrifuge programme making components, and in the missile programme</justification><relation ssid="20260" target-id="9301" relation-type="related-to"></relation><other-information ssid="37332">[Old Reference # E.37.A.6]</other-information></entity></target></added><removed><target ssid="8346"><sanctions-set-id>3984</sanctions-set-id><foreign-identifier>E.37.A.6.</foreign-identifier><entity><identity ssid="8348" main="true"><name ssid="8349" name-type="primary-name" quality="good" lang="eng"><name-part order="1" name-part-type="whole-name"><value>Defence Industries Organisation (DIO)</value></name-part></name></identity><justification ssid="8347">Overarching MODAFL-controlled entity, some of whose subordinates have been involved in the centrifuge programme making components, and in the missile programme</justification><relation ssid="20260" target-id="9301" relation-type="related-to"></relation></entity></target></removed></modification><modification modification-type="listed"><added><target ssid="8346"><sanctions-set-id>3984</sanctions-set-id><foreign-identifier>E.37.A.6.</foreign-identifier><entity><identity ssid="8348" main="true"><name ssid="8349" name-type="primary-name" quality="good" lang="eng"><name-part order="1" name-part-type="whole-name"><value>Defence Industries Organisation (DIO)</value></name-part></name></identity><justification ssid="8347">Overarching MODAFL-controlled entity, some of whose subordinates have been involved in the centrifuge programme making components, and in the missile programme</justification><relation ssid="20260" target-id="9301" relation-type="related-to"></relation></entity></target></added></modification></target>

Name on list: Defence Industries Organisation (DIO)
Programmes / regimes: Iran
Listed on: 2017-09-22
Last updated: 2023-10-26
Identifiers: Foreign identifier: IRe.011
SECO related target: 9301
Remarks: Overarching MODAFL-controlled entity, some of whose subordinates have been involved in the centrifuge programme making components, and in the missile programme [Old Reference # E.37.A.6]

Linked parties & vessels (12)

Linked to (sanctions list) (12)

Khorasan Metalogy IndustriesSanctions-listed party · ofac, uk, eu, un, seco
Source
Verified: copied from a structured field of an authoritative source
Source
UK Sanctions List
Retrieved
2026-09-29
Extractor
sanctions-group/1
Raw evidence
```
Involved in the procurement of components for centrifuges.

The Director Disqualification Sanction was imposed on 09/04/2025.

Sanctions imposed: Asset freeze|Director Disqualification Sanction
```

7th of Tir Industries of EsfahanSanctions-listed party · ofac, uk, eu, un, seco

Source

Verified: copied from a structured field of an authoritative source

Source: UK Sanctions List
Retrieved: 2026-09-29
Extractor: sanctions-group/1

Raw evidence

7TH OF TIR is an involved person within the meaning of the Iran (Sanctions) (Nuclear) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019. 7TH OF TIR is or has been involved in a relevant nuclear activity, namely 7TH OF TIR is or has been responsible for engaging in the proliferation or development of nuclear weapons in, or for use in, Iran, or an activity that could lead to the development of nuclear weapons in, or for use in, Iran.

7th of Tir was listed pursuant to paragraph 12 of resolution 1737 (2006), as read with resolutions 1747, 1803 and 1929, as: an entity involved in nuclear programme. Subordinate of DIO, widely recognized as being directly involved in the nuclear programme

The Director Disqualification Sanction was imposed on 09/04/2025.

Sanctions imposed: Asset freeze|Director Disqualification Sanction

Armament Industries GroupSanctions-listed party · ofac, uk, eu, un, seco

Source

Verified: copied from a structured field of an authoritative source

Source: UK Sanctions List
Retrieved: 2026-09-29
Extractor: sanctions-group/1

Raw evidence

Armament Industries Group (AIG) is an involved person within the meaning of the Iran (Sanctions) (Nuclear) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019. Armament Industries Group (AIG) is or has been responsible for engaging in, providing support for, and facilitating a relevant nuclear activity in, or for use in, Iran.

Armament Industries Group (AIG) was listed pursuant to paragraph 12 of resolution 1737 (2006), as read with resolutions 1747, 1803 and 1929, as: AIG manufacturers and services a variety of small arms and light weapons, including large- and medium-calibre guns and related technology. AIG conducts the majority of its procurement activity through Hadid Industries Complex. The Director Disqualification Sanction was imposed on 09/04/2025.

Sanctions imposed: Asset freeze|Director Disqualification Sanction

Parchin Chemical Industries (PCI)Sanctions-listed party · ofac, uk, eu, un, seco

Source

Verified: copied from a structured field of an authoritative source

Source: UK Sanctions List
Retrieved: 2026-09-29
Extractor: sanctions-group/1

Raw evidence

PARCHIN CHEMICAL INDUSTRIES is an involved person within the meaning of the Iran (Sanctions) (Nuclear) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019. PARCHIN CHEMICAL INDUSTRIES is or has been involved in a relevant nuclear activity, namely PARCHIN CHEMICAL INDUSTRIES is or has been responsible for engaging in or facilitating the development of a nuclear weapon delivery system in, or for use in, Iran.

Parchin Chemical Industries was listed pursuant to paragraph 12 of resolution 1737 (2006), as read with resolutions 1747, 1803 and 1929, as Entities involved in nuclear or ballistic missile activities. (Branch of DIO, which produces ammunition, explosives, as well as solid propellants for rockets and missiles). The Director Disqualification Sanction was imposed on 09/04/2025.

Sanctions imposed: Asset freeze|Director Disqualification Sanction

SAD Import Export CompanySanctions-listed party · ofac, uk, eu, un, seco

Source

Verified: copied from a structured field of an authoritative source

Source: UK Sanctions List
Retrieved: 2026-09-29
Extractor: sanctions-group/1

Raw evidence

SAD Import Export Company is an involved person within the meaning of the Iran (Sanctions) (Nuclear) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019. SAD Import Export Company is or has been acting on behalf or at the direction of a person who has been involved in a relevant nuclear activity, namely the proliferation or development of nuclear weapons in, or for use in, Iran, or an activity that could lead to the development of nuclear weapons in, or for use in, Iran.

SAD Import Export Company was listed pursuant to paragraph 12 of resolution 1737 (2006), as read with resolutions 1747, 1803 and 1929, as: 20th December 2012 Committee.

The Director Disqualification Sanction was imposed on 09/04/2025.

Sanctions imposed: Asset freeze|Director Disqualification Sanction

Shahid Sayyade Shirazi Industries (Sssi)Sanctions-listed party · uk, un, seco · ended
Source
Verified: copied from a structured field of an authoritative source
Source
Swiss SECO Sanctions List
Retrieved
2026-09-29
Extractor
sanctions-group/1
Raw evidence
```
<relation target-id="8346" relation-type="related-to">
```
Ministry of Defense Special Industries GroupSanctions-listed party · uk, eu, un, seco · ended
Source
Verified: copied from a structured field of an authoritative source
Source
Swiss SECO Sanctions List
Retrieved
2026-09-29
Extractor
sanctions-group/1
Raw evidence
```
<relation target-id="8346" relation-type="related-to">
```
Sherkate Batri-e NiruSanctions-listed party · ofac, uk, eu, un, seco · ended
Source
Verified: copied from a structured field of an authoritative source
Source
Swiss SECO Sanctions List
Retrieved
2026-09-29
Extractor
sanctions-group/1
Raw evidence
```
<relation target-id="8346" relation-type="related-to">
```
Directorate of Yazd Ammunition and Metallurgy IndustriesSanctions-listed party · ofac, uk, eu, un, seco · ended
Source
Verified: copied from a structured field of an authoritative source
Source
Swiss SECO Sanctions List
Retrieved
2026-09-29
Extractor
sanctions-group/1
Raw evidence
```
<relation target-id="8346" relation-type="related-to">
```
Ammunition Industries GroupSanctions-listed party · ofac, uk, eu, un, seco · ended
Source
Verified: copied from a structured field of an authoritative source
Source
Swiss SECO Sanctions List
Retrieved
2026-09-29
Extractor
sanctions-group/1
Raw evidence
```
<relation target-id="8346" relation-type="related-to">
```
Abzar Boresh Kaveh CoSanctions-listed party · ofac, uk, eu, un, seco · ended
Source
Verified: copied from a structured field of an authoritative source
Source
Swiss SECO Sanctions List
Retrieved
2026-09-29
Extractor
sanctions-group/1
Raw evidence
```
<relation target-id="8346" relation-type="related-to">
```
ModaflSanctions-listed party · ofac, uk, eu, seco · ended
Source
Verified: copied from a structured field of an authoritative source
Source
Swiss SECO Sanctions List
Retrieved
2026-09-29
Extractor
sanctions-group/1
Raw evidence
```
<relation target-id="9301" relation-type="related-to">
```

Timeline

No list changes detected since monitoring began.

About these lists

UK Sanctions List (UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office): UK financial, trade and shipping sanctions designations, including specified ships. Official page.

UN Security Council Consolidated List (United Nations Security Council): Individuals and entities subject to UN Security Council sanctions measures. Official page.

Swiss SECO Sanctions List (State Secretariat for Economic Affairs SECO): Persons, entities and objects subject to Swiss sanctions under the Embargo Act. Official page.

Inclusion on a list is an administrative designation, not a criminal conviction. Designations can be challenged and are periodically reviewed; entries marked “no longer listed” have been removed from the respective list. The legal effect of a listing depends on the jurisdiction and the programme concerned.

Compiled automatically from official public sources. Name similarity is not identity; nothing here is a legal determination or allegation of wrongdoing. Verify against the linked official source before relying on any information.