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Introducing the LA Police Gear Atlas Combat Line

January 30th, 2026

When the LA Police Gear team set out to create a pant that could rival top-tier tactical pants and combat pants, we knew we needed to push the boundaries. These combat pants had to excel in quality, fabric choice, functionality, comfort, and long-lasting durability. Years of development, countless samples, rigorous testing, feedback from wear tests, and numerous iterations have resulted in our finest product yet at LAPG. We’ve achieved all this while keeping the cost affordable. Introducing the ACP, our Atlas Combat Pants. Let’s explore what makes these pants exceptional.

Cordura NYCO Extreme Ripstop Fabric

We started by selecting the finest Cordura NYCO Extreme Ripstop Stretch fabric. Comprising 48% Cotton, 50% Cordura, and 2% Spandex with a 170 GSM weight, this fabric is engineered to perform exceptionally in demanding environments. Despite being lightweight and highly breathable at 170 GSM, the fabric retains incredible strength and durability. The added stretch factor enhances comfort, making it truly deserving of a premium label.

D3O Knee Protection System

Included in the price is the D3O knee protection system, featuring both an internal impact-resistant knee pad and an external abrasion and puncture-resistant outer cap. The internal P10 knee pad is soft, flexible, and provides outstanding impact protection while being low-profile and comfortable. It reduces transmitted force by 50% and is 50% thinner for enhanced mobility. The P12 Rubber Outer Cap meets puncture, flammability, and abrasion standards, remaining thin, flexible, and lightweight. Together, they deliver unparalleled knee protection. Unlike other brands that charge significantly for similar knee pads, the ACP Combat Pants include them as standard.

Our knee pad system and pocket design are extremely modular. All knee pads are fully detachable, allowing you to customize based on your needs. Without the outer cap, the pants maintain a sleek, low-profile look at the knees. We incorporated Cordura Oxford Fabric, made entirely of nylon, around the knee pads for extra durability and comfort. Additionally, we added a nylon/spandex stretch panel around the knee to enhance mobility and comfort for the entire leg area.

Athletic Regular Fit

Drawing from decades of customer feedback, we crafted a fit that perfectly balances comfort and freedom of movement while maintaining a neat, straight appearance that avoids a baggy look.

Pairs with Our ACS – Stretch Combat Shirt

The ACP and ACS are designed to complement each other flawlessly, both featuring the same outstanding Cordura NYCO Extreme Stretch Ripstop fabric. This ensures a seamless color and fabric match, making them ideal for a cohesive uniform. Explore the ACS Shirt here.

Pockets & Features

The ACP includes every feature you might want in a full-featured combat pant, including 14 specialized pockets. Additional elements include premium YKK hardware, reinforced stitching, and bartacks to withstand stress in key areas. Stretch panels in the gusset, rear yoke, and knee pads provide extra comfort and mobility.  

The waist is highly adjustable, featuring a hook and loop main closure with two hook and loop adjustment straps for the perfect fit. We also included knee adjustment straps to position and secure your knee pad system effectively.

Discover more and shop for the ACP Atlas Combat Pants and the ACS Atlas Combat Shirt today. They’re currently available at a special introductory price, the perfect opportunity to get a set.

Dimension-Polyant Reviews Highlights of 2026 SHOT Show Supplier Showcase

January 30th, 2026

Brand interest for company’s X-Pac® Tactical fabric builds momentum following strong 2025 sales
Last week, Dimension-Polyant participated at the 2026 SHOT Supplier Showcase in Las Vegas, where the company presented its advanced X-Pac® Tactical fabrics.

“We are still on a bit of a high from the positive energy of the show along with the consistent flow of brands and industry attendees who stopped by our booth to learn more about our innovative fabric solutions for the tactical market,” said James Lang, Sales Manager, Dimension-Polyant X-Pac® Tactical. “It was our strongest Supplier Showcase to date and a great way to start the new year, building on the strong market position X-Pac® Tactical achieved through excellent sales performance and growing adoption of its tactical fabrics throughout 2025.”

Dimension-Polyant has established itself as a trusted innovation partner to leading tactical brands, leveraging the proven strengths of its laminate platforms and elevating performance through proprietary lamination technologies. Adoption of the company’s X-Pac® Tactical materials has expanded rapidly after extensive vetting by large manufacturers and brand partners with end users reporting overwhelmingly positive feedback on strength, durability, lightweight performance, and waterproofing.

“We’ve built a reputation for delivering real-world performance that end users can trust,” said James Lang, Sales Manager, Dimension-Polyant X-Pac® Tactical. “The growth we achieved in 2025 reflects how strongly the market is responding to advanced laminate solutions that deliver durability, weight savings, and scalability without compromise.”

According to Lang, attendees were drawn to the company’s new X-Pac® MANTA® fabrics, a pioneering advancement in tactical textiles that redefine benchmarks for weight, strength, and durability. Engineered with a structural core, X-Pac® MANTA® fabrics deliver exceptional strength, dimensional stability, and laser-cut precision, making them ideal for demanding applications such as structural packs, plate carriers, and MOLLE panels.

X-Pac® MANTA® fabrics are available in two innovative constructions: Dimension-Polyant’s exclusive Tyra Core Technology® spread filament core and woven Ultra Core technology utilizing Ultra-PE fibers. Tyra Core Technology® aligns and orients each filament to maximize load-bearing efficiency, tear resistance, and puncture toughness, delivering exceptionally lightweight yet incredibly strong laminates. Ultra Core fabrics utilize a woven Ultra-PE mid-layer for a softer hand feel, lighter weight, and Berry compliance.

Dimension-Polyant also presented its successful X-Pac® X3 collection of laminates that feature a rugged, flexible three-layer construction that is 100% waterproof, reinforced by DP’s proprietary X-PLY® fiber technology and finished with a sleek polyester film backing. These laminates include:

  • WX21 – USA-sourced 200d nylon face fabric with an added polyester wrap insert for enhanced low-stretch and rip-stop properties. Ideal for lightweight packs, gear pouches, rucksacks, and every day carry applications.
  • X33 MULTICAM – Tightly woven 330d traditional Multicam® Nylon face-fabric with black post-consumer recycled polyester X-PLY® reinforcement and shiny polyester film backing for a highly abrasion-resistant, tear-resistant, waterproof material.
  • X50 TACTICAL – The workhorse of the X-Pac® Tactical line-up. X-Pac® X50 Tactical utilizes a rugged 500d CORDURA® face fabric with a 400d aramid X-PLY® which is lighter weight, stronger, than a traditional polyester X-PLY® reinforcement. The result is a highly abrasion-resistant, tear-resistant, waterproof material.
  • X50 MULTICAM – Rugged X50 features a 500d CORDURA® face fabric in multiple Multicam® patternsfor a highly abrasion-resistant, tear-resistant, waterproof material.

“Our materials continue to push the boundaries of strength-to-weight performance and design flexibility,” said Lang. “We’re seeing strong momentum across structural gear, load-bearing systems, and next-generation tactical applications.”

Dimension-Polyant has established partnerships with several leading tactical brands, including Haley Strategic Partners, Spiritus Systems, and LOF Defense, and continues to expand its laminate portfolio to meet evolving market needs. The company remains uniquely positioned to support both large-scale production and collaborative development.

“We’re big enough to deliver contract-scale orders, but small enough to stay close to our customers and build solutions based on real operational needs,” said Lang. “Our R&D team works hand-in-hand with partners to deliver the next generation of laminate technologies.”

Driven by the rapid adoption of advanced laminate materials in the tactical space and strong demand growth throughout 2025, Dimension-Polyant has continued to invest in key talent across operations, customer service, marketing, and supply chain to ensure scalable growth and consistent delivery performance.

Trust only X-Pac®

About Dimension-Polyant

Dimension-Polyant is the world’s largest sailcloth producer with decades of experience in highly technical sailing fabrics. Founded in 1966, Dimension-Polyant has consistently set the standard with their high-quality products and precision workmanship. The company is known for reliable customer care, world-class innovation, and conscious efforts to make products that have as little of an impact on the environment as possible. Its production facilities are in Putnam, CT USA and Kempen, Germany. As of 2021, the company is climate neutral. www.dimension-polyant.com. Dimension-Polyant is owned by Sioen Industries, Belgium.

About X-Pac® Tactical

Born from X-Pac® legacy on the world’s most challenging peaks and longest trails, X-Pac® Tactical Fabrics, are lightweight, durable, incredibly strong and 100% waterproof. At the forefront of innovation, these fabrics offer peak performance in the harshest environments. Leveraging a proprietary lamination technology, X-Pac® Tactical Fabrics combine trusted face fabrics and strategic fiber reinforcement; specifically designed for the demanding missions. This unique construction elevates equipment’s functionality and longevity. TRUST ONLY X-PAC® www.x-pactactical.com.

FirstSpear Friday Focus: Multi Climate Glove (MCG)

January 30th, 2026

The MULTI CLIMATE GLOVE (MCG) is designed for situations where maximum manipulation and tactility are essential while still protecting your digits. It features a brushed microfiber suede palm that provides a soft yet durable surface for reliable performance.

A digital texture on the palm enhances grip, giving users better control in demanding environments. 

The back of the glove is constructed from a premium polyester soft shell material, offering flexibility and comfort. Because of its lightweight design, the MCG feels almost like you are not wearing a glove at all. 

Its breathable fit helps reduce moisture buildup and improves comfort during extended wear. The glove also has low water uptake and dries softly, making it suitable for multi-climate conditions. An adjustable wrist ensures a secure fit and helps keep the glove in place during movement. 

One of the standout features is the advanced patent-pending trigger finger design. This allows excellent transmission of trigger feel, magazine release access, and other key weapon control functions. The MCG is built for peak performance and precision, especially in training and deployment settings.

To request an estimate click image above or visit First-Spear.com/Request-For-Estimate. FirstSpear is the premier source for cutting-edge tactical gear for military, law enforcement and those who train. For more information visit First-Spear.com.

USAF to Introduce Air Expeditionary Wing 2.0

January 30th, 2026

ARLINGTON, Va. (AFNS) —

Beginning this year, the Air Force is introducing Air Expeditionary Wing 2.0, an improved version of our legacy deployment construct, as its new wing unit of action. AEW 2.0 will be implemented in fiscal year 2027.

Changes in the global strategic environment over the last several years emphasized a clear need: maintain an elevated state of readiness to deter and win in high-end conflict.

To achieve this, the Air Force has reevaluated its approach to generating and deploying combat airpower. The service evolved its force presentation through different deployment models in recent years, including the Expeditionary Air Base (XAB), Air Task Force (ATF), and Deployable Combat Wing (DCW), to better align with future needs. The outcome of the feedback and lessons learned from previous models is AEW 2.0, a modified version of the Air Expeditionary Wing that reflects updated national priorities and more efficiently uses talent and resources.

“AEW 2.0 allows us to present combat ready forces,” said Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Ken Wilsbach. “It is the next step in evolving our readiness, and it’s based on input from across the total force and feedback from the major commands and wings. This model allows Airmen to train at home in a manner consistent with how they will operate when they deploy.”

AEW 2.0 is a modular and scalable wing-level unit of action that provides a standardized, right-sized baseline force package that provides the necessary capabilities to C2 and project platform-agnostic air power in any theater, which improves agility in our operations and preserves decision space for combatant commanders.

The primary difference between the legacy deployed AEW and the AEW 2.0 solution is that the AEW 2.0 forms approximately 18 months prior to deployment so that its teamed, capabilities-based components can train and certify as a cohesive unit. The legacy AEW model was enabled by crowdsourcing via the AEF process, degrading warfighting capability and making deployed unit cohesion and integration much more difficult. AEW 2.0 is a cohesive wing that arrives in theater maximally ready to fight.

This model preserves the critical wins of previous force presentation concepts: deliberately teamed, capabilities-based force packages that train and certify together through the AFFORGEN cycle. It also optimizes the balance in preserving capacity at the host wing to fulfill the in-garrison mission and defend the homeland while the unit of action trains and deploys.

“AEW 2.0 will help us move faster and stay prepared to fight wherever and whenever we’re needed,” said Lt. Gen. Case Cunningham, the Air Force’s deputy chief of staff for operations. “A key strength of this unit of action model is the deliberate training and teaming that improves collaboration and readiness across the service. It’s imperative we continue empowering wings and commanders with necessary resources and guidance to be the agile, decisive force our nation demands.”

Other notable updates to the AEW 2.0 approach include the continuation of group command opportunities at deployed locations and implementation of Wing Operations Centers instead of A-Staffs at deployed locations.

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AV and CAL Analytics Launch Operational BVLOS Airspace Management Facility in Partnership with the U.S. Air Force and Ohio Department of Transportation

January 29th, 2026

SPRINGFIELD, Ohio – January 27, 2026 –AeroVironment, Inc. (“AV”) (NASDAQ: AVAV), a global defense technology leader delivering software-enabled disruptive autonomous systems, and CAL Analytics, an innovator in advanced airspace management technologies, today announced the completed installation and initial operation of a new Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) airspace management facility at the National Advanced Air Mobility Center of Excellence (NAAMCE) at Springfield-Beckley Municipal Airport in Springfield, Ohio. 

Initially developed under a Cooperative Research and Development Agreement (CRADA) between the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) and the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT), the project now features an upgraded installation that integrates AV_Halo™ COMMAND, AV’s command and control (C2) architecture, with CAL Analytics’ Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) enterprise platform to establish the nation’s premiere test environment and management facility, where Department of War operators can safely conduct BVLOS missions in shared airspace utilizing existing Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) ground radar feeds. 

“This installation establishes the blueprint for how airports and states across the country can safely integrate uncrewed aircraft into existing airspace,” said Wahid Nawabi, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer at AV. “As the FAA defines the future of BVLOS rule-making, this facility provides the real-world operational data, safety validation, and interoperability framework regulators need. The system we’ve installed in Ohio isn’t just a mock-up or a test site — pending FAA approval it will be an operational and scalable model for nationwide deployment and the foundation for truly integrated air mobility.” 

The integration will support flight tests, evaluation, and day-to-day operations by routing AFRL’s access to the FAA’s ground-radar network through AV_Halo™ COMMAND — AV’s modular, software-driven C2 architecture that fuses multiple enhanced sensor feeds, into a single, secure operating picture, giving operators continuous situational awareness for BVLOS mission planning and airspace safety. 

“AV_Halo is the connective tissue that turns a collection of sensors, radars, and platforms into a living, breathing airspace system,” said Stephen Lloyd, Senior Director C2, CUAS, and Tracking at AV. “By fusing FAA ground radar, and COTS surveillance sensors into a single, secure operating picture, AV_Halo delivers the assured visibility and machine-speed decision support needed for predictable BVLOS operations—and makes it possible to scale effortlessly from a single site to an entire statewide corridor.” 

When combined with CAL Analytics’ AAM enterprise platform, the system unifies radar and advanced DAA into a single real-time airspace view—enabling detect-and-avoid, extending autonomous BVLOS operations with precision and confidence.  

“Beyond Visual Line of Sight operations are the key to unlocking the next generation of air mobility,” said Dr. Sean Calhoun, Managing Director of CAL Analytics. “This facility will prove that BVLOS can be executed safely and reliably in shared airspace—and that matters because it sets the foundation for statewide corridors, national standards, and an entirely new layer of transportation infrastructure that will reshape how we move people, goods, data, and critical services across the country.” 

Pending full FAA approval, the facility will support local missions and real-time monitoring of UAS activity as AFRL, ODOT, the FAA, AV, and CAL Analytics collaborate to validate airspace-safety technologies, advance air-mobility corridors, drive economic development, and shape national BVLOS rules and integration standards. 

Plans are already underway to extend the system to enable corridors between Springfield and Columbus, Ohio, adding new radar sites and expanding detect-and-avoid coverage to support broader BVLOS operations across Ohio and additional sites nationwide. 

Reveal Technology Acquires Anomaly Six, Expanding Operator-Focused Intelligence Capabilities

January 29th, 2026

Acquisition Strengthens Defense Company’s Tactical-Edge Ecosystem with Multi-Domain Intelligence Tools

BOZEMAN, Mont., Jan. 29, 2026 — Reveal Technology, a veteran-founded defense technology company, announced today the acquisition of Anomaly Six (A6), a multi-domain digital intelligence company. The acquisition strengthens Reveal’s operator-focused intelligence capabilities, by integrating A6’s global location and behavioral-pattern solutions with Reveal’s autonomous tactical ecosystem. Unifying these intelligence streams gives warfighters at the tactical edge complete, real-time insight where and when it’s needed most.

Anomaly Six brings a mature suite of commercially derived intelligence tools used to map global digital activity, understand connectivity networks, and analyze operational behaviors.  These capabilities directly complement Reveal’s Farsight geospatial platform and Identifi human terrain solution, allowing operators to correlate physical location data with behavioral patterns and network relationships in real time. Together, the companies are delivering one of the few platforms purpose-built for the tactical edge, unifying physical, human, and digital terrain into a single operational capability.

“This acquisition reinforces our vision to position Reveal as the rare intelligence provider delivering layered, tactically-relevant intelligence at the point of decision,” said Garrett Smith, Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder of Reveal Technology. “We take very seriously the needs of tactical decision makers, and they need our depth across intelligence, autonomy, and decision-support capabilities, at the speed of tactical relevance.  By integrating Anomaly Six’s intelligence capabilities with Reveal’s other products – Farsight and Identifi – we’re establishing Reveal as the digital arms room for the modern warrior across all tactical intelligence domains.”

Led by teams with deep military and intelligence experience, both veteran-founded companies understand how intelligence is operationalized. As global threats evolve, the acquisition unifies previously disconnected intelligence streams into a single environment, enabling faster decisions and eliminating the friction of complex integrations.

“Seven years ago, we founded Anomaly Six with a singular focus on solving complex global defense and intelligence challenges through best-in-class commercial capabilities,” said Jeff Heinz, Co-Founder of Anomaly Six. “By joining forces with Reveal Technology, we are not only sustaining commitment to our partners in the defense, intelligence, and commercial communities, but also accelerating our ability to deliver. This partnership allows us to combine our capabilities into a broader ecosystem allowing us to put mission-critical information directly into the hands of the warfighter and those operating at the tactical edge.”

Reveal has plans to integrate Anomaly Six’s capabilities into its broader platform in a phased manner, with enhanced digital terrain and multi-domain intelligence features becoming available to government and allied customers over time. Anomaly Six will continue operating from its Northern Virginia headquarters and serving its current customer base without disruption.

Italian Army’s A2CS Programme Kicks Off – First Four New Infantry Fighting Vehicles Delivered by LRMV Joint Venture

January 29th, 2026

Rome, 27/01/2026 – Today, at the Italian Army Multifuncional Experimentation Center (Ce.Poli.Spe) in Montelibretti, the Leonardo Rheinmetall Military Vehicles (LRMV) Joint Venture delivered to the Armed Forces the first four Lynx KF-41 infantry fighting vehicles. This first delivery marks the official launch of the “A2CS” (Army Armoured Combat Systems) programme, for which an initial contract for the acquisition of 21 new “A2CS Combat” vehicles was signed at the end of last    year.
The ceremony was held in the presence of the Minister of Defence, Guido Crosetto, the Chief of Staff of the Italian Army, General Carmine Masiello, the Chief Executive Officer of Leonardo, Roberto Cingolani, and Dr. Björn Bernhard, Head of Rheinmetall’s Vehicle System Division Europe. Also present were the CEO, Laurent Sissmann and the Executive Chairman of the Joint Venture, David Hoeder.

The Minister of Defence, Guido Crosetto, stated: “The international scenario requires a constantly evolving Defence, capable of ensuring the security of the country and safeguarding national interests. This calls for a modern, flexible and credible model, based on high levels of operational readiness, qualified personnel and advanced technological capabilities. Within this framework comes the delivery of the Lynx armored vehicle, the result of Italian-German industrial cooperation, to the Italian Army, aimed at strengthening land systems through the introduction of state-of-the-art platforms. In this process, the Army’s Multifunctional Testing Center (CEPOLISPE) plays a central role, ensuring the testing and technical evaluation of vehicles, equipment and weapon systems to determine their suitability for operational use.”

 “The Army has a clear direction and well-defined requirements for the new vehicles to accelerate the ‘mechanization’ path of the Armed Force, which concretely begins today. After 30 years in which the Italian soldier has demonstrated courage, commitment, determination and professionalism in peace support operations — to the point of coining the ‘Italian Way’ of peacekeeping — we have no doubts about their capabilities. They will be able to operate at their best if equipped with technology that meets the challenges ahead: this vehicle will radically change the way the Army fights”, stated the Chief of Staff of the Italian Army, Gen. C.A. Carmine Masiello, at the presentation of the A2CS “Lynx”.

Roberto Cingolani, Chief Executive Officer and General Manager of Leonardo, stated:
“The start of deliveries of the new armoured vehicles represents an important milestone in the programme we are carrying out with the Italian Army. The international alliance between Leonardo and Rheinmetall continues to stand as a key reference point for strengthening national defence and for the development of a solid, integrated and competitive European industrial base. This is a commitment we consider essential to ensuring national and European security and strategic autonomy.”

Armin Papperger, Rheinmetall Chief Executive Officer said: “With the handover of the first armoured vehicles to the Italian armed forces, we are opening a new chapter in the success story of the Lynx vehicle family. As a next-generation combat vehicle, Lynx not only sets standards in terms of versatility, protection, effectiveness, scalability and future-proofing, but also in terms of enhanced European armaments cooperation.”

The Lynx platform is capable of fulfilling multiple roles, including infantry fighting vehicle, troop transport, mobile command post and ambulance. The 4 vehicles delivered today complement Rheinmetall’s Lance 30mm turret, which will later be replaced by Leonardo’s Hitfist 30mm turret. The latter will equip all the other 16 armoured vehicles of this contract.

The A2CS programme – Army Armoured Combat System, originally named AICS – Armoured Infantry Combat System together with the new Main Battle Tank programme will renew the Italian Army’s heavy vehicle fleet , providing cutting edge technology, characterised by high levels of digitalisation and connectivity, and capable of operating within the most complex multidomain contexts. This will also provide an opportunity for the renewal of the armoured fleets of international partners.

Metis Launches Skyperion Lightweight – Mobile C-UAS Detect, Track and Identify

January 29th, 2026

Metis, specialists in providing Radio Frequency (RF) and drone detection innovative technologies across diverse sectors, launches their latest detection product, Skyperion Lightweight. Skyperion Lightweight has virtually all the same passive counter-uncrewed air systems (C-UAS) detect, track and identify (DTI) sensor capability as its operationally proven and highly respected big brother Skyperion Rugged, but has been re-engineered into a smaller weight and power (SWaP) format optimised for users requiring mobility, rapid deployment and on-the-move operation.

For the last 10 years, Metis has been at the forefront of passive C-UAS RF detection capability development, with Skyperion Rugged being the RF DTI capability integrated into the RAF’s ORCUS system and Leonardo’s Falcon Shield deployed with NATO allies, helping to safeguard their airspace, key installations and critical infrastructure against the threats posed by rogue drones. The Skyperion product range captures RF emissions of varying strengths across the spectrum, filtering out background noise and known entities, before rapidly analysing them to identify and locate potential threats.

Skyperion products, already at Technical Readiness Level (TRL) 9 and operationally proven with multiple NATO partners, are distinguished by a non-library-based Open ESM waveform analysis. This approach identifies both cooperative and non-cooperative emitters across a wide spectrum of frequencies, providing an agile, comprehensive RF detection capability without reliance on static signal libraries. Skyperion is also the ideal choice to be integrated into a wider range of counter- drone capabilities (radar, optics, jamming and defeat) because it has been designed and manufactured to be system agnostic, modular and with an open architecture. This allows sovereign nations, large primes or system integrators to easily incorporate Metis products with other best-in-class technologies, to deliver world-leading detection, tracking, identification and defeat of rogue drones.

Tony Burnell, CEO of Metis said: “With the increasing proliferation of rogue drones being used for nefarious means, it is essential that we continue to innovate and develop new products to counter these threats. Skyperion Lightweight offers users ultimate flexibility on how it is deployed – not only protecting fixed locations but also providing virtually the same level of protection as Skyperion Rugged in a mobile format which we know many potential customers are seeking.”