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FirstSpear Friday Focus: Frogskin Collection

Friday, July 3rd, 2026

America’s original camouflage is back. FirstSpear is proud to introduce the Frogskin Collection, a limited-run colorway drop featuring the iconic five-color disruptive pattern first developed for the U.S. Marine Corps in 1942. The pattern that concealed Raiders in the Pacific is now available across seven of FirstSpear’s most proven pieces of kit, each built to the same standard the brand has always held, now wearing a pattern with genuine history behind it.

Products Offered in Frogskin:

General Purpose Pocket, Medium – A modular, MOLLE-compatible storage pocket built for mission-essential gear, sized to mount cleanly on any platform without adding bulk.

Duffel – A heavy-duty, high-capacity bag built from rugged 500D nylon for range days, travel, and everything in between.

Loose Ammo Bag w/ ID Pocket and Legend Window – A purpose-built solution for transporting and organizing loose ammunition, with an integrated ID pocket and legend window for fast, positive identification.

Structured Gadget Bag – A rigid-frame organizer bag designed to protect and provide quick access to electronics, tools, and sensitive mission equipment.

Summit Pockets – Low-profile, multi-purpose storage pockets engineered for organization and durability.

MultiMag Rapid-Adjust™ Pocket – A multi-magazine carrier with FirstSpear’s Rapid-Adjust retention system, allowing on-the-fly tension adjustments without tools or reconfiguration.

Sherpa – A heavy-duty range and transport bag with removable interior organizer panels, built to adapt to your gear loadout and hold up under hard use.

The Frogskin Collection is a limited release. When current inventory is gone, there are no plans to bring it back. If you want it, now is the time. 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.

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Hyde Definition Ltd. and WidePlus International Showcase New PenCott-GreenZone Camouflage Fabrics at Eurosatory 2026

Tuesday, June 16th, 2026

New range of fabrics in production and ready to order

Paris—15 June 2026—Hyde Definition and WidePlus are proud to announce that the new range of mil-spec, nIR-compliant, PenCott-GreenZone® camouflage fabrics at WidePlus’s Eurosatory booth – Hall 5B-A38.

First announced at Enforce-Tac 2026, the new range of fabrics is now in production and WidePlus are ready to order from stock. Having been absent from the market for far too long due to global supply chain issues, Eurosatory marks the exciting return of this legendary British-designed camouflage pattern, which is ideal for European homeland operational environments.

Driven by customer feedback and market demand, Hyde Definition and WidePlus are proud to present this new range of GreenZone® fabrics.

• 50/50 N66 nylon-cotton ripstop

• 500D nylon with DWR and back-coating

• 4-Way Stretch nylon-spandex

• Single Jersey Polyester Knit

• 50D lightweight plain weave nylon

• 500D nylon with DWR or pure finish (by special request – MOQs apply)

Additional PenCott colorways and fabrics are also in development.

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For further information about GreenZone fabrics and prices:

sophia@wideplustex.com

For more information about the PenCott camouflage series:

www.PenCottcamo.com

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Saab Reveals Barracuda Poncho – Camouflage Protection for Soldiers

Wednesday, May 13th, 2026

Saab has introduced its latest iteration of camouflage solutions, a poncho to protect individual soldiers from being detected by sensors operated by opposing forces across a variety of environments.

Barracuda Poncho is Saab’s latest addition to complement its existing Barracuda range of advanced camouflage solutions. The purpose of Barracuda Poncho is to hide the user from thermal and, in the arctic version, UV sensors while providing the freedom of movement to act swiftly and quietly. Its light weight of just above 1 kg makes Barracuda Poncho easy to deploy, wear and adjust.

Barracuda Poncho provides visual and thermal protection across varied environments, including woodland, stony desert, and arctic conditions. Its reversible design enables a night and day configuration on each side, with enhanced thermal protection for night.

“Barracuda Poncho is our answer to the recent rise in UAV-based surveillance on the battlefield, where a mission can be compromised if the soldier even briefly leaves a camouflaged vehicle or position. Building on the positive response from our Soldier System, the new Barracuda Poncho solution provides an alternative camouflage solution, focusing on wearability while retaining the exceptional multispectral protection,” says Henning Robach, head of Saab’s business unit Barracuda.

The poncho will be on display at Saab’s stand G180, Hall 6 at Eurosatory 2026.

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UF PRO Introduces Woodland Camouflage to Its Clothing Lineup

Wednesday, May 13th, 2026

KOMENDA, SLOVENIA (12 May 2026)

UF PRO expands its clothing portfolio with the introduction of Woodland camouflage across several established products.

Few camouflage patterns carry the same legacy and recognition as the iconic Woodland pattern, also widely known as M81. Introduced in the early 1980s as the standard camouflage of the United States Armed Forces, the pattern quickly became one of the most recognisable military camouflage designs worldwide. Over the decades, Woodland evolved far beyond its original military role, finding its place across special operations units, law enforcement teams, training environments, and the broader tactical community.

Its characteristic four-colour composition, developed for temperate woodland terrain, became closely associated with an entire generation of military operations and tactical equipment. Even decades after its introduction, Woodland remains one of the most requested camouflage patterns among professional users and enthusiasts alike, valued both for its operational heritage and enduring field relevance.

The camouflage pattern is now available on the Striker XT Gen.2 Combat Shirt, a breathable and fast-drying combat shirt designed for demanding operational use, combining durable sleeve construction with a lightweight torso material for improved comfort under body armour and load-bearing equipment.

It is also available on the Hunter FZ Gen.3 Tactical Softshell Jacket, a lightweight, windproof, and water-repellent softshell jacket developed for changing weather conditions, offering mobility, breathability, and reliable protection during active use.

The Woodland addition further extends to the P-40 Gen.2 Tactical Shorts, lightweight tactical shorts designed for warm-weather operations and range use, combining comfort, freedom of movement, and the functional pocket configuration characteristic of the P-40 line, as well as the Striker Gen.3 Boonie Hat, a lightweight field hat engineered for hot-weather environments, providing sun protection, ventilation, and reliable comfort during prolonged use in the field.

The Striker X Gen.2 Combat Pants, available later this year, will further expand the Woodland offering. Developed for demanding operational environments, the combat pants feature durable materials, ergonomic construction, and an integrated knee protection configuration for extended field use.

The rollout focuses on extending proven and field-tested UF PRO systems into one of the most anticipated camouflage additions within the brand’s portfolio. Each product maintains the same materials, construction, and functionality already established across the existing lineup, including ergonomic fit systems, durable fabric constructions, and mission-focused features developed for demanding operational environments.

With the addition of Woodland camouflage, UF PRO continues to expand its clothing portfolio in response to long-standing demand from operators and tactical professionals worldwide.

Learn more: ufpro.com

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UK Defence Textile Collaboration Formed Between Pincroft Dyeing & Printing and Toray Textiles Europe Ltd

Thursday, April 30th, 2026

Adlington, United Kingdom: As the UK Government looks to secure a resilient domestic supply chain, Pincroft Dyeing & Printing and Toray Textiles Europe Ltd have responded to the need for printed woven technical textiles for the UK defence sector. Both companies are established suppliers to NATO military programmes and are now well positioned to support UK defence requirements.

Strategically located in the Northwest of England, Pincroftoperates one of Europe’s largest fully integrated textile processing, printing and finishing facilities. Exporting to more than 80 countries and with an annual production capacity exceeding 50 million metres, the company has built a strong reputation in military printing and flame retardant finishing. Armed forces around the world already wear uniforms made with fabrics processed at Pincroft.

Toray Textiles Europe Ltd is a leading technical textile manufacturer specialising in the weaving, dyeing and finishing of synthetic fibre textiles across defence, medical and industrial applications. A recent investment of more than £15 million in advanced looms and process machinery has further strengthened its capability to support future demand.

Paul Farrell, Group Sales Director at Pincroft, said: “Leveraging our combined expertise and innovation, alongside our UK-based operations and supply chains, Pincroft and Toray are well placed to support the shared goals of strengthening national security, driving economic growth and improving sustainability.”

Paul Daynes, Sales Manager at Toray Textiles Europe Ltd, added: “Pincroft and Toray operate at a scale capable of delivering national programmes while manufacturing a high-quality UK product. This collaboration supports employment across the manufacturing sector and helps build a resilient domestic supply chain for our armed forces.”

Both businesses were honoured to receive a visit from HRH The Princess Royal as President of the UK Fashion & Textile Association in 2025 which underscored the significant investment they have both made in their respective weaving, dyeing, finishing and printing capabilities, as well as increasing capacity at both sites.

Adam Mansell, CEO of the UK Fashion and Textile Association has welcomed this new defence textiles collaboration and said: “The UK already sells to major forces across the world, from the Netherlands, Germany and France, across to Australia and New Zealand, so why not the UK? The UK MOD and other UK procurement agencies need to be incentivised, or required, to source more of their products from reliable UK sources and see the bigger UK industrial picture.”

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PenCott-GreenZone A220 Mammoth Shirt from Arktis

Tuesday, April 28th, 2026

PenCott® camouflage patterns are at their best when they’re paired with professional kit that’s built to last – like the new A220 Mammoth Shirt from Arktis.

An evolution of their iconic original Mammoth Shirt, the A220 has been refined for operators who need dependable reliability in harsh conditions. Among its standout features is a concealed hood that packs into the collar and deploys instantly when temperatures drop and wind, drizzle, or snow squalls roll in without warning.

Behind the water-repellent GreenZone™ ripstop exterior, Arktis has paired a rugged fibre-pile lining that’s warm, tough, and field-proven. The fit has been updated too — broader in the body for layering, with improved shoulder and sleeve movement. Body armour compatible as standard.

Key features:

Concealed emergency hood
Water-resistant PenCott® GreenZone™ ripstop outer
Fibre-pile lining
Two-way side ventilation zips
Document compartment & hand-warmer pockets
Velcro-adjustable cuffs
Body armour compatible

Available now from Arktis in sizes XS–XXXL: store.arktis.co.uk/products/mammoth-shirt-with-concealed-emergency-hood-3

Check out the full collection of GreenZone products from Arktis at: store.arktis.co.uk/collections/pencott-greenzone

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6-Color Desert: The Classic Is Back at Helikon-Tex

Tuesday, April 28th, 2026

As we previewed during Enforce Tac, our friends at Helikon-Tex have introduced an entire lines of clothing and equipment in the classic 6-Color Desert camouflage pattern synonymous with Operation Desert Storm.

Lovingly known by the troops as “Chocolate Chip” due to its distinctive rock-like shapes embedded in the pattern, it was developed during the early 1970s by the US Army using terrain in the American Southwest. Helikon-Tex has done an amazing breakdown of the history of the pattern which is available here.

Helikon-Tex didn’t just make copies of old issue equipment. Instead, they’ve applied this classic pattern to their designs. I am a big fan of their Raid Shirt. You can see it paired above with their UTP Pants as well as below. Both are made from Helikon-Tex’s polycotton ripstop stretch weave to move with you yet remain sturdy

Another favorite is the Tracer Anorak. Featuring their polycotton ripstop stretch weave, it’s just as practical in the field, on the range, or running around town.

It’s important to note that while these and other items are available in 6-Color Desert, they’ve got multiple other pattern and color options.

Their Mk II Boonie is a great way to top off an ensemble for wear in the desert. For those of you who prefer ball caps, they’ve got a Trucker Cap as well.

Check everything out at helikon-tex.com.

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Ruggedised Second Skin Enclosures for Fujinon SX Camera Range

Tuesday, April 21st, 2026

Hereford, UK – The International Special Training Facility development cell is releasing the first 3D printed deployment-ready rugged second skin enclosures, manufactured from our specially developed resin to withstand harsh environments for the Fujinon SX Camera Range.

This innovative product is designed to enhance operational capabilities, ensuring reliability and protection for critical equipment in demanding environments:

Since 2011, The International Special Training Facility has provided covert tactical and technical training, products and design to Special Forces, Law Enforcement CT-TSU and Government Security Services & Agencies.

ISTF is an independent organisation, with no affiliation, partnership, or ownership ties to any related entities, by policy ISTF does not provide its services to the private sector.

Our expertise has ‘silently’ enhanced the effectiveness of small teams operating in complex Rural and Urban environments, ensuring their success when executing covert manoeuvres.

We provide tactical and technical training, products, and design services. For further information, please contact us at info@istf-co.com

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