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Liteye Systems Inc Hires Matt Pflieger as Vice President of Finance

Wednesday, June 10th, 2020

Matt Pflieger to help sustain Liteye Systems growth in Defense and Aerospace

Centennial Colorado — Liteye Systems, Inc, is a world leader in Counter Unmanned Aerial Systems (CUAS), ruggedized thermal cameras and helmet mounted displays with over $100M in Government contracts. With recent success and growth, Liteye is pleased to announce the addition of Matt Pflieger as VP of Finance.

With over 20 years in finance, Pflieger’s experience includes work with L3, SAIC, CACI. He holds CPA, CTP, PMP accreditation along with a BBA from Ohio University and an MBA in Finance and International Business from the University of Cincinnati.

“Matt comes to us with great experience and pedigree having led major companies in the Defense and Aerospace Market,” said Kenneth Geyer, CEO and Co-Founder of Liteye Systems. “We’re pleased to have him as part of our executive team and know his contributions will assist to elevate Liteye.”

“Given Liteye’s growth in the Defense sector over the past few years, it was critical to add a Government Finance expert to the executive team,” said Jamie Rhone, Chief Procurement Officer of Liteye Systems. “We are extremely excited to have Matthew in our family. Not only does he bring strong Defense sector Financial expertise, but he also has the right personality to fit in with our culture and continuous growth.”

Liteye has delivered essential equipment to the US Government for over 20 years and has experienced recent growth with the Anti-UAS Defense System (AUDS) as a Combat Proven product with over 1000 defeats against enemy drones flown by ISIS, Taliban and others. Liteye’s products continue to be a sustaining force to protect airfields, government installations and critical infrastructure across the US Government. Founded by Kenneth Geyer and Tom Scott in 2000, Liteye is ranked as one of the leading privately held companies in Colorado.

www.Liteye.com

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Galvion Signs Contract With Marketing and Communications Agency, Chamois

Tuesday, June 9th, 2020

Galvion, an international designer, manufacturer and supplier of survivability and power management systems to the global defence and security sector, has signed a contract with the UK-based marketing and communications agency, Chamois Consulting Ltd. Under this contract Chamois will provide an integrated marketing and communications service with a particular focus on brand communications and PR to raise the profile and awareness of the newly launched Galvion.

Following the announcement in October 2019 of the sale of its protective eyewear business, along with the Revision Military brand name, the remaining Armor, Soldier Power and Electronics, Vehicle Platform Power and Advanced Concept divisions of the company are moving forward under the new corporate name GALVION. With seven company sites located across Canada, USA and UK, Galvion’s product portfolio includes leading-edge head, face and torso protective solutions, as well as power management systems supplied to military and tactical clients worldwide.

Galvion enjoys an impressive track record of large-scale global contracts for protective head systems as well as soldier power management systems, with customers including defence forces from the US, Canada, UK, France, Germany, Denmark, the Netherlands, the Czech Republic, Poland, UAE, Israel, Australia, Indonesia, Botswana and others.

Of particular note to both Galvion and Chamois is the fact that the contract was put in place during the Covid-19 lockdown period, resulting in the parties on both sides not having met each other face to face prior to contract award. For both companies this has been a clear demonstration of how innovation, determination and adaptability can allow business to continue in these uncertain and challenging times.

Marnie Blanshay, Director of Marketing and Communications at Galvion said: “We are excited to start this new partnership with Chamois. A corporate re-brand is a monumental task no matter the circumstances, but the added constraints due to COVID-19 have pushed us to look for additional partners who can help us find creative ways to engage with our customers and markets. The inability to travel to meet customers in person or engage at trade shows are obstacles that so many are facing at the moment, but business must continue, and we are looking forward to working with Chamois to introduce Galvion and advance our sharpened business portfolio”.

Jamie Clarke, CEO at Chamois said: “I’m so pleased to have signed this contract with Galvion who, for us, are a model client. Following re-branding, companies often need help to establish awareness of the new brand despite there being a clear, credible and proven pedigree reaching back under the former brand. Our aim is to place Galvion firmly and visibly on the global map and we’re really looking forward to starting work”. He added “This contract is one of two new accounts we’ve brought on board during the lockdown period, working through restrictions that made it impossible to meet those involved in person. Life is not easy for any of us at the moment but we’re finding ways to overcome the constraints and continue to grow. I’d like to wish everyone the very best in these difficult times; stay safe”.

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Aimpoint Launches New US Website and Websales

Tuesday, June 9th, 2020

Aimpoint has launched www.aimpoint.us, a US-based website designed to better support US customers. Additionally, they’ve introduced another first, you can order Aimpoint products directly from the website.

The site www.aimpoint.com remains, but is based in Sweden at Aimpoint AB’s international headquarters.

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Michael Green Joins Sons of Liberty Gun Works’ Pro Staff

Monday, June 8th, 2020

San Antonio, Texas 08JUN2020 – Sons of Liberty Gunworks, a superior manufacture of high quality, hard-use, direct impingement firearms, is pleased to announce the addition of Michael Green of Green Ops. to our professional staff.

Michael has 15 years as a Green Beret with the U.S. Army Special Forces, 7 years working for US Government Agencies as contractor and the last 10 years working as a staff officer for the Department of Defense.

Michael began his journey as an instructor after joining the U.S. Army and completing the Special Forces Q-Course and Ranger School. During his time in SF, he served as an Assaulter in a CINC’s In-extremis Force (CIF) providing Counter-Terrorism and Quick Reaction Force (QRF) capabilities. He provided Advanced Marksmanship, Close Quarters Combat (CQC) training to US and foreign forces. He also served as an instructor for the Special Forces Advanced Urban Combat (SFAUC) Course.

At the 1st Special Warfare Training Group, Michael served as the Course Manager for the only Department of Defense (DoD) Antiterrorism Instructor Qualification Course, where he developed and managed a joint military and civilian team of Terrorism Experts and multiple surveillance teams, responsible for training Antiterrorism Instructors throughout the DoD. As an Antiterrorism instructor, he trained students in tasks to minimize their vulnerability to terrorist attacks, in awareness techniques, advanced driving techniques and survival-shooting programs

Michael also has achieved and holds the following accolades:
• Pro-Staff @ A-TACS Camo
• SME for firearms and security
• Host and Co- Produces Trigger Time TV with 20-45 Million viewers
• Master Class Ranking in IDPA/USPSA
• Various firearms/tactical instructor rating from US Army, NRA, FLETC, Sig Sauer Academy, SF Institute, Tom Given’s Rangemaster with many more entities.

“Michael is the latest addition to our team that we refer to as the Loyall 9. SOLGW continually strives to manufacture a tool that exceeds the demands our customers may find themselves in. Michael’s extensive experience in the application and use of firearms for defensive purposes makes him a great fit for the SOLGW team. Michael will be utilized in new product testing/evaluation, company training programs, and various company produced media. Down the road we will possibly see a Green Ops Inc spec’d pistol/rifle.” Said Mike Mihalski of SOLGW.

For more information:

Green Ops Inc www.green-ops.com

Sons of Liberty Gunworks: sonsoflibertygw.com

Sales / PR Contact: William@sonsoflibertygw.com

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SIG SAUER Closes Operations In Germany; Continues Business As Usual

Friday, June 5th, 2020

You may have seen reports that SIG SAUER has closed its German factory, with some even going as far as to say that they are going out of business. While it is indeed true that they are closing their operation in Eckernförde, Germany, SIG continues to do quite well at their international headquarters in Newington, New Hampshire on the old Pease AFB facility.

Although the company is owned by Germans, if you’ve been paying attention, the writing has been on the wall for years. As the German government has made it more difficult to do business, SIG has moved more and more of the company to the US.

The company has also transitioned itself from firearms to an arms manufacturer as they’ve pursued defense contracts in addition to their commercial line and expanded into ammunition and optics.

This seems to be the culmination of years of planning rather than an abrupt decision based on factors such as the COVID-19 pandemic.

While it’s unfortunate that about 130 jobs will be lost, many of which are skilled craftsmen who have hand built guns for generations, SIG still has over 2,300 employees here in America across multiple facilities in several states.

SIG will realign how they conduct business in Germany but they continue to do business in 88 countries.

SIG SAUER, Inc. issued this statement:

L & O Holding group has announced that it is closing its SIG SAUER, GmbH (Germany) division in Eckernförde, Germany. L&O Holding owns and operates numerous business units in the defense and hunting market including SIG SAUER, GmbH (Germany), SIG SAUER, Inc. (U.S.A.), and German Sports Group, GmbH (GSG), among others.

SIG SAUER, Inc. operations in the U.S. will continue business as usual. The U.S. based division, headquartered in Newington, New Hampshire, has over 2,300 employees throughout 9 facilities in New Hampshire, Arkansas and Oregon where the company designs and manufactures firearms, ammunition, optics, suppressors and air guns. Further, in New Hampshire, the company operates one of the most advanced training facilities in the world, SIG SAUER Academy.

SIG SAUER, Inc. markets and distributes its U.S. made products in 88 countries. The SIG SAUER, Inc. International Sales Team, based in Europe, will expand its responsibilities to include the German market. German Sports Group (GSG), the current commercial distributor in Germany for SIG SAUER, Inc. optics, ammunition and air guns will expand its role to include commercial firearm sales in Germany.

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STI Firearms, LLC Announces Company Name Change to Staccato

Thursday, May 28th, 2020

Building on the success of the Staccato line of pistols, STI rebrands company name

Georgetown, TX: STI Firearms, LLC, inventors of the 2011® – The World’s Best Shooting Handgun, announced today that the company will begin operating as Staccato, effective immediately. The Staccato brand was introduced to the market in 2019 as the company’s new brand for duty and personal defense-oriented pistols. Incredibly well received by consumers and professionals alike, the Staccato brand reflects the company’s vision for the future.

“We are honored that thousands of law enforcement officers across the country trust and carry our Staccato pistols both on and off-duty – these brave men and women put their lives in danger on a daily basis, protecting our freedoms,” said Marine Corps veteran Nate Horvath, CEO, Staccato. “Because Staccato pistols are duty proven, reliable, durable, and easy to shoot well, they are a great choice for shooters of all skill levels. Whether your needs are duty, home defense, CCW, or just hitting the target every time at the range, our pistols will increase your confidence and help you improve.”

The company’s ownership and staff have not changed.

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5.11 Begins Reopening of Retail Nationwide

Tuesday, May 26th, 2020

5.11 Reopens Retail Stores as COVID-19 Restrictions Subside

Irvine, Calif. (May 26, 2020) – 5.11, Inc. the global innovator of purpose-built apparel, footwear and gear, announced it is gradually reopening its United States-based retail stores in light of the restriction lifts surrounding Coronavirus (COVID-19). Each of 5.11’s 66 company-owned stores will be opening on a case-by-case basis in accordance with all federal, state and local health and safety protocols.

Nearly all of 5.11’s retail stores have remained open throughout the COVID-19 lockdowns, but with limited operations serving First Responders and other members of our country’s critical infrastructure. All safety protocols put into place previously will be maintained, with several additional efforts including making hand sanitizer easily accessible for customers and employees, increasing cleaning throughout of the store of high traffic touchpoints, adding plexiglass partitions at checkout areas, and marking areas on floors to ensure proper social distancing. Continued health and safety precautions include:

• Conducting employee health screenings at the beginning of every shift
• Increasing cleaning and sanitization
• Providing face coverings for all employees
• Enforcing six feet or more of social distancing
• Limiting the number of employees and customers in the store at one time
• Maintaining reduced hours of store operations: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Monday – Sunday

“Character is most often shown in the most difficult times,” said 5.11’s CEO, Francisco J. Morales. “My pride for the character of the 5.11 team has never been greater. We are honored to have been able to serve our frontline workers throughout the difficult past several weeks and are happy to be providing safe shopping environments for all consumers to enjoy once again. Our Always Be Ready mantra has never had greater meaning, and we look forward to bringing our innovative, purpose-built products back to all of our retail patrons in the weeks ahead.”

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KMW, Nexter and Rheinmetall Get the Go-ahead for Initial MGCS Architecture Study

Saturday, May 23rd, 2020

Munich / Versailles / Düsseldorf, 20 May 2020 – Standing for Main Ground Combat System, MGCS is a joint Franco-German defence project. The programme, to be implemented under German political leadership, is tasked with developing a main combat system to succeed the Bundeswehr’s Leopard 2 and the French Army’s Leclerc starting in 2035.

Making the start of the MGCS procurement programme Krauss-Maffei Wegmann (KMW), Nexter Systems and Rheinmetall AG established an ARGE in December 2019. Now, the partners and the German Federal Office of Bundeswehr Equipment, Information Technology and In-Service Support (BAAINBw), acting in the name of Germany and France, have signed a contract for the “System Architecture Definition Study – Part 1” (SADS Part 1). This contract sounds the industrial starting gun for a MGCS Demonstration Phase.

At the Franco-German Ministerial Council meeting in Toulouse on 16 October 2019, the defence ministers of both nations, Florence Parly and Annegret Kramp-Karrenbauer, emphasized their commitment to developing the MGCS.

The ARGE is a German acronym standing for Arbeitsgemeinschaft, or “working group”. Under German law, the ARGE serves as the contractual partner of the procurement authority (BAAINBw) during the first phase of the programme. Officials of the three companies represent the ARGE vis-à-vis third parties.

The aim of the study is to harmonize the final MGCS concepts of the previous phase, to analyse further details, and to propose a common multi-platform architecture. The three contractual partners will assess various aspects of different concepts: technical feasibility in the projected timeframe allotted for the programme; ability to fulfil the operational needs of both armies; efficiency and compatibility with national “systems of systems” (SCORPION for France and Digitization of Land-Based Operations (D-LBO) for Germany). Workshares in the SADS Part 1 are to be distributed equally between France and Germany on a fifty-fifty basis. The first phase of architecture work is expected to last 18 months.

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