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Mach Industries Announces Mach Propulsion, New Jet Engine Factory to Fuel the Future of Unmanned Defense Technology

Thursday, March 20th, 2025

Advancing National Security with High-Performance Propulsion Technology

Huntington Beach, California– March 20th, 2025 — Mach Industries, a leader in advanced defense manufacturing, today announced the launch of Mach Propulsion, a new division dedicated to the development and production of high-performance propulsion systems. Along with this expansion, the company is constructing a state-of-the-art jet engine facility to position Mach Industries as a major U.S. supplier of critical subcomponents for unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and other defense technologies.

Set to begin construction later this year, the Mach Propulsion facility will introduce a vertically integrated, scalable solution for jet engine manufacturing, with a planned capacity of 12,000 engines annually. Designed to accelerate the advancement of next-generation propulsion technologies, the plant will support both Mach Industries’ proprietary platforms and a broader ecosystem from other manufacturers. Additionally, through rapid prototyping and testing, the site will harness Mach Industries’ iterative approach to expedite the design, testing and mass manufacturing of propulsion technologies.

Mach Industries has partnered with German manufacturer JetCat to supply propulsion systems for its Strategic Strike contract, recently awarded by the Army Application Lab, while Mach Propulsion will specialize in higher-thrust class engines with both enhanced durability and reusability. This initiative aims to complement JetCat’s offerings while expanding Mach Industries’ capabilities and product portfolio. Jeremy Klyde will lead the new division as General Manager. A seasoned expert in microturbine engine design and manufacturing, Klyde previously served as director of propulsion at Anduril Industries and held key leadership roles at Volvo and Lockheed Martin. His extensive experience in advanced propulsion systems will play a crucial role in the division’s growth and rollout of new engine models. As part of Mach Propulsion’s launch, Klyde will focus on building a high-caliber team, with plans to hire more than 30 engineers.

“Mach Industries is setting the standard for America’s future defense base by tackling critical gaps in our nation’s munitions supply chain. With the defense industry’s current deprioritization of essential components like engines and warheads, Mach Industries is stepping up to create the next generation of propulsion technology and strengthen our competitive edge,” said Klyde, General Manager of Mach Propulsion. “Mach’s commitment to ensure the U.S. defense ecosystem has access to advanced capabilities is exactly the forward-thinking strategy needed to secure national defense for the future.”By establishing this development of micro-jet engines, Mach is strategically positioned to be the primary engine provider for the next generation of unmanned aerial systems (UAS). Its goal is to deliver advanced propulsion technologies that support a range of critical military applications, including vertical-takeoff and landing (VTOL) systems, cruise missiles, and other high- performance vehicles.

“The creation of this factory represents a major leap forward in our readiness for scale conflict,” said Ethan Thornton, CEO and founder of Mach Industries. “Current micro-jet engine facilities are already operating at full capacity, even during peacetime. The United States needs to rapidly and efficiently prepare itself to produce weapons of the future at unprecedented scale, and we’re honored to be a major part of that solution.”

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Savox Communications Initiates Cooperation Deal with a Northern European Customer for Advanced Audio and Intercom Command System

Wednesday, March 19th, 2025

Savox Communications, a global leader in mission-critical communications and hearing protection solutions, proudly announces the commencement of cooperation with northern European customer.

Under this multi-million-level cooperation deal, Savox will provide mounted audio systems to a Northern European customer. This agreement also sets the foundation for future collaboration and potential expansions in the region.

The scope of the cooperation includes the delivery of the Savox IMP Intercom system for integration into existing military vehicle ?eets. The Savox IMP system is an advanced, digital intercom solution designed for use on both land and sea platforms. Engineered for the most demanding environments, the system is highly scalable, allowing seamless expansion from small con?gurations to large, complex installations, ensuring effective communication across all vehicle categories.

A key highlight of this cooperation is the rapid development and deployment of new features based on the end-user’s requirements. This demonstrates Savox’s core values of trust, innovation, teamwork, and perseverance. By working closely with the end-user, Savox has been able to tailor its solutions to meet real operational challenges efficiently and effectively.

The Savox IMP System streamlines both internal and external communications, facilitating seamless interactions among vehicle crew members and command structures. Its ability to enable multiple talk groups and secure access levels ensures optimal situational awareness and control at all times.

“We are honored by the trust placed in Savox,” said Janne Pöllänen, SVP Head of Global Sales and Business Development at Savox Communications.

“This order is a proof of the close cooperation established from the very beginning and re?ects our commitment to delivering innovative, mission-critical solutions tailored to the evolving needs of modern defense and security forces. At Savox, we prioritize understanding our customers’ needs and continuously learning from them, fostering a foundation of mutual trust and reliable cooperation. We look forward to further strengthening this partnership in the future.”

For further information about Savox and its range of advanced communication solutions, please visit www.savox.com.

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Jacobite Solutions – Back on Track

Wednesday, March 19th, 2025

Following a couple years of sickness and recovery, Jacobite Solutions has moved into a new shop in their home town of Aberdeen, Scotland.

Bigger Space, Bigger Projects-

The new space not only features a better space for JS branded kit, but also a more elaborate display for their TUFF DUGZ brand of heavy-duty dog equipment, as well as more space for their ever growing offering of surplus/pre-owned kit.

But the new premises isn’t just a shop, having more space to work means Jacobite Solutions now has room to work on bigger, more substantial projects.

“I’ve always wanted to push more into the equipment manufacturing side of things, but never really had the space to do so. Now, with the new shop, it not only gives greater shelf space that also lets customers come in and browse, but also space for me to really lay out projects, both product and R&D wise.” -Rob, Director of Jacobite Solutions

S.E.R.E Kit updates-

One of the things JS is best known for (aside from the memes) is its offering of S.E.R.E kit. With the new shop, what plans does JS have for this area this year?

“In terms of S.E.R.E kit, this year will be solely focused on re-visiting the current line-up, seeing where things can be improved or perhaps even designed altogether. The S.E.R.Espace has been really busy the past couple of years, with all the ongoings in Europe and the Middle East. Now the mad rush for kit has settled, I can finally sit down and pick at ideasthat I never got around to before I became ill.”

What else is to come?-

With a new found health and momentum, what else does Jacobite Solutions have in the pipeline?

“This year will certainly busy. Outside of the S.E.R.E kit, our belts have proven popular, especially with local Law Enforcement, so there’ll certainly be more to come in that area. There’s also our brand of heavy-duty dog accessories that’s really starting to mature now, both in terms of the off-the-shelf stuff and the custom work. Of course, we’ll still continue to offer our 3D printing and repairs service, as well as all the other custom work we do and our surplus/pre-owned kit catalogue is also growing more and more, so it’s really a war on all fronts this year that may even involve employing someone and, with the way things are going, potentially a bigger space. Obviously, considering not too long ago I was near death in hospital with an illness that has taken me almost 2 years to return to some kind of normal, it’s been crazy how things have grown and I don’t think I’ll get over just how supportive and understanding both my customers and others in the community have been.”

Jacobite Solutions can now be found on Summerhill Drive, Aberdeen, Scotland. They ship internationally and offer both off-the-shelf and custom work, as well as consultancy services.

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Cubic Participates in Cope North ‘25 Multi-Domain Exercise

Tuesday, March 18th, 2025

Providing “truth in training” to trilateral air interoperability operations with U.S., Japan and Australia

SAN DIEGO – March 17, 2025 – Cubic’s Advanced Training Solutions (ATS) team delivered 4th and 5th generation Air Combat Maneuver Instrumentation (ACMI) systems, with Simplified, Planning, Execution, Analysis, Reconstruction (SPEAR) Common Data Model (CDM), to Cope North’s annual training exercise held in Guam.

“Our solutions introduce a new era in training, enabling posture and deterrence, exponentially increasing warfighter readiness.” said Paul Averna, VP and GM, ATS for Cubic. “The successful mission integrated a blended environment of F-35 P5 Internal Subsystem (IS), ACMI pods, ground stations and SPEAR, delivering a fully operational, high fidelity tracking of three F-35 partners and three variants of 4th gen fighters from three U.S. services for the first time ever. We’re grateful to participate in this critically valuable exercise and we look forward to many more years at Cope North.”

Cubic is a recognized industry leader in Air Combat Training (ACT) designs and delivers solutions to support 4th and 5th generation aircraft training. The F-35 P5 IS provides high fidelity, encrypted Time Space Position Information (TSPI) for live monitoring and post mission review for accurate and efficient reconstruction. Cubic’s ACMI pods incorporate advanced GPS technology, allowing pilots to train anywhere at any time over land and sea, enabling training missions to be conducted without reliance on fixed range infrastructure. In 2025, Cubic will field the next evolution of ACMI, P5 System Security Update (SSU), encrypting the ACMI pod data for true interoperability between 4th and 5th gen fighters. All training data is ingested in SPEAR, during and after the mission, for enhanced data visualization and analysis to provide “speed to insight” to significantly improve combat effectiveness. SPEAR delivers a complete reconstruction of “when, how and what” happened, allowing the participants to spend the majority of their debrief time on the analysis of “why” it happened.

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Overwatch and Milrem Robotics Announce Strategic Collaboration to Advance Unmanned Defence Capabilities

Monday, March 17th, 2025

Overwatch, a British aerospace and defence business specialising in the design and manufacture of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), and Milrem Robotics, the world’s leading robotics and autonomous systems developer, have signed a collaboration agreement to drive product development, production, and sales of cutting-edge unmanned defence solutions worldwide.

Under this collaboration, Overwatch and Milrem Robotics will undertake joint research and development assessments to explore possibilities for integrating capabilities, payloads, and effects between Overwatch’s UAVs and Milrem Robotics’ unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs), with the aim of developing highly interoperable unmanned systems.

Both parties will engage in collaborative test and evaluation efforts to advance operational capabilities and deliver enhanced performance under realistic mission conditions.

“Overwatch is thrilled to embark on this strategic collaboration with Milrem Robotics,” said Drew Michael, CEO of Overwatch. “By leveraging our respective strengths in UAV and UGV technologies, we aim to deliver unparalleled unmanned defence capabilities to meet the evolving needs of our customers worldwide.”

“We look forward to working closely with Overwatch to expand our product portfolios and address emerging market demands,” said Kuldar Väärsi, CEO of Milrem Robotics. “By combining our expertise and jointly exploring R&D and testing, we expect to develop integrated solutions that will significantly enhance operational effectiveness and mission success for our clients,” he added.

The companies will also coordinate marketing activities to promote each other’s products beyond their domestic markets, opening up new business opportunities across global defence sectors.

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Airbus U.S Space & Defense and Aerostar Expand Their Existing Collaboration with Contributions from Persistent Systems

Sunday, March 16th, 2025

Today, Airbus U.S. Space & Defense and Aerostar announced an expansion of their Cooperative Research and Development Agreement (CRADA) to include additional capabilities from Persistent Systems, LLC (“Persistent”).

This expansion culminated in the launch of a second joint Internal Research and Development (IRAD) stratospheric test flight that will enable continued testing of hardened communications systems. These can be used to support ISR sensor collection and network extension missions from the stratosphere, which both companies are working to operationalize. Aerostar offers a series of stratospheric High Altitude Balloon Systems and Airbus is leading the field of stratospheric fixed wing systems with its Zephyr HAPS (High Altitude Pseudo Satellite / High Altitude Platform Station).

Launched Feb. 6, 2025, from Sioux Falls, S.D., IRAD Flight HBAL717 is currently operating over the Pacific Ocean. This flight includes an Aerostar Thunderhead Stratospheric Balloon system, satellite communication terminals hardened by Airbus U.S. engineers, and Persistent’s networking system and over-the-horizon Cloud Relay™ technology.

“Each of our companies brings something special to the table and we’re united in the quest to operationalize the stratosphere in a complimentary fashion,” said Fabian Kluessendorf, Airbus U.S. UAS Engineering Director. “Ultimately, the goal of this flight is to test the integration, encryption, backhaul, and routing of ISR traffic to government cloud systems from anywhere on the globe. On top of this it will pave the way for trusted payload-automation using onboard AI/ML capabilities. Our technology will be tested and qualified for operations through a long-duration stratospheric flight.”

Prior to the flight, a cross functional team of engineers from all three companies worked together to rapidly prototype variants of their hardware for future stratospheric balloon or fixed-wing flights.

“Stratospheric platforms are the most cost-effective, long-duration, persistent flight vehicles in service today. Aerostar continues to invest R&D dollars into integrating warfighter-relevant end-to-end solutions for resilient communications and ISR collection in critical, contested theaters,” said Russ Van Der Werff, Aerostar’s VP of Stratospheric Solutions.

“Persistent Systems is proud to partner with Airbus and Aerostar to integrate, test, and deploy advanced network solutions in support of the Warfighter. By leveraging both our Cloud Relay technology and Wave Relay® mobile ad hoc network (MANET), our government end-users will gain enhanced ISR and network-extension capabilities,” said Tom Jennings, Director of Business Development at Persistent Systems. “The swift and effective collaboration between Airbus, Aerostar, and Persistent Systems underscores the commitment and agility of all stakeholders, and we are look forward to continued partnership and innovation.”

Airbus, with the Zephyr platform designed and manufactured by its subsidiary AALTO, is a leader in stratospheric fixed wing aircraft; Aerostar has long tenure of balloon stratospheric operations for U.S. government customers; and Persistent is a leading vendor of scalable MANET devices and networking solutions for interoperability.

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HUXWRX Safety Company Contributes $40,000 to Support the American Suppressor Association

Saturday, March 15th, 2025

Millcreek, UT — The American Suppressor Association (ASA) is proud to announce that HUXWRX Safety Company has contributed $40,000 to support its fight to protect and expand suppressor rights across the country. As a valued sponsor, Huxwrx is playing a key role in ensuring ASA can continue its vital advocacy efforts at both the state and federal levels.

“At HUXWRX Safety Company, our commitment to innovation is matched by our dedication to responsible firearm ownership,” said Darrell Marrow, Senior VP of Sales at HUXWRX Safety Company “Supporting ASA’s mission to educate the public and advance suppressor rights reflects our core values, and we’re proud to contribute to such a significant cause.”

HUXWRX Safety Company is renowned for its cutting-edge technology and high-quality products that serve the needs of the Second Amendment community. The company provides superior suppressors and firearm accessories that not only enhance the shooting experience but also underscore its commitment to the rights and safety of firearm enthusiasts nationwide. As a human exposure workshop, Huxwrx is dedicated to building products optimized for customer safety and health without compromising efficiency or performance. The team is deeply passionate about its mission, delivering exceptional products and top-notch customer support while upholding American manufacturing values by producing all its suppressors in Millcreek, Utah.

“The increase in support from HUXWRX Safety Company is an absolute game-changer for ASA,” said Knox Williams, Executive Director of ASA. “Their contribution will directly bolster our legislative and educational initiatives, helping us break down misconceptions about suppressors and advocate for common sense pro-suppressor reform. At the end of the day, suppressors are hearing safety devices that every law-abiding American should have the ability to own.”

ABOUT THE AMERICAN SUPPRESSOR ASSOCIATION

Founded in 2011, the American Suppressor Association has been instrumental in promoting the rights of suppressor owners nationwide, advocating for legal reform, and educating the public about the benefits of suppressors. ASA’s successful campaigns have resulted in the legalization of suppressors in three states, the use of suppressors while hunting in 19 states, the defeat of numerous attempts to impose state level bans, and the dramatic improvements to NFA transfer time.

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NFM Group at SOFINS 2025: Strengthening Our Presence in France Through Innovation

Friday, March 14th, 2025

From 1st to 3rd April 2025, the 7th edition of SOFINS will be held at Camp de Souge in Gironde (33), France. Represented by our Business Unit, NFM FRANCE SAS, NFM Group will be attending the event at booth C37 D38.

SOLID AND GROWING PRESENCE IN FRANCE

Since 2016, NFM Group has been committed to strengthening its presence in France by providing high-quality protective solutions to the French elite forces. NFM FRANCE SAS, plays a key role in developing tailored solutions specifically for French military and law enforcement needs. Our ongoing collaborations with local partners and institutions reinforce our deep-rooted commitment to serving the French defense industry.

“NFM Group and NFM France SAS value the opportunity to display our products and technology at SOFINS. France stands as a cornerstone of European security, both as a highly valued EU member and a force multiplier within NATO. With a newly signed Memorandum of Intent between our nations to enhance collaboration in the defence industry, SOFINS provides an important platform to discuss potential needs and technological advancements.”, says Tor Inge Thun, Chief Product Integration Officer, NFM Group.

MEET OUR EXPERTS

Our French NFM team will be ready to give visitors a hand on view of our products and share insight on how these can be accommodating the challenges and needs special operation forces today.

COME BY OUR BOOTH TO MEET WITH:

Johann Le Cunff, Sales Director, NFM France

Tor Inge Thun, Chief Product Integration Officer, NFM Group

Laura Roe, Business Development Manager NFM France

Orlane Briand, Project Coordinator, NFM France

Nicolas Gauvin, Strategic Project Manager, NFM France

PRESENTING OUR LATEST INNOVATIONS

Our primary focus is showcasing our latest technologies, developments, and products while get the opportunity to engage directly with end users to better understand their operational needs.

“NFM Group will present a selected range of innovations, including advancements from our HJELM, THOR, SKJOLD, and GARM portfolios. Among the highlights are a newly developed full protective vest system, lightweight plate carrier solutions, and the latest additions to our extensive range of THOR pouches. From our HJELM catalogue, we will also unveil new helmet developments designed to enhance protection and performance in the field.”, Thun reveals.

AT OUR BOOTH YOU WILL FIND OUR FULL SPECTRUM PROTECTION EQUIPMENT CONSISTING OF:

THOR™ LOAD BEARING

Modular vest system allowing you to quickly adapt to the mission needs.

HJELM™ HELMET SYSTEM

Extremely light and comfortable head protection combined with great possibilities.

GARM™ COMBAT CLOTHING

A multi-layer garment solution for protection and comfort in all weather conditions.

SKJOLD™ BODY ARMOR

The ideal ballistic solutions for a maximum level of protection.

“Visit us at our booth C37 D38 to discover our latest innovation in our Full Spectrum of Protection Systems” – Johann Le Cunff, Sales Director, NFM France.

Maintaining and growing the dialogue and interaction with French end-users and stakeholders is highly valued by the NFM Group. NFM France SAS takes pride in the trust and confidence given from French high-end military and police units choosing NFM equipment as their primary protective gear. Exhibiting at SOFINS is an opportunity to honour that commitment and a possibility for NFM to engage in and experience the high level of professionalism and competences exhibited at the show.

NFM Group look forward to welcoming you to our booth C 37 D 38 at SOFINS from 1st to the 3rd of April 2025.

ABOUT SOFINS

SOFINS is organized by Cercle de l’Arbalète at the Camp de Souge in Gironde, just outside Bordeaux in France. With over 3500 visitors and 326 exhibitors, SOFINS has established itself as the premier meeting place in Europe for high-tech industry players and special forces operators.

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