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Mehler Systems Showcases Cutting-Edge Ballistic and Tactical Gear at Eurosatory 2024

Tuesday, July 2nd, 2024

FULDA, GERMANY (01.07.2024)

Eurosatory 2024 served as a pivotal platform for Mehler Systems, bringing together its three sub-brands—Mehler Protection, Lindnerhof, and UF PRO—to present cutting-edge innovations in ballistic protection and tactical solutions. As the final event before summer, it highlighted the group’s commitment to advancing defence and security technologies.

Mehler Protection unveiled a comprehensive range of defence solutions at Eurosatory 2024. Central to its showcase was the ExoM Up-Armoured Exoskeleton, a groundbreaking collaboration with Mawashi Science & Technology and GIGN, funded by the Defence Innovation Agency. Also featured were the M.U.S.T. system, designed for versatility in tactical environments, women’s soft-ballistic panels, and Omega ballistic helmets. Innovations in ballistic protection for platforms, including 3D-printed window frames and advanced armour for land vehicles, underscored Mehler Protection’s commitment to cutting-edge technology.

On display at Eurosatory, Lindnerhof introduced its latest innovations tailored for tactical operations. Highlights included multi-pouches and corresponding panels, a new plate carrier, and advanced tactical equipment for climbing and abseiling. Noteworthy was the revolutionary 5-in-1 heavy load carrying system, demonstrating Lindnerhof’s prowess in modular and functional carrying solutions.

UF PRO showcased its Striker TT line, a breakthrough in tactical apparel designed specifically for hot and humid climates. This lightweight and durable line includes combat shirt and pants, celebrated as the lightest in UF PRO’s BDU lineup. Visitors also explored the Striker FR garment system, engineered for flame resistance, and the Striker X line optimised for military special operations. A fitting area allowed hands-on testing of UF PRO’s acclaimed garments, including Delta and Monsoon lines.

With preparations underway for upcoming events in September and October, Mehler Systems looks forward to welcoming you. Stay connected for updates on our upcoming plans and engagements.

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C&H Precision Family of Companies Completes Acquisition of Paragon Weapon Light Cleaner

Tuesday, July 2nd, 2024

RICHMOND HILL, Ga. – July 1, 2024 – C&H Family of Companies is thrilled to announce the successful acquisition of Paragon, a highly regarded firearms cleaning solution company based in Florida. The entity also owns C&H Precision, a prominent player in the firearms industry, and will continue to look for strategic acquisitions in the same and adjacent markets.

In August 2023, C&H Companies acquired a majority stake in Paragon from its founding members, initiating a strategic partnership designed to enhance the capabilities and market presence of both companies. As of June 2024, C&H Companies has completed the acquisition and assumes full ownership of Paragon.

“This acquisition marks a significant milestone in our ongoing growth and expansion within the firearms sector,” said Buck Holly, Founder & CEO of C&H Precision Family of Companies. “We are eager to integrate Paragon’s innovative products and expertise into our operations, which will undoubtedly strengthen our market position and enhance our ability to serve our customers.”

The full acquisition of Paragon underscores C&H Companies’ commitment to broadening its product offerings and sharpening its competitive edge. Customers and partners can expect a continued commitment to excellence in both service and product quality.

C&H Companies broke ground on its new home in Bryan County, Ga. in March of 2024. The facility in the city of Richmond Hill will span 50,000 square feet, create up to 60 jobs and become a place for the community to gather. All Paragon operations will operate out of the C&H Companies headquarters upon completion of the complex.

In plans released earlier, the C&H Companies campus will include state of the art manufacturing, indoor shooting ranges for the public and law enforcement, a retail store with Federal Firearms License, a sandwich and coffee shop and more. This multi-use facility will not only increase C&H Companies’ manufacturing and design capacity to support its growing business needs, but it will increase the company’s involvement and contributions to the local community.

For more information about the acquisition and its implications for C&H Companies and Paragon, please contact Tim Brandt at tim.brandt@murrayroadagency.com and 843-410-2739 x 103.

For more information on C&H Precision visit www.chpws.com. Additional updates from the company are also available on social media.

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Savage Announces New Episode of Savage Journeys: Making It Rain Outdoors

Sunday, June 30th, 2024

WESTFIELD, Massachusetts – June 28, 2024 – Savage Arms® announces the release of its newest Savage Journeys episode: Making it Rain Outdoors. This story follows Savage Arms ambassadors Rain and Jason Williams and the generational tradition of hunting and fishing that Rain Williams was born into and is sharing with her family. The Williams hope to instill in their children the same passion for the outdoors and inspire other families to connect with nature to ensure the legacy continues for future generations.

Viewers can watch as Rain tells the story of her father and grandfather instilling a love for the outdoors in her from a young age, and how she came to introduce her husband Jason to hunting and fishing when they began dating. Now parents of three, viewers witness them discuss combining parenthood with the outdoors and the balance that takes. The Williams also describe how their brand, Rain Outdoors, came to be and the mission of their platform.

“My husband was passionate about promoting where he was from in the city so he knew all about social media. He would take pictures of me outside hunting and fishing and the brand started building from there,” said Rain Williams. “For a long time, I knew that I wanted to get young people involved, especially young women. Hearing from parents who tell me that their daughters decided to start hunting or fishing because of me is what inspires me to keep making content and building Rain Outdoors.”

As important as creating and sharing content is to Rain and Jason, they stand firm in the idea that the most important job they can do in growing the outdoor community is to instill those values in their children. The Williams work hard to teach their sons that hunting and fishing is more for the harvest than anything else, showing them every step of the process from the catch or kill to a home-cooked meal.

“Rain’s story is important to tell because it highlights the power of family traditions and the vital role of teaching the next generation to cherish our outdoor heritage,” said Kristin Boeshart, Digital Marketing Manager at Savage Arms. “Rain and Jason share their joy for the outdoors and their family every day on their pages.”

The Williams continue to pursue their goals, with a bright vision for the future of Rain Outdoors. Having recently released her first children’s outdoor coloring and activity book, Rain Outdoors Into the Wild, Rain hopes to spark children around the country’s interest in the outdoors, hunting and fishing. Rain and Jason’s adventures are documented on their Instagram, Facebook, TikTok and YouTube.

“We’re trying to build an outdoors legacy that will last beyond our lives and this is just the beginning of that journey,” said Rain Williams.

This Savage Journeys episode debuted on the Savage Arms website and through its social channels on June 28. For more information about Savage Arms and Savage Journeys, visit savagearms.com.

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Tomahawk Performance Partners With 911 Supply For Canadian Distribution

Thursday, June 27th, 2024

Nashville, Tennessee – June 2024 — Tomahawk Performance is excited to announce the expansion of its distribution network to Canada through a partnership with 911 Supply.

“Ensuring hard-working first responders, law enforcement, and military personnel have the right equipment to do their job and get home safe is a priority we share with 911 Supply, so we’re proud to partner with them in offering technical apparel to enhance performance when it’s most needed and ensure Canadian professionals and enthusiasts alike are prepared to overcome whatever obstacles they encounter,” says Marc Elbaz, Tomahawk Performance CEO.

911 Supply has built a strong reputation in the Canadian market by offering an extensive range of tactical and duty gear from leading brands. Their expertise and customer-centric approach make them a trusted source for professionals in law enforcement, military, and outdoor pursuits.

Partnering with 911 Supply allows Tomahawk Performance to deliver layering systems to individuals and departments throughout Canada.

Tomahawk Performance designs technical apparel and gear to maximize mobility and enhance performance during the mission. For more information, please contact the Tomahawk Performance team. To explore the range of gear available through 911 Supply, please visit their website.

contact@tomahawkperformance.com

sales@911supply.ca

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Chemring Appoints Former Meggitt CEO as Chairman-Designate

Tuesday, June 25th, 2024

Chemring is pleased to announce the appointment of Tony Wood as an independent non-executive director and Chairman-designate. He joins the Board with effect from 1 October 2024 and will succeed Carl-Peter Forster as Chairman of the Board on 1 December 2024, following Carl-Peter’s retirement on 30 November 2024.

Carl-Peter joined the Board of Chemring on 1 May 2016 and was appointed Chairman on 1 July 2016. Since then he has successfully led the Group through a period of significant transformation as we have built a stronger, higher-quality and more resilient business. The investments made in both culture and infrastructure position the Group well to capitalise on its many opportunities.

Tony is a member of the Board of Directors of Airbus SE, the CAC 40 aerospace and defence firm, and National Grid plc, an energy company operating in the UK and the US. From 2018-2022 he was Chief Executive of FTSE 100 Meggitt plc, where he led the operational and cultural transformation of the company. He brings to the Board significant engineering and sector experience having also been a Non-Executive Director and former President of ADS Group Limited, the trade association for the Aerospace, Defence, Security and Space sectors in the UK, from 2020-2023. Prior to joining Meggitt he spent 15 years at Rolls-Royce plc, latterly serving as President of Aerospace from 2013-2016.

Tony holds a degree in Engineering from the Open University in the UK and a Master of Business Administration from INSEAD in France. He is a Fellow of the Royal Aeronautical Society and a Fellow of the Association for Project Management.

Michael Ord, Chief Executive of Chemring, commented:

“On behalf of the Board I would like to thank Carl-Peter for his immeasurable guidance and commitment to Chemring over the past eight and a half years. He has led the Board through a period of significant transformation, and he leaves the Group in an excellent position to continue this success.

“We are delighted that Tony has agreed to succeed Carl-Peter as Chairman of Chemring. He joins at an extremely exciting point in Chemring’s development and his knowledge and understanding of the defence and aerospace sector will be invaluable. Tony is an extremely experienced individual with a strong business track record, and the Board believes that he is the right person to oversee the next stage of the Group’s development.”

Carl-Peter Forster, Chairman, said:

“I have greatly enjoyed my eight and a half years as Chairman of Chemring, during which time the Group successfully focused its operations within its core niche markets, re-entered the FTSE 250, steadily improved profitability and now has the ambition to achieve annual revenues of c.£1billion by 2030.

“The transformation of the Group could only have been achieved with the dedication and hard work of its management and employees. I am grateful for the many years of successfully working with the team at Chemring and I wish them all well in the future.”

Tony Wood added:

“I am very much looking forward to joining the Board of Chemring succeeding Carl-Peter as Chairman, and to working with the Board, Michael Ord and the leadership team to support the next exciting stage in the Company’s development.”

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Australia Deputy Prime Minister Visits DroneShield Facility

Monday, June 24th, 2024

DroneShield Ltd (ASX:DRO) (DroneShield or the Company) is pleased to advise that Hon Richard Marles, Deputy Prime Minister of Australia and Minister for Defence, has visited the new DroneShield Sydney facility in mid June.

DroneShield was included into the Australian Government’s Ukraine aid package in late 2023, contributing its rapidly deployable C-UAS sensors and effectors, and was approximately half of the total package amount at the time ($10m out of the $20m total). Its products are continued to be used on the frontlines in Ukraine to stop Russian drones, as well as a substantive number of other locations globally.

The Company has moved into the new and substantially enlarged premises earlier this year, with the facility currently hosting approximately 130 staff, including over 100 engineers, as well as operations, business and corporate teams. With a larger own manufacturing floor combined with growing outsourced manufacturing capacity, DroneShield has a current manufacturing capacity of approximately $400m per annum. All of DroneShield’s R&D and manufacturing is done in Australia.

Hon Richard Marles receiving a brief at the DroneShield facility

Hon Richard Marles, Deputy Prime Minister of Australia and Minister for Defence, commented: “DroneShield is an example of an Australian high-tech success story, with world-class cutting edge local R&D and manufacturing, and growing exports around the world, with focus on the US.”

Hon Richard Marles inside the DroneShield anechoic test chamber

Oleg Vornik, DroneShield CEO, commented: “Over the last 10 years, DroneShield has become a global leader in AI-powered C-UAS solutions. Critically in the current geopolitical environment, it is also a significant sovereign manufacturer. We are pleased to have had an opportunity to brief the Deputy Prime Minister on our operations, and look forward continuing to support Australia and its allies with our advanced technologies.”

Hon Richard Marles receiving product brief in the display area from DroneShield CTO Angus Bean

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SIG SAUER To Appeal Verdict

Monday, June 24th, 2024

NEWINGTON, N.H., (June 21, 2024) – SIG SAUER strongly disagrees with the verdict in the case of Lang v. Sig Sauer, Inc. and will be appealing the decision on multiple grounds.

SIG SAUER does not believe that Plaintiff has met his burden to prove the P320 model pistolwas designed defectively or negligently as claimed. There are no facts on the record to support that Mr. Lang’s discharge claim was the result of anything other than his own negligent handling causing him to pull the trigger on the P320 pistol. Plaintiff and both his experts testified that they do not know what pulled the trigger or how the trigger was pulled, and they did not attempt to conduct any testing to confirm how the trigger could have been pulled, other than by Mr. Lang’s own finger.

In this case, the plaintiff, Mr. Lang, initially admitted to the police that he accidentally discharged his gun while pulling it out of the holster, then later changed his story, stating that the firearm discharged without a trigger pull. However, the Plaintiff’s story notably changed again, after hiring trial experts who agreed that the SIG SAUER P320 could not discharge without the trigger being pulled.

The design of the SIG SAUER P320 model pistol is truly innovative and safe, with numerous related patents, including several relating to safetymechanisms. It is among the most tested, proven, and successful handguns in recent history, with versions being selected as the official sidearm of the U.S., Canadian, Australian, and Danish militaries, among many other military and law enforcement organizations worldwide. SIG SAUER is extremely proud of our long history of producing high-quality firearms and our unwavering dedication to safety.

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Silencer Central Sponsors DSC Foundation Annual Gala Dinner and Fundraiser

Sunday, June 23rd, 2024

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. – June 21, 2024 – Silencer Central, America’s largest silencer dealer, is proud to announce its role as the presenting sponsor for the upcoming Dallas Safari Club (DSC) Foundation annual Gala dinner and fundraiser. The event will take place on June 22, 2024, at the Sheraton Dallas Hotel, offering a night of celebration and support for DSC’s mission to ensure the conservation of wildlife.

Presented by Silencer Central, the event aims to reaffirm the shared passion and commitment to conservation while providing a platform to share captivating stories from member hunts. Attendees will have the opportunity to support the remarkable work of the DSC Foundation and its dedication to preserving wildlife and habitats for future generations.

The evening consists of two distinguished guest speakers: Robbie Kroger, Executive Director of Blood Origins, and Hans “Scruff” Vermaak, a renowned professional hunter. Their expertise and experiences will highlight the importance of responsible hunting and its impact on conservation efforts.

“We’re honored to once again stand alongside an amazing group of hunters and conservationists at this year’s DSCF Gala,” said Brandon Maddox, CEO of Silencer Central. “As the presenting sponsor, we hope to show attendees our continued support for hunting and conservation and how Silencer Central works to fulfill their initiative.”

The event will also feature live and silent auctions, offering attendees the chance to bid on exclusive items and experiences. Additionally, a variety of raffle packages will be available.

Beyond financial support, Silencer Central recognizes the significance of educating communities about the benefits of suppressors. By providing suppressors for fundraising purposes, Silencer Central aims to dispel misconceptions and foster a better understanding of the role suppressors play in enhancing firearm safety and protecting hunters and shooting enthusiasts.

The DSC Foundation annual Gala promises to be an unforgettable evening, uniting individuals who share a deep appreciation for wildlife conservation. Silencer Central is proud to continue supporting conservation and hunting safety.

With a legacy spanning over 18 years, Silencer Central emerged as a pioneer, offering customers a streamlined process for legally obtaining firearm sound suppressors. Today, this industry-leading company plays a vital role in the firearms industry, tirelessly advocating for silencer owners across the nation.

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