Heckler & Koch is exhibiting the HK G39 in 7.62 x 35mm (300 BLK) which is based on the 437 platform. It features a 9″ barrel, but 7″ barrels are also available.
The carbine was adopted last year by the German Kommando Spezialkräfte (KSK).
The carbine has an adjustable gasblock is outfitted with an A-TEC A-FLOW suppressor.
New for 2025 is the Lowa Zicon GTX Mid.
The Zicon is made from a full grain leather upper with a GORE-TEX liner and a double injection mid-sole paired with Lowa’s COVERT outsole which is slip, oil, and fuel resistant. Additionally, the sole is resistant to electrostatic discharge.
A metal free construction the Zicon features closed loops, two zone lacing, and a lace pocket at the tongue.
Eldridge, Iowa – February 23, 2025 – LMT Defense, in partnership with SWISSLOXX AG, is proud to announce the award of a significant contract to supply small arms to the Swiss Armed Forces. The contract, for rifles in various calibers, will primarily focus on the 5.56 x 45 NATO caliber, type classified as the Sturmgewehr 25. This prestigious award underscores both companies’ dedication to delivering precision, reliability, and innovation to one of the world’s most demanding military organizations.
Meeting the Swiss Standard of Excellence
The Swiss Armed Forces are renowned for their rigorous procurement processes, reflecting the nation’s unwavering commitment to quality and precision. LMT Defense and SWISSLOXX AG were selected based on the exceptional performance, durability, and accuracy of their proposed small arms, a testament to the companies’ shared commitment to exceeding the highest defense requirements.
Innovation and Performance in Every Detail
LMT Defense and SWISSLOXX AG continually push the boundaries of small arms technology. Their weapons are:
Engineered for Precision: Optimized components ensure consistent accuracy and performance.
Built for Durability: Proven to withstand harsh conditions and rigorous testing.
Designed for Reliability: Innovative features minimize malfunction risks and maximize mission readiness.
A Partnership for the Future of Defense
“We are honored to support the Swiss Armed Forces with our advanced small arms solutions,” said Karl Lewis, President of LMT Defense. “This contract reflects our commitment to quality and innovation and strengthens our successful partnership with SWISSLOXX AG.”
FULDA, GERMANY (24.02.2025)
Mehler Protection proudly unveils the Hybrid Waistcoat (HYVE), a cutting-edge personal protection solution designed to meet the dynamic needs of law enforcement and security personnel. Combining a tailored waistcoatwith a fully compatible plate carrier, the HYVE provides an adaptable and efficient approach to tactical protection.
This innovative system seamlessly integrates a soft ballistic waistcoat with a detachable plate carrier, enabling users to independently enhance their level of protection based on situational demands. With its thoughtful design, the HYVE allows for quick adjustments during critical operations without compromising functionality or mobility.
The waistcoat offers personalised protection through a custom fit, ensuring maximum comfort and ease ofmovement for individual users. The detachable plate carrier, designed to accommodate ballistic plates at thefront and back, is a one-size-fits-all solution that can be shared among team members, making it a resource-efficient option. Importantly, the plate carrier can be added or removed in seconds, even under high-pressure conditions, without the need to adjust or remove the waistcoat itself.
Pockets and equipment remain accessible in their original positions throughout operations, ensuring uninterrupted usability. This intuitive and ergonomic design allows personnel to respond effectively in both standard and high-risk scenarios, enhancing their operational readiness and confidence.
The HYVE reflects Mehler Protection’s commitment to delivering advanced, flexible, and practical solutions for those working in demanding environments. It sets a new benchmark in modern tactical equipment, combining efficiency with user-centric design to address the uniquechallenges of today’s operational landscapes.
For more details about the HYVE and Mehler Protection’s advanced protective solutions, please visit here.
The United Kingdom’s Ministry of Defence (MoD) has announced its intention to award contract Colt Canada with a contract for the supply of C8 rifle spares and accessories, according to a tender notice published on 19 February 2025. The contract will run for an initial two-year period, with options to extend for a further three years. The contract covers essential components for the C8 rifle platform, a widely used firearm among UK specialist military units.
According to the MoD, the contract will “provide C8 Rifle Spares and Accessories for a period of 2 years with 3 option years”, ensuring continued support and maintenance of these critical weapons. The contract is expected to run from 8 August 2025 to 7 August 2027, with potential extensions based on operational requirements. The MoD has confirmed that the contract will be awarded without prior publication of a competitive tender, citing technical reasons under Regulation 16(1)(a)(ii) of the Defence and Security Public Contracts Regulations (DSPCR) 2011. The justification states:
“It is considered that the award of the contract without prior publication of a contract notice in the UK e-notification service (as required by the relevant legislation) is lawful in accordance with Regulation 16(1)(a)(ii) of the DSPCR 2011 for technical reasons.”
The MoD argues that Colt Canada Corporation is the only supplier capable of fulfilling this requirement, due to its “significant niche expertise, technical ‘know-how’ and acquired specific experience to source quality spares and manage the supply chain / delivery process.”
The Colt Canada C8 is designated as the L119A1/A2 in British service, is primarily used by the United Kingdom Special Forces (UKSF) and certain specialised units which include:
Special Air Service
Special Boat Service
Special Reconnaissance Regiment (SRR)
Special Forces Support Group (SFSG)
Pathfinder Platoon (16 Air Assault Brigade)
43 Commando Royal Marines
Royal Military Police Close Protection Unit
The Colt Canada L119/A2 gained fame through media coverage of the rapid tactical response conducted by SAS operator Christian Craighead during the 2019 Al Shabab terror attack in Nairobi Kenya. Craighead worked with local Kenyan forces to engage Al Shabab terrorists and rescue hostages being held in the DusitD2 hotel complex, earning him the nickname ‘Obi Wan Nairobi’ and reinforcing the solid reputation of Colt Canada’s C8 as being the carbine of choice for some of the world’s most prestigious Tier 1 SOF units.
Oberkochen, Germany, 17. February 2025 – Sensor solutions provider HENSOLDT has been awarded a contract by the Federal Office of Bundeswehr Equipment, Information Technology and In-Service Support (BAAINBw) to develop an innovative capability demonstrator for optical detection. The product, called ODAEON, is designed to revolutionise the capability for automated reconnaissance of enemy optical systems on the battlefield and will be developed in cooperation with BAAINBw.
The design phase of the project has already begun, after the first customer acceptance (concept review) was successfully completed in December 2024. The contract, which runs until the end of 2026, is worth 17.6 million euros.
The aim of the development is a demonstrator at technology readiness level six (TRL6), which is to be tested by BAAINBw from 2026. The innovative solution enables real-time detection, reporting and display of optical reconnaissance systems, such as enemy drones and optical target acquisition systems, to the crew. This represents a decisive time advantage.
ODAEON is based on the proven technology of the MUSS Jammer Head 2 (MJ2). The next step in the development of this advanced technology will be to enable the detection and analysis of enemy optics. Further protective functions, such as jamming and dazzling, can be added in subsequent development stages. Jamming interferes with electro-optical systems by means of targeted interference signals, while dazzling oversaturates optical systems such as cameras and target acquisition devices with strong light pulses. Both methods increase the protection of vehicles by effectively impairing enemy reconnaissance and target acquisition.
Multi-sensor approach: integration into existing systems
As a multi-sensor system, the series version of ODAEON will feature interfaces to existing systems and further sensory means to reduce possible false alarms. In a further step, the fusion of ODAEON and MUSS technologies is planned to ensure comprehensive protection. HENSOLDT is thus pursuing the strategic goal of consistently combining reconnaissance, situational awareness and self-protection in order to offer the user highly integrated systems with the corresponding added value.
“With ODAEON, we are responding to a central requirement of modern battlefields: The ability to detect threats from enemy optical systems at an early stage and to protect combat vehicle crews in real time using automated warning systems,” explains Dr. Oliver Rudow, Head of the “Survivability” product line at HENSOLDT. “This is a further step in equipping our armed forces with innovative technologies that not only increase their effectiveness but also improve their safety.”
Well known for their innovation in materials and design, Tilak makes outdoor, military and high end street wear (think cyber punk).
This year at Enforce Tac they are debuting the Malibu, their Lightweight Combat Shirt, and by lightweight, I mean lightweight. Developed in conjunction with their National SF unit, it is made from Polartec Powder Dry and a Lightweight Softshell shoulder and yoke, neither of which holds perspiration or water.
Feature driven, it sports a Roman collar, a long hem to stay tucked in and flat seams for comfort, an integrated pocket on each sleeve with a pass through flap and Velcro panel.
Available in Small – XXLarge in MultiCam, Black, and Khaki.
Heckler & Koch is exhibiting Valhalla’s Remote Controlled Weapons Stations. H&K needs no introduction, but Valhalla is a Slovenian company which was founded eight years ago.
At Enforce Tac, they are featuring the LOKI, a lightweight RCWS which is intended for belt-fed small arms like the H&K 421 in 7.62mm NATO, along with the MIDGUARD 40 which is paired with H&K’s 40mm Grenade Machine Gun. Likewise, the MIDGUARD will accept other larger caliber weapons.
Both systems incorporate gyre-stabilized EO/IR sights and laser range finders as well as shoot-on-the-move capability.
The MIDGUARD 40 / GMG combo offers C-UAS functionality when using ABM ammo and has a software feature which automatically tracks FPV drones, offering appropriate lead.
