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Royal Canadian Navy Awards Tulmar Safety Systems Contract to Support ‘Hammerhead’ Tactical Life Preserver Units

Wednesday, December 16th, 2020

Tulmar Safety Systems is pleased to announce the award of contract W8482-218402/A by the Canadian Department of National Defence to support the Tulmar ‘Hammerhead’ Tactical Life Preserver Units (TLPU) in-service with the Royal Canadian Navy (RCN).  Tulmar’s ‘Hammerhead’ TLPU is used by the RCN’s Naval Tactical Operations Group (NTOG) whose teams on Canadian warships provide boarding parties for maritime interdiction operations.  During these operations, NTOG team members are exposed to significant risk of falling overboard and are able to rely on the proven performance of the Hammerhead TLPU.  When failure is not an option, Tulmar answers the call:  Engineered for Protection.

www.tulmar.com

Brigantes Presents – Montane Tactical Website Launch

Wednesday, December 16th, 2020

Montane, one of the UK’s leading outdoor clothing brands, launched the Montane Tactical Website.

The Montane Tactical Range has been developed using the latest advances in technology and textiles. The high-quality clothing offers maximum mobility, breathability, and durability.

Whether the operator is wading through swamps and marshland, scaling mountain ranges or working in desert conditions, Montane Tactical apparel will keep the wearer operationally ready and comfortable.

With continuous R&D this initial range has been focused for use on long range light role operations. The range is also available in “Dark Shadow” for Police/Security/CP personnel.

Brigantes have worked closely with military specialists to produce advanced operational clothing underpinned with the technical European outdoor fit, award-winning design features and prestige of Montane’s products.

The close working relationship these two companies have shared over the years, has greatly benefitted those units who have adopted Montane Tactical as their issue kit already.

The dedication of Brigantes to bring Montane Tactical to the military user has resulted in Brigantes becoming the Global Licensee of Montane Tactical, providing further opportunities for the growth and development of the Montane Tactical brand. An exciting time for Montane Tactical and for Brigantes.

For the website tactical.montane.com

For more information on procurement contact:

tribe@brigantes.com or

international@brigantes.com

New Digital Communication for the Dutch Military

Wednesday, December 16th, 2020

According to the Dutch Ministry of Defence, they have signed a contract with the Israeli firm Elbit for the PNR-1000 E-LynX Soldier Radio for use by combat arms Soldiers for Squad and Platoon communications. They also purchased the Raptor tablet for digital data sharing by commanders.

These purchases were made as part of the VOSS project (Improved Operational Soldier System). Director of Projects at the Defense Materiel Organization Commander Dick Kreiter commented that the Dutch armed forces will soon be among the front runners within NATO when it comes to communications.

Canada Fields C20 Sniper Rifle

Tuesday, December 15th, 2020

Manufactured by Colt Canada, the new C20 weapon is the Intermediate Sniper Weapon for CAF sniper teams.

It features Colt Canada’s Modular Railed Rifle (MRR-L) Integrated Upper Receiver.

The C20 achieved an average of .66 MOA over 144 five round groups, collected throughout endurance testing. All groups were shot first round cold with suppressor, using 175gr Federal Gold Medal Match ammunition.

Final deliveries are expected in early 2021.

New Cap Badge for UK Special Forces Communicators

Tuesday, December 15th, 2020

According to the latest issue of the Royal Signals magazine, “The Wire” the new SFC cap badge was endorsed on 18 Aug 20 and was marked by a small ceremony in the church on Stirling Lines by the Unit Padre, with the Master of Signals Lieutenant General Nick Pope KCB CBE and HQ 1 (UK) Signal Brigade Commander Brigadier John Collyer in attendance.

Male members of all the Royal Navy, Royal Marines, British Army and the Royal Air Force are eligible to become Special Forces Communicators. They, along with Royal Signals soldiers in trade, are assigned to Hereford based 18 (UKSF) Signal Regiment and provide close support to the SAS, the SBS and the SRR.

The Regiments consists of:

• SBS Signal Squadron

• 264 (SAS) Signal Squadron

• 267 (SRR) Signal Squadron

• 268 (UKSF) Signal Squadron

• 63 (UKSF) Signal Squadron

18 (UKSF) Signal Regiment fulfils several roles:

•Provides highly secure communications for UKSF operations

•Provides electronic warfare and signals intelligence for special forces operations

•Intercepts and monitors enemy communications at short range in difficult circumstances for strategic purposes

Assessment, Selection and Training is quite comprehensive. Candidates must successfully complete a five day Briefing Course. Next, is an optional SFC Preparation Course.

The Special Forces Communicator Course itself consists of six phases:

• Technical Trade Assessment (one week)

• General Support Comms (six weeks)

• Physical Aptitude (five weeks)

• Close Support Comms (five weeks)

• Conduct After Capture (two weeks)

• Military Training (three weeks)

• SF Parachute Training (three weeks)

Candidates must also complete SERE training.

Once qualified, SFCs are eligible for specialty pays.

Canada Awards Standing Offers to Polaris for Off-Road Vehicles

Monday, December 14th, 2020

ATVs, RANGER UTVs and Snowmobiles Available Direct and at a Discount

Minneapolis – December 14, 2020 – Polaris has been awarded three national master standing offers (NMSOs) from Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) to sell snowmobiles, all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) and utility side-by-side vehicles. Canadian federal government departments, agencies or Crown corporations as well as identified Municipal, Academic Institutions, Schools and Hospital Sectors (MASH) all have access to repeatedly purchase these Polaris off-road vehicles at pre-negotiated prices, terms and conditions as needed. Winnipeg-based Polaris Industries LTD, a subsidiary of global powersports leader Polaris Inc. (NYSE: PII), won the competitive tenders and will support the vehicles with warranty and service work leveraging identified, in-country dealers.

Polaris off-road vehicles available on the one-year NMSO contracts – RANGER utility vehicles, Sportsman ATVs and snowmobiles – augment current vehicle fleets and maximize productivity. These vehicles can access off-road locations where cars, trucks or vans cannot operate. They also are a budget-friendly alternative to full-size vehicles, as are the maintenance, parts, and repair costs. In addition to vehicles Polaris will provide vehicle accessories, such as cabs, heaters, special lighting, snow tracks and snow blades, horns and winches. With factory-certified dealers strategically located in Canada, Polaris offers convenient service options throughout the country.

RANGER Utility Side-by-Side Vehicles

NMSO #E60HS-20UTVS. Polaris RANGER utility side-by-side vehicles are capable, comfortable and durable to meet the job demands of Canadian government departments and agencies. A full cab with heat to help conquer the elements and extremes throughout Canada.

Sportsman All-Terrain Vehicles

NMSO #E60HS-20ATVS. Best-in-class four-wheelers, the Polaris Sportsman ATVs provide control and comfort in off-road environments. Independent rear suspension, stability and control, class-leading clearance and tire size, on-demand all-wheel drive, in-line shifting and single-lever braking deliver handling, performance and reliability.

Polaris Snowmobiles

NMSO #E60HS-20SNOW. Polaris snowmobiles are purpose-built for performance on and off the trail. They expand a team’s reach with unprecedented mobility, performance and versatility in a variety of harsh winter conditions.

Several agencies in Canada already procure vehicles direct from Polaris; and the Canadian Army and Canadian Special Operations Forces have Polaris MRZR light tactical vehicles and DAGOR combat vehicles.

Polaris is a unique vehicle supplier that harnesses its more than 65-year legacy of mobility leadership, rich heritage of innovation, and vast commercial enterprise resources, along with a team of dedicated government and technology experts and operators to deliver the products that customers need to get their jobs done. This winning combination of Polaris performance, procurement simplicity, premium service, training, support, and sustainment results in a best value for government customers.

DroneShield and Squarehead Partner in the C-UAS Space

Friday, December 11th, 2020

DroneShield Ltd’s (ASX:DRO or DRO.AU) (“DroneShield”), a pioneer and global leader in the C-UAS sector, and Squarehead, a Norwegian-based acoustic array technology company, have entered into a partnership in the C-UAS space.


DroneShield’s DroneSentryTM multi-sensor C-UAS system with integrated Squarehead Discovair G2TM acoustic direction finding sensors

Going forward, DroneShield will be offering an integrated system for C-UAS detection and mitigation, with DroneShield’s radiofrequency, radar and camera-based UAS detection and electronic warfare UAS defeat products integrated with Squarehead’s Discovair G2TM direction-finding acoustic system, within DroneSentry-C2TM airspace awareness, command-and-control and reporting software. This product integration of the two companies’ offerings has been completed, and the combined solution is available to customers at present. The combined system is presently undergoing test evaluation schedule with the U.S. Department of Defense.

Squarehead CEO Stig Nyvold said: “We are pleased to enter into the partnership with DroneShield in the rapidly emerging C-UAS space. C-UAS security and airspace awareness is becoming an increasing problem for  wide range of military and civilian customers, and we expect our capability to detect any drone in the near field to provide a great added layer in DroneShield’s solution.”

Oleg Vornik, DroneShield’s CEO, added: “This partnership combines DroneShield best-in-class C-UAS sensors and effectors with Squarehead’s expertise in the acoustic domain. The combined system is already being evaluated by the US military, and we look forward to rolling this out globally, with an extensive schedule in front of us over next several months, including Europe and the US.”

São Paulo Brazil Awards B&T USA Contract for APC40 PRO Models

Friday, December 11th, 2020

Tampa, FL(December 11, 2020)– B&T USA is proud to announce the São Paulo Brazil Military Police purchased the B&T APC40 PRO platform. These compact weapon systems are chambered in the .40 S&W, allowing cartridge commonality between the divisions recently procured Glock service pistol and its new sub machine gun.  

“After enduring a rigorous and thorough selection process, B&T is pleased that our APC40 PRO model has been chosen by the officers of the São Paulo Military Police,” stated Jon Scott, Vice President of Sales, B&T USA. “This contract also marks the company’s first exportation of US-produced APC40 models, built right here in Tampa, Florida — which, in and of itself, is very exciting for us.”

In addition to B&T’s APC40 PRO models, the São Paulo Military Police will also receive US-produced B&T tri-lug SMG suppressors, unique B&T 30-round Glock magazines and Vicker’s Tactical VCAS two-point adjustable slings with U-Loop attachments by Blue Force Gear.