Since the 1969s Savotta has supported the Finnish Defence Forces with kit.
They’ve just released a load carriage system which they are calling their Belt Kit.
A traditional, belt and harness based system, it offers several different options. The belt and harness options can be combined with their ever-expanding line of pouches as well as belt pads.
www.savotta.fi/collections/new-arrivals
The Field Shirt is layer 4 of the Varusteleka Clothing System. Considered their Field Layer, its combines Finnish heritage with modern touches.
Features:
Sharp-looking collar and shoulder straps
Canadian buttons with proper buttonstrap stitching – they don’t come off easily!
Zippered sleeve pocket on the left sleeve
Pen pocket for three pens on the right sleeve
Place for your name tag on the chest
Place for your other patches on the left sleeve pocket
Sleeve tabs – you can button up rolled-up sleeves
Diamond gussets in the armpits for increased mobility in the shoulders
Offered in Khaki, Ranger Green, and Finnish M05 Woodland in sizes XSmall – 2XLarge with some Long lengths.
The solid colors are made from Merino Wool Cordura while the M05 version uses a 88% cotton and 12% polyamide ripstop blend.
The field shirts are sewn in Latvia by manufacturer Sia GPT.
www.varusteleka.com/en/product/varusteleka-l4-field-shirt/78563
SERT Secures Contract for HALO / HAHO Parachute Systems for Indonesia’s KOPASSUS (Army Special Operations)
Date: June 2nd, 2025
SERT is proud to announce that it has been awarded a contract to supply HALO/HAHO parachute systems for Indonesia’s KOPASSUS (Army Special Operations Command). The contract covers Complete Parachute Solutions’ (CPS) Military Silhouette Series, marking a significant upgrade to the operational free-fall program for the tip of the spear of Indonesia’s military.
This partnership underscores SERT’s continued commitment to delivering state-of-the-art solutions to military and law enforcement agencies across Southeast Asia. The award follows a comprehensive evaluation process that began in December 2024, made possible through the close collaboration and unwavering support of our trusted partner, Complete Parachute Solutions.
The timing aligns perfectly with SERT’s presence at Indo Defence 2025, taking place June 11–14 in Jakarta, Indonesia. Visit us at Booth A025-B, where we will be showcasing the parachute system along with related accessories—including a new military parachuting oxygen system.
SAN DIEGO – 09 June 2025 – The United Kingdom’s Ministry of Defence has signed a support and sustainment contract with General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) for logistics and maintenance of the Protector RG Mk1 Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) system. The contract — known as the UK Protector Availability and Support Solution or UK PASS — will provide ongoing support for the new Protector RPA systems supplied by GA-ASI and now being operated by the UK’s Royal Air Force (RAF). The Protector RPA is based on GA-ASI’s MQ-9B SkyGuardian®.
UK PASS is a Direct Commercial Sale contract and includes support for the Protector program’s RPA, the Certifiable Ground Control Stations and the Synthetic Training Systems.
“This contract marks an essential milestone in the fielding of the Protector RPA system for the RAF,” said Chris Dusseault, Vice President of MQ-9B in Europe. “With the UK PASS contract in place, we can now transition from the test and development phase of the program to training the RAF flight crews for operations.”
UK PASS is part of GA-ASI’s SkyGuardian Global Support Solutions (SGSS), which provides support for the entire MQ-9B customer base. SGSS is a shared Contractor Logistics Support (CLS) model, with resources such as labor, material, and overhead for maintenance, supply management, and other support functions required to sustain the RPA system, pooled together for use by the entire customer base. This approach provides efficiencies and a lower cost for customers.
“The awarding of the PASS contract marks three years of intensive work between GA-ASI and UK MOD multidisciplinary teams to turn a concept in to a reality. This has generated a first-in class sustainment solution for the Royal Air Force Protector fleet, that exploits contractor owned inventory from a global common spares pool. This contract differs from a traditional spares and repairs contract, achieving economies of scale via a multi-customer common operating model,” said Group Captain Rich Cameron – Uncrewed Air System 3 Team Leader.
GA-ASI’s MQ-9B is the world’s most advanced RPA system, delivering exceptionally long endurance and range. MQ-9B includes the SkyGuardian and SeaGuardian® models, with multiple deliveries made to the U.K.’s Royal Air Force (Protector), as well as orders from Canada, Poland, the Japan Coast Guard, the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force, Taiwan, India, and the U.S. Air Force in support of the Special Operations Command. MQ-9B has also supported various U.S. Navy exercises, including Northern Edge, Integrated Battle Problem, and Group Sail.
Kitefin XE, developed for the National Security community, is ready to provide cutting-edge wireless security for government, defence and a range of other sectors.
10th June 2025, Edinburgh, UK – pureLiFi has announced the release of its latest LiFi system, Kitefin XE, designed to protect networks in an era marked by growing security threats. This cutting-edge wireless technology, first released exclusively within the National Security community, is now available to a wider spectrum of sectors, from government and defence to enterprise customers and beyond.
Guaranteeing data security has become an increasingly complex task for both governmental bodies and private businesses. The Kitefin XE system is founded on technology crafted for the National Security community and has demonstrated its reliability in the most secure settings where communication privacy is paramount. Customers have reported that Kitefin XE allows them to introduce wireless capabilities where previously not possible, improving mission viability and success.
This revolutionary system allows for high-speed wireless internet connectivity through Invisible Light rather than Radio Frequencies (RF) used in traditional wireless technologies such as WiFi and Cellular. LiFi provides a revolutionary level of security unmatched by RF technologies as it is not susceptible to detection, interception and jamming. LiFi also offers massive capacity that outperforms WiFi in real-world environments, and its low latency capabilities offer a better user experience.
Alistair Banham, CEO of pureLiFi, stated, “Securing sensitive data, whether it’s critical to national security, protecting intellectual property, and company data is becoming increasingly challenging for both governments and enterprises. Kitefin XE will enable wireless communication in previously impossible scenarios and revolutionise the way companies deploy connectivity, providing confidence and protection in this evolving security landscape.”
pureLiFi is part of In-Q-Tel’s (IQT) portfolio, the not-for-profit strategic investor for the U.S. national security community and its allies.
Clayton Williams, Managing Director of IQT, remarked, “IQT is excited to support the broader launch of Kitefin XE. This innovation has the potential to transform how our partners approach wireless connectivity—and help enterprises stay secure in today’s complex cybersecurity landscape.”
Kitefin XE is the latest in a series of Kitefin systems developed for government and defence that aims to save missions and lives. Kitefin Tactical and Kitefin Office were deployed with the US Army in the first-ever large-scale deployment of LiFi. Building on their predecessors’ success, Kitefin XE offers room-filling LiFi coverage of over 80 Sq. Metres and provides Gbps capacity, making it the highest-performing LiFi system available on the market for government and defence which complies with IEEE 802.11bb standard. All pureLiFi systems are based on IEEE 802.11 protocols, making them the simplest LiFi systems to integrate into existing networks. Kitefin XE is also available for both ethernet and fibre deployments.
With Kitefin XE, pureLiFi sets a new standard in secure, high-capacity wireless communication technology, paving the way for a future where data security is uncompromised.
For information about Kitefin XE visit the pureLiFi website.
Milrem Robotics, the world’s leading developer of robotics and autonomous systems, will exhibit its THeMIS Combat unmanned ground vehicle (UGV) integrated with Valhalla’s LOKI Remote Controlled Weapon Station (RCWS) at Indo Defence 2025 in Jakarta, Indonesia. The cost-efficient version on display has additional cargo space to meet end-users’ needs.
The THeMIS Combat is designed to support military operations in high-threat environments by enabling remote threat identification and engagement before human forces are exposed. As part of the Forward Line of Robotics, it plays a critical role in neutralising key enemy assets and generating operational momentum that ground forces can capitalise on with reduced risk and casualties.
“Integrating robotic systems into combat formations allows military units to enhance their operational effectiveness significantly,” said Patrick Shepherd, Chief Sales Officer at Milrem Robotics. “Unmanned systems like the THeMIS Combat extend the reach and capability of existing units, enabling them to achieve more with fewer resources and greater protection.”
Equipped with the LOKI RCWS, the system combines precise firepower with tactical versatility. LOKI supports weapon calibres ranging from 5.56 mm to 12.7 mm and can effectively engage targets at distances of up to 2000 metres. In addition to its firepower capabilities, LOKI can also operate in a counter-unmanned aerial systems (CUAS) role, thereby expanding the platform’s mission profile. Its compact form factor, along with the THeMIS UGV’s high payload capacity, allows for the integration of additional mission equipment and supplies, alleviating the logistical and cognitive burden on dismounted troops.
Together, the THeMIS Combat and LOKI RCWS demonstrate the operational advantages of unmanned systems in enhancing force protection, extending battlefield reach, and increasing mission effectiveness in complex environments.
The system will be on display at Stand 351 in Hall B.
KOMENDA, SLOVENIA (05.06.2025)
UF PRO, part of Mehler Systems and a leading provider of advanced tactical clothing, has introduced the Waist/Flex Belt—a new accessory engineered to work seamlessly with the brand’s compatible pants.
Designed with end-user comfort and operational practicality in mind, the Waist/Flex Belt enhances overallfit, stability, and compatibility with holsters and over-belts.
The Waist/Flex Belt securely holds UF PRO pants in place while allowing for flexible movement and breathability in the lower back area. Its soft, flat buckle and side reinforcements make it well-suited for users who require reliable gear integration without unnecessary bulk or discomfort.
A key feature is the adjustable stiffness: users can remove the side reinforcements when flexibility is preferred or leave them in place when extra support is needed. The belt also functions as an under-belt, providing a non-intrusive foundation beneath an over-belt or load-bearing gear.
Compatible exclusively with select UF PRO pants—such as the P-40 Urban Gen.2 Pants, P-40 Blu-Flex Jeans, P-40 Ranger Shorts, Striker X Gen.2 Combat Pants, and Striker TT Combat Pants—the Waist/Flex Belt ensures a tailored fit through UF PRO’s Waist/Flex system. The design supports long-wear use and adaptability in high-mobility scenarios.
For more product details and availability, visit: ufpro.com/accessories/waist-flex-belt
As an internal R&D project, Logistik Unicorp has developed an extreme cold weather mitten which combines traditional materials with new high tech features. Designed to protect the wearer to -50°C and beyond, they are worn as part of a handwear system.
I bought up with the design team at last week’s CANSEC in Ottawa. The team explained that after having evaluated numerous materials, they found that beaver pelts are the optimal material for this application. They looked at several animal hides, including seal, but nothing held up to the Arctic temperatures quite like beaver pelts. In fact, the skins add Canadian content to the system, the pelts harvested and prepared by First Nation craftsmen.
While First Nation tribes live in the far north, they concentrate on survival, avoiding raising a sweat as much as possible. A Soldier on the other hand, isn’t going to be able to avoid moving and other hard work that causes sweat. Beaver not only insulates, but it is inherently waterproof. What’s more, it is extremely comfortable meaning you can use it to warm your face and if you wipe a runny nose, the frozen mucus just slides away, with no build up.
Although the beaver is combined with a Cordura shell and synthetic insulation, the team continues to consider other sustainable materials such as salmon skin, although there are currently challenges to keeping the material supple in such extreme conditions.
According to Logitik Unicorp designers, you might yet see salmon skin integrated into future iterations if they can get the material processing down to meet the challenge.
Editors Note: First paragraph updated to remove reference to DND Operational Clothing contract and clarify that the mittens are being developed in-house.
