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Direct Action at Eurosatory 2026

Friday, June 12th, 2026

New product launches, live gear configuration presentations, and special guests from SFU GROM. Direct Action® invites you to visit its booth at Eurosatory 2026 in Paris.

Direct Action® will be present at Eurosatory 2026, taking place on June 15–19, 2026, in Paris, France. The brand willshowcase its latest solutions developed for special operations forces, military personnel, and law enforcement professionals operating in demanding environments.

Eurosatory is one of the world’s leading defense and security exhibitions, bringing together manufacturers, military representatives, and end users from across the globe. For Direct Action®, the event is an opportunity to meet professionals, exchange experience, and present gear developed around real operational requirements.

Experience Based Gear from Poland

Direct Action® is a Polish brand created by professionals for professionals. All equipment is designed and manufactured in Poland, with product development driven by the experienceand requirements of special operations personnel.

The Individual-as-a-System philosophy allows users to build complete equipment configurations tailored to a specific role, mission profile, and operational environment. Plate carriers, belts, pouches, panels, and accessories form a scalable ecosystem that adapts to mission requirements rather than forcing the user to adapt to the gear.

SFU GROM Veterans at the Booth

Visitors will have the opportunity to meet three veterans of Poland’s elite special operations unit SFU GROM: Grzegorz “Zwiru” Urbanski, Amadeusz “Zelazny” Szyszka, and special guest Ziemowit “Harnaz” Urbanowicz.

Ziemowit “Harnaz” Urbanowicz is the creator of the Urban Knife Fighting system. Drawing on years of operational experience and a deep interest in edged-weapon employment, he will share practical insights into close-quarters combat and operating in urban environments.

Zwiru will conduct live Direct Action® gear configuration presentations, demonstrating the logic behind building mission-specific setups for different operational roles and environments. Visitors will have the opportunity to ask questions, exchange experiences, and see the Individual-as-a-System philosophy applied in practice.

Zelazny will share firsthand experience from using Direct Action® equipment during real-world missions, where reliability, accessibility, and control are mission-critical.

New Products and Gear Configurations

At Eurosatory 2026, Direct Action® will present its latest products and solutions developed for modern military and special operations users. Visitors will be able to explore equipment configurations built around platforms such as Spitfire®, Spitfire® MK II, Spitfire® QR, Hellcat®, and Bearcat®, while discovering additional configuration options and system capabilities.

Equipment Ready for New Challenges

No Direct Action® exhibition would be complete without new products. This year’s showcase includes medical solutions, casualty evacuation equipment, new additions to the Vanguardapparel line, and modular accessories that further expand operator capabilities. Each product has been designed around practical requirements: rapid access, equipment control, mobility, and performance under load.

• Havoc Assault Medical Backpack – a compact medical backpack designed for SOF operators.
• Medic Front Pouch – a front-flap-mounted medical pouch providing rapid access to medical equipment without removing a backpack.
• Combat Stretcher Wrap – a compact carry solution for the Combat Stretcher, supporting casualty evacuation from buildings and confined spaces.
• Tubular Rescue Wrap – a universal carrier for rescue strapsup to 6.5 meters in length.
• Vanguard Softshell Jacket DA5 CS – a weather-resistant softshell featuring a hood, protective insert pockets, underarm ventilation, and unrestricted freedom of movement.
• Vanguard Windshirt Jacket DA4 CS – an ultra-lightweight, highly packable windshirt.
• Vanguard Waterproof Trousers DA6B CS – 3-layer waterproof trousers with a 25,000 mm waterproof rating, leg ventilation zippers, Cordura® 330D reinforcements, adjustable waist, and elastic suspenders.
• Vanguard Waterproof Jacket DA6 CS – a 3-layer waterproof jacket featuring 25,000 mm waterproofing, 15,000 g/m²/24 h breathability, and a cut optimized for use with a plate carrier.
• Vanguard Insulated Jacket DA3 CS – a Climashield® Apex insulated jacket designed to be worn over a plate carrier.
• Spitfire QR Plate Carrier – a plate carrier equipped with Duraflex® QRS quick-release buckles on both the shoulders and cummerbund.
• Knife Wing Attachment – a modular mounting platform for knives and other mission-essential equipment such as radios.

Event Information

Date: June 15–19, 2026
Booth: Hall 6, J25
Location: Paris, France

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Strong and Clear – Across all Domains: Rheinmetall Showcases its Capabilities as an All Domain Power House at Eurosatory 2026 – From Land to Space

Thursday, June 11th, 2026

Under the motto “Strong and Clear – Across all Domains”, Rheinmetall will showcase its comprehensive portfolio of integrated capabilities for the multidimensional operations of the future at the Eurosatory 2026 trade fair. The leading systems provider will present solutions for networked effect generation across the land, air, sea and space domains, as well as the cyber and information domains.

Modern conflict scenarios require the seamless integration of actors, sensors, effectors, platforms and command and control capabilities. Rheinmetall pursues a holistic approach that combines digital networking, artificial intelligence, unmanned systems and classic core military capabilities into a resilient overall system. The aim is to achieve information and operational superiority in highly dynamic operational scenarios. To this end, Rheinmetall combines state-of-the-art sensor technology, digital command and control capabilities and scalable effectors along the entire chain of effects – from space-based reconnaissance to precision strikes on the battlefield.

Rheinmetall will be presenting a selection of its systems and capabilities for cross-domain operations at this year’s Eurosatory trade fair, taking place from 15 to 19 June 2026 in Paris. The event will feature numerous premieres:

Containerized Missile Launcher (CLM): The modular multiple launcher for the FV-014 Loitering Munition System is part of Rheinmetall’s integrated reconnaissance and strike system. We would be delighted to invite you to the world premiere on 15 June 2026 at 4.15 pm at our stand F115/F116.

Lynx KF41 armoured reconnaissance vehicle with Counter-UAS kit: The latest version of the Lynx KF41 contributes to battlefield transparency through its capabilities for Intelligence, Surveillance, Target Acquisition and Reconnaissance (ISTAR) missions. The new Counter Unmanned Aerial Systems kit enables the Lynx KF41 to detect and counter drones at an early stage

155 mm L60 gun system, which is suitable for both wheeled and tracked self propelled howitzers and offers firing at long ranges.

MK35-E, a 35mm automatic cannon for infantry fighting vehicles and numerous other applications.

LongClaw, a next-generation lightweight glide bomb designed specifically for deployment by drones.

HX81 Heavy Equipment Transport: In collaboration with Nooteboom, the Rheinmetall Group offers a heavy-duty transporter for combat vehicles.

TG-Protected, a protected logistics truck of the TGS-Mil 8×8 type based on a commercially available platform.

Caracal 6×6 air assault vehicle: Developed in close collaboration with Mercedes-Benz and MAGNA I, the CARACAL 6×6 extends the proven W464 chassis with a third axle and a modular flatbed concept.

Komodo Unmanned Breaching System (UBS): The Komodo UBS unmanned breaching system combines Rheinmetall’s extensive expertise in engineering with DOK.ING’s proven unmanned platform technologies and Pearson Engineering’s highly specialised clearance capabilities.

Hermelin cUAS drone defence system, a modular hybrid platform that combines a reduced signature, long operational ranges and flexible mission adaptation in a future-oriented integrated system (manned-unmanned teaming) for the digitalised battlefield;

Kraken K3 Scout: With the Unmanned Surface Vessel (USV) produced in series at Blohm+Voss, Rheinmetall, together with its British joint venture partner Kraken Technology, offers an unmanned surface platform for military and civilian applications.

Other Rheinmetall highlights at Eurosatory 2026 include:

Digitalisation and networking to achieve information superiority and ensure a highly efficient, rapid and simplified closure of the ODA loop. Rapid command and control processes, supported by digitalisation and artificial intelligence, enable a swift and appropriate response to any threat;

Lynx KF41 Skyranger 30, the modern anti-aircraft system with a 30mm machine cannon on tracks;

Fuchs JAGM, the next-generation missile tank destroyer for engaging ground and air targets. It is the world’s first vehicle equipped with 24 vertically launched guided missiles (AGM-179 Joint Air-to-Ground Missile or AGM-114L Hellfire Longbow from Lockheed Martin);

Destinus RUTA Block 2, a modern cruise missile for deep-strike capabilities, which is to be produced in Unterlüß in collaboration with Destinus, starting later this year;

Ragnarok Mortar Mission Module, a 120mm mortar system that can be integrated into numerous platforms and offers ‘shoot and scoop’ capabilities;

UGV Mission Master family: as part of the accompanying live demonstrations, the new and improved Mission Master SP2 and the Mission Master CXT2 will demonstrate their versatile capabilities in combat support and protection;

Tactical HX Truck Family, serving as the logistical backbone of NATO and its allies, or as a key capability provider for tactical applications, as well as supporting mast-mounted reconnaissance and communication tasks

Furthermore, at our stand we will be providing information on our activities in the field of ammunition expertise, logistical services in theatres of operation and on the home front, as well as our comprehensive protection expertise – ranging from passive armour to the Strike Shield active hard-kill system. We look forward to welcoming you to our stand F115/F116 in the outdoor area!

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INVISIO Introduces Enhanced Drone Awareness Capability at Eurosatory 2026

Thursday, June 11th, 2026

Communications technology leader for mission?critical environments INVISIO is announcing a new capability in its INVISIO T30 headset that enhances the ability for users on the ground to identify drones earlier, without requiring any extra equipment. It allows personnel to keep their hands and eyes free to take counter measures, potentially saving lives and reducing injuries.

INVISIO Drone Aware™ provides an additional mode to the INVISIO T30 headset that enhances the user’s ability to hear the acoustic sound emitted by multi-rotor drones. This allows earlier awareness compared to listening with the ‘naked ear’. INVISIO Drone Aware™ is expected to be released in Q3 2026.

The announcement is significant given the ongoing impact of drones in the field, with UK Ministry of Defence saying that in Ukraine “drones now kill more people than traditional artillery”[1].

The INVISIO Drone Aware™ mode adds to the capabilities of the T30, which offers unlimited versatility in the field with zero compromise to sound quality, hearing protection and situational awareness. The T30 headset delivers market-leading hearing protection of 31 dB SNR / 33 dB NRSA20, combining passive hearing protection with active noise reduction (ANR), all while maintaining full situational awareness.

The headset connects to INVISIO control units as well as the specially designed INVISIO P30, a versatile Push-to-Talk (PTT). T30 also offers versatile power modes, operating as a standalone headset through AA batteries as well as being powered directly from radios and through control units including the V50 Gen II, V60 Gen II and P30. The headset can also be connected to digital devices such as smartphones and laptops.

INVISIO Drone Aware™ integrates directly into the headset, eliminating the need for extra equipment, allowing users to keep their hands and eyes free for effective counteraction. In addition, by simply adding a new situational awareness mode to a system the operator already knows, no extra training is required. As a passive system, it also ensures no RF emission – a must in the field.

INVISIO Drone Aware’s effectiveness in enhancing hearing and potential awareness of drones makes it potentially life-saving for users in Special Operations and other dismounted military.

Jonathan Wassberg, Product Manager of Headsets at INVISIO, said: “Becoming aware of a drone as early as possible is extremely important. Every second matters and every second gained increases the ability to better deploy counter measures for the exposure.”

“While different technologies are available for drone detection, including radar, optic and RF, the use of acoustic enhancement in the T30 headset is practical and effective, providing enhanced situational awareness for the drone threat and ensuring the end user has their hands and eyes free to counter such an attack.”

For more information about INVISIO Drone Aware™ and the T30 headset, visit the INVISIO booth (Hall 5A – C128) at Eurosatory, June 15–19 in Paris, or explore Invisio.com, or contact your local INVISIO representative.

[1] Source: www.gov.uk/government/news/major-5-billion-technology-investment-accelerates-uk-defence-innovation-in-a-european-first

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Ops-Core, a Gentex Corporation Brand, Secures $16M Order Supporting Canadian Army Soldier Systems Program

Thursday, June 11th, 2026

CARBONDALE, PA – Gentex Corporation, under its Ops-Core® brand, today announced a $16 million order in support of the Canadian Army’s Directorate of Soldier Systems Program Management.

The order includes delivery of AMP® Communication Headsets equipped with the AMP Rail Mount Kit with Vent Mode, Near-Field Magnetic Induction (NFMI) Earplugs, U94 Push-To-Talk (PTT) units, and AMP U174 Downleads, providing a fully integrated, mission-adaptable hearing protection and communications solution.

This award comes shortly after the January debut of the AMP Rail Mount Kit with Vent Mode at SHOT Show. Developed directly in response to end-user feedback, Vent Mode allows the earcups to shift slightly off the ears to improve airflow and mitigate heat buildup while maintaining effective communications and hearing protection when used with NFMI. The rapid adoption of this newly introduced capability highlights strong international demand and validates Gentex’s user-driven approach to innovation.

“Our allies continue investing in capabilities that improve soldier survivability and mission performance,” said Tom Short, Senior Vice President of Global Defense at Gentex Corporation. “The AMP Communication Headset delivers advanced hearing protection, exceptional situational awareness, and the modular adaptability required for modern operations. We’re proud to support the Canadian Army.”

Engineered for today’s dynamic operational environments, the AMP Communication System provides:

Advanced hearing protection against impulse and steady-state noise
Enhanced situational awareness through optimized audio clarity
Seamless integration with existing communications systems
Modular adaptability for mounted, dismounted, and specialized operations

By combining proven hearing protection with mission-configurable communications capability, the system supports the Canadian Army’s efforts to modernize soldier equipment and improve performance across operational environments.

This award expands the deployment of Ops-Core communication and hearing protection systems across NATO and allied forces, underscoring the growing demand for integrated solutions that enhance soldier survivability, situational awareness, and mission effectiveness in today’s complex operational environments.

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Rheinmetall ICEYE Space Solutions Unites Germany’s NewSpace Capabilities for Sovereign Reconnaissance from Space

Wednesday, June 10th, 2026

Berlin, 10 June 2026 – Rheinmetall and ICEYE are establishing new space-based reconnaissance capabilities for Germany through their joint venture, Rheinmetall ICEYE Space Solutions GmbH. Initial partners are the leading German NewSpace companies Reflex Aerospace, OroraTech, ConstellR and LiveEO.

Modern conflicts are decided by how quickly critical data becomes available. Space-based reconnaissance, AI-enabled processing and rapid target acquisition are no longer future capabilities – they define operational reality today. Strategic autonomy in space has become an immediate operational requirement: the ability to collect, process and act on sovereign intelligence independently and at scale is a prerequisite for credible and cutting-edge defence.

“The challenge is not access to data, but connecting existing capabilities in a way that enables operational decision-making across domains. Germany already has the technological building blocks for sovereign space-based reconnaissance. Rheinmetall ICEYE Space Solutions integrates them into a single operational architecture,” said Armin Papperger, CEO of Rheinmetall.

“Europe’s security depends on what Europe can see. We have already proven that a sovereign space system can be operational within twelve months. Now Rheinmetall ICEYE Space Solutions builds on this foundation by connecting Germany’s leading NewSpace capabilities in an open architecture. This is how Europe creates true strategic autonomy from space,” said Rafa? Modrzewski, Co-Founder and CEO of ICEYE.

Rheinmetall ICEYE Space Solutions integrates, for the first time, key capabilities of the German NewSpace and defence ecosystem into a unified, end-to-end architecture for space-based Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR).

This partnership therefore unlocks a unique multi-modal Earth observation capability today. Rheinmetall ICEYE Space Solutions acts as a catalyst for the German space innovation ecosystem, transforming state-of-the-art capabilities into a functioning, integrated system. By integrating sensors, analytics, command support and operational effects across the domains of space, air, land, sea and cyber, space-based reconnaissance is made usable where decisions are taken.

The approach deliberately follows an open architecture. The objective is not to create isolated entities, but to build an open, resilient, expandable and long-term sovereign ISR platform. The partnership lays the foundation for scalable, long-term security and defence capabilities in Germany and Europe.

Further information on Rheinmetall ICEYE Space Solutions GmbH can be found here (press release from November 2025 on the establishment of the joint venture):

www.rheinmetall.com/en/media/news-watch/news/2025/11/2025-11-07-space-based-reconnaissance-from-the-lower-rhine-region

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New Leadership of Technology Systems Division at Rohde & Schwarz

Monday, June 8th, 2026

On July 1, 2026, Hansjörg Herrbold and Andreas Hägele will take over as Executive Vice Presidents Technology Systems at Rohde & Schwarz. They follow Dr. Luis Alejandro Orellano, who will leave the company on June 30 at his own request. The decision to establish a dual leadership position is a logical next step to align the division even more consistently with customers and markets.

Munich, June 5, 2026 — Rohde & Schwarz relies on two experienced, entrepreneurial managers with a strategic vision. Hansjörg Herrbold and Andreas Hägele will strategically divide responsibility for the different topics of the Technology Systems Division.

Herrbold has more than 20 years of experience in defense at Rohde & Schwarz, providing comprehensive knowledge of customers and their requirements. Among other things, he led the naval communications segment on a long-term growth path. Most recently, he headed the Information and Business Technology Division and was a member of the group’s Corporate Management in this role.

Hägele has extensive expertise in critical infrastructure and physical security. In his five years with Rohde & Schwarz, he has established the Microwave Imaging business unit and particularly led the R&S QPS security scanner to success. More than 2,000 scanners are now used at airports around the world to ensure secure, convenient passenger screening. Prior to that, he worked at a digital security company, where he was managing director and was responsible for several hundred million euros in revenue.

In their new position, Hansjörg Herrbold and Andreas Hägele will remain or become members of the Corporate Management of Rohde & Schwarz.

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Mehler Protection to Showcase Body and Platform Protection Solutions at Eurosatory 2026

Monday, June 8th, 2026

FULDA, KÖNIGSLUTTER, GERMANY (05 June 2026)

Mehler Protection, part of Mehler Systems and a leading provider of ballistic body and platform protection solutions, will present its latest developments at Eurosatory 2026, taking place from 15–19 June in Paris.

Visitors can meet the team in Hall 5B, Stand C220, where Mehler Protection will showcase a broad portfolio of protection solutions ranging from advanced platform armour systems to personal protection equipment. With Eurosatory serving as one of the defence industry’s most important meeting points, the brand will place particular emphasis on its platform armour capabilities, highlighting solutions designed to enhance vehicle survivability and occupant protection.

Among the key exhibits will be SCILT, Mehler Protection’s close-range Counter-UAS system designed to protect vehicles against FPV drones, loitering munitions, and other small aerial threats approaching from short distances and low angles. Developed as a dedicated last layer of vehicle protection, SCILT addresses a growing capability gap between conventional air-defence systems and passive armour solutions.

In addition, visitors will gain an early insight into a new protected mobility concept developed in cooperation with a major European vehicle manufacturer. The project highlights the flexibility of Mehler Protection’s M-RACC protection architecture and its ability to support a broad range of operational requirements while maintaining a strong focus on occupant protection, operational flexibility, and mission effectiveness. Further details regarding the project will be announced before Eurosatory.

Alongside its platform protection portfolio, Mehler Protection will present a comprehensive range of personal protection systems for military and law enforcement applications.

Among the highlights will be the latest generation of the ExoM Exoskeleton, a passive load-bearing system designed to reduce operator burden while improving mobility under heavy loads. Visitors will also be able to explore the full M.U.S.T. configuration, a modular protection system that can be scaled according to mission requirements.

Additional exhibits will include the MOBAST protective vest system developed for the German Armed Forces, covert and overt body armour systems, military waistcoats, plate carriers, soft- and hard-ballistic protection solutions, ballistic helmets, and shields.

Eurosatory remains one of the world’s leading defence and security exhibitions, bringing together armed forces, procurement authorities, industry representatives, and technology providers from around the globe.

Learn more about Mehler Protection: mehler-protection.com

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Major Historic International Contract for Rheinmetall: Romania Orders Lynx Combat Vehicles, Vessels and Air Defence Systems Worth a Total of €5.7 billion

Thursday, June 4th, 2026

Rheinmetall has secured the largest international contract package in the company’s recent history. Romania has now commissioned the Düsseldorf-based technology group to carry out extensive defence projects.

The contract package was awarded on 29 May 2026 by the Directorate General for Armaments and falls under the European Union’s Security Action for Europe (SAFE) programme. The contracts for the manufacture of combat vehicles, air defence systems, ammunition and ammunition components and naval vessels have a total value of €5.7 billion. The relevant contracts have now been signed. To fulfil the orders, Rheinmetall will significantly expand its existing capacities in Romania, which have been in place for many years, and will also ensure technology transfer. A large proportion of the value added will be generated in this NATO and EU member state. Deliveries are scheduled to begin 2028 and be completed by 2030.

The defence projects now commissioned include:

• 298 Lynx vehicles, a latest-generation family of combat vehicles. The majority will be armoured personnel carriers, along with reconnaissance, command post and medical variants;
• Skyranger air defence systems, also based on the Lynx. Until these are introduced, Rheinmetall will keep the Gepard anti-aircraft gun armoured vehicles currently in use operational;
• medium-calibre ammunition for air defence and armoured personnel carriers;
• two offshore patrol vessels;
• two diver support vessels. All vessels are based on the proven design of the new Naval Systems segment.

Rheinmetall is set to invest several hundred million euros in Romania, with a significant proportion of the value added being generated in this NATO and EU member state on the Alliance’s eastern flank. The project is expected to create thousands of new jobs. Over 200 subcontractors will be integrated into the supply network.
Romania is already one of Rheinmetall’s home markets. Its subsidiary Rheinmetall Automecanica, based in Medias, has been active there for many years. The major contracts now awarded will also be carried out at other sites.

Mihai Jurca, Head of the Prime Minister’s Office and Coordinator of the inter-institutional working group on the implementation of the SAFE Plan, said: “The contract concluded between the Romanian authorities and Rheinmetall represents not only an opportunity to modernise Romania’s defence capabilities, but also an important step towards revitalising the national defence industry, as over 50% of production will take place in Romania or in collaboration with local companies. It marks the beginning of a new phase of industrial development that has the potential to become a key driver of Romania’s economic growth and the integration of local industry into the European ecosystem over the next decade.”

“This is a significant success for us. We are grateful for the trust that Romania has placed in us regarding the equipping and modernisation of its armed forces,” said Armin Papperger, CEO of Rheinmetall AG. “Together with our Romanian partners, we will establish a far-reaching defence ecosystem here. This also confirms our ambition to further expand our role as one of the industrial pillars of European security.”

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