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Creomagic to Introduce CREOHUB: The Fortress of Network Connectivity for Tactical Units

Friday, February 23rd, 2024

Secure, Personal Radio Solution for Mission-Critical ApplicationsEnforce Tac, Germany, February 26-28, Hall 7A Booth 338e

Ness Ziona, Israel – February 22, 2024 – Creomagic Ltd., a global leader in Wireless Communication Solutions to showcase CreoHub —an advanced personal radio device that acts as a fortress of connectivity engineered to support secure, immune, and intelligent communication for tactical units engaged in modern warfare and complex security operations. CreoHub unique capabilities address the critical challenges of spectrum scarcity, electronic warfare, and seamless integration of autonomous systems within tactical frameworks. Creomagic will showcase CreoHub at Enforce Tac, Nurnberg, Germany, 26-28 February 2024.

In the rapidly evolving arenas of combat and security, the need for a resilient communication system to counter emerging threats has become increasingly crucial.

CreoHub is a field-proven radio device for modern military operations ensuring uninterrupted, high-throughput wireless coverage for multidomain operations across land, air, and sea. CreoHub advanced radio capabilities establish secure and resilient networks ensuring robust connectivity even in the most contested and challenging environments.

“CreoHub encapsulates our vision for a seamless, secure, and intelligent communication ecosystem, specifically designed to meet the rigorous demands of tactical units,” remarks Alex Shapochnik, Creomagic Co-Founder and CEO. “It represents our relentless
pursuit of innovation, providing tactical teams with a decisive edge in operational areas.”

Equipped with cutting-edge antennas technology, Cognitive-Radio methodologies, and powered by Artificial Intelligence, CreoHub secures a dominant position in the field by ensuring uninterrupted connectivity and high data transfer rates under any condition.

Its advanced waveform technology and adaptive networks are tailored to maintain operational continuity and resilience, proving indispensable for mission success.

Operational feedback from tactical experts underscores CreoHub’s critical role in transforming tactical communication landscapes, presenting a new era of mission efficiency and security.

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Revolutionary technology from Carinthia: Loftshell

Friday, February 23rd, 2024

The latest achievement from Carinthia’s innovation lab is Loftshell® technology.

Loftshell® stands for ground-breaking moisture management and unbeatable comfort. The Loftshell® series comprises three new models that stand for outstanding comfort and versatility. The premiere of Loftshell® will take place at the beginning of March 2024 at the IWA in Nuremberg.

Loftshell® – innovation and functionality

Loftshell® combines a flexible outer shell with a functional comfort layer. The ultra- light G-LOFT® Climate Lining effectively transports moisture to the outside so that no unpleasant moisture develops on the skin, even during high levels of activity. This innovative material composition guarantees 100% comfort in a wide range of uses and temperatures.

Loftshell® products

The Loftshell® Climate series combines high-quality merino wool, our G-LOFT® Climate Lining and a low-noise outer fabric to ensure efficient moisture transport. This “Every Day Carry” jacket consists of a highly breathable, comfortable 4-way stretch outer material, the G-LOFT® Climate Lining and an extremely comfortable merino wool inner material. This unique combination makes it exceptionally comfortable to wear.

The Loftshell® Climate offers both water and wind-repellent properties without the need for a membrane. Thanks to its wide temperature range, this outdoor jacket offers a wide range of uses. The jacket impresses with its low-noise properties and has four pockets, two inner mesh pockets and an integrated hood. The design is clear and simple.

The Loftshell® Hydro is an innovative, low-noise outdoor jacket. The G-LOFT® Climate Lining absorbs moisture and releases it efficiently to the outside through the membrane, creating a pleasantly dry feeling on the skin. Inside, the Loftshell® Hydro is equipped with G-LOFT® Climate Lining and an extremely thin ultra inner fabric. Its special construction includes an outer fabric with an integrated membrane and fully taped seams – guaranteed waterproof and windproof. The jacket has three pockets and two inner mesh pockets. The Loftshell® Climate is also available as a waistcoat (Loftshell® Climate Vest).

The Carinthia Loftshell® product series will be presented at the IWA in Nuremberg (29 February – 3 March). Pre-orders will be possible from the beginning of May at www.carinthia.eu for all those who want to secure their Loftshell® jacket early enough. The products will be officially available from September.

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New LEMO Product Family Portfolio Simplifies Selection Process

Thursday, February 22nd, 2024

Ecublens, Switzerland, January 2024 – LEMO, a leading manufacturer of high-performance interconnect solutions, is thrilled to announce the launch of its enhanced product family portfolio aimed at simplifying the selection process for customers.

With a commitment to offering over 90,000 custom solutions tailored to meet specific requirements, LEMO continuously expands its product offerings to meet evolving market demands.

Designed to streamline the presentation of LEMO’s extensive range of solutions, the new product family portfolio highlights core series organized into six distinct families based on shared functionality and specific market applications.

“We used basically two concepts: the first one was really to focus on the series that sell most; the second was to regroup those series that share similar features and that share similar needs in the market” explained Wim Vanheertum, Head of Product Marketing.

The six product families include:

• ORIGINALS: Configurable solutions tailored to individual needs.

• REDEL: Medical preferred solutions designed for reliability and performance.

• OPTIMA: Optimized solutions engineered for efficiency.

• SUPREME: Extreme solutions built to withstand harsh environments.

• SPECIALTIES: Specialized solutions catering to unique requirements.

• CABLE SOLUTIONS: Unique cable solutions offering comprehensive connectivity.

This classification system enables customers to swiftly identify the most suitable series for their applications, ensuring a seamless selection process.

In addition to the product families, LEMO emphasizes its commitment to providing customized and comprehensive connectivity solutions through a range of complementary services.

Embrace the future of connectivity with LEMO, where innovation converges with precision, and customer success remains the top priority.

For more information, please visit our website: Solutions | LEMO Connectors and cables

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NANUK Embraces Recycled Materials to Launch The NANUK-R Collection, a Range of Sustainable High-End Protective Cases

Thursday, February 22nd, 2024

By reducing the demand for virgin resins, the collection minimizes the strain on our planet’s resources and supports the circular economy, making NANUK the first brand to offer high-end hardcases made of post-consumer recycled resin.

Terrebonne, Quebec, February 15th, 2024 – NANUK, a Canadian brand known for manufacturing high-performance protective cases supplied to over 50 countries, announces the NANUK-R Collection, a new eco-friendly line of protective cases made from over 80% post-consumer recycled resin. Combining innovation with environmental responsibility, this product range maintains the durability, reliability, and functionality that NANUK is recognized for.

The NANUK-R Collection was designed with the purpose of tackling the pressing environmental issues faced today. More than 3 million tonnes of plastic waste are discarded each year, but only a mere 9% of it is recycled. The remaining waste ends up in landfills, waste-to-energy facilities, or surrounding areas. The Collection makes a tangible impact on environmental pollution by utilizing engineered post-consumer recycled materials that reduce virgin resin demand. Like all NANUK products, the NANUK-R Collection offers a lifetime warranty that further perpetuates product longevity.

“Our commitment to sustainability is not just a corporate responsibility; it’s a moral imperative,” said José Chagnon, President & CEO at NANUK. “This high-quality product range is a testament to our company’s dedication to reducing waste and fostering a more responsible approach to equipment protection.”

The NANUK-R Collection features an integrated soft grip ergonomic handle, an automatic pressure release valve and an exclusive locking and unique latching system for strengthened security. This makes the cases an ideal and robust choice for transporting and safeguarding valuable personal and professional equipment such as batteries, lenses, cameras, microphone systems, small pistols, medical devices, first aid kits, emergency gear, and sensitive instruments.

“We are confident that our customers across military, law enforcement, medical and industrial safety trades will welcome this timely and significant introduction to post-consumer, military-certified cases,” added Philippe Koyess, VP of Innovation & Product Development. “By choosing our sustainable cases made with recycled thermoplastic resin, our customers become a part of the solution without compromising their structurally sound, wear-resistant, and impact-resistant characteristics.”

The NANUK-R Collection is now available on the company’s website, marking a meaningful milestone in the company’s journey toward an eco-friendly future. For more information, please visit NANUK.com or contact Charles Benoit.

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Agilite to Reveal New Products at Enforce Tac 2024

Wednesday, February 21st, 2024

Agilite will be exhibiting and showing off its brand new 2024 products at Enforce Tac 2024 in Nuremberg, Germany, Feb 26th-28th in association with MSS Defence. To request a meeting with the Agilite Team contact josh.s@agilitegear.com

www.AgiliteGear.com

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General Atomics Expands International Collaborations and Partnerships with Japan in Critical and Emerging Technologies

Tuesday, February 20th, 2024

SAN DIEGO – 19 February 2024 – General Atomics, a defense and diversified technologies company with affiliates operating on five continents, is expanding its collaborations and partnerships across Japan with new investments in the nuclear energy and rare earth elements sectors.

Numerous teaming arrangements are in the late stages of discussion and are set to be announced in early 2024. These partnerships will complement the company’s existing relationships as a long-term partner collaborating with Japanese industry and government agencies.

“General Atomics is committed to collaborating with its Japanese partners to advance the development of cutting-edge technologies in the maritime security, nuclear energy, and rare earth elements sectors,” said Dr. Vivek Lall, chief executive at General Atomics Global Corporation. “Building on a legacy of successful collaborations, we have held a series of strategic engagements with government officials, industry leaders, and research institutions in Japan. These engagements have laid the foundation for future partnerships aimed at advancing the development of critical and emerging technologies.”

In 2023, Japan’s Kyoto Fusioneering announced an agreement with GA to supply two advanced gyrotrons to the U.S. Department of Energy’s DIII-D National Fusion Facility in San Diego, Calif.

Currently, the Japan Coast Guard (JCG) and Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) are testing and deploying the MQ-9B SeaGuardian® Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) built by General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI). SeaGuardian is a long-endurance maritime surveillance aircraft that can be used for a variety of missions, including search and rescue, disaster response, and maritime law enforcement.

GA-ASI’s MQ-9B aircraft is revolutionizing the global RPA systems market by providing true all-weather capability and full compliance with STANAG-4671 (NATO UAS airworthiness standard). This feature, along with GA-ASI’s operationally proven collision avoidance radar, enables flexible operations in civil airspace.

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Joint Venture with Ukrainian Partner: Rheinmetall to Produce Artillery Ammunition in Ukraine

Monday, February 19th, 2024

Rheinmetall, Europe’s largest ammunition maker, plans to open a new plant in Ukraine. Rheinmetall and a Ukrainian partner company have signed a memorandum of understanding to set up a joint venture which in future will produce ammunition in Ukraine. The MoU was signed in the presence of Alexander Kamyshin, the Ukrainian Minister for Strategic Industries, during the Munich Security Conference.

The “Ukrainian Competence Center for Ammunition” is to produce a six-digit number of 155mm calibre bullets per year in the future, including the corresponding propelling charges. To achieve this, the partners plan to build and jointly operate a new production facility. Rheinmetall will have a 51 percent stake in the new company, with the remaining 49 percent share held by the Ukrainian partner.

Just the other day, on 12 February, Chancellor Scholz took part in the ground-breaking ceremony for a new plant at Unterlüß in Lower Saxony which, along with explosives and rocket artillery components, will also produce artillery ammunition starting in 2025.

“Demand for ammunition in many countries is enormous – first and foremost in Ukraine, of course. Our intention of establishing another joint venture underscores our support for Ukraine. This joint venture will make a vital contribution to the country’s ability to defend itself – and thus to the security of all Europe”, declares Armin Papperger, chairman of the executive board of Rheinmetall AG.

As Mr Papperger puts it, “We want to be an effective partner of Ukraine, to help rebuild the country’s once powerful defence industry, and to assure Ukrainian autonomy in ammunition production. Already today, we are Kyiv’s most important defence industry partner. We are currently processing several billion euros worth of projects on behalf of Ukraine, with more almost daily.”

Rheinmetall is not only the world’s largest producer of artillery ammunition and a defence technology leader. It also has the expertise needed to plan, build and operate facilities for producing ammunition.

In October 2023 Rheinmetall AG and Ukraine’s state-owned enterprise Ukrainian Defense Industry JSC (UDI, the former Ukroboronprom) established a first joint venture in Kyiv – Rheinmetall Ukrainian Defense Industry LLC. In a first step, the company will maintain and repair combat vehicles; later, armored vehicles will also be built in Ukraine.

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Swapping Skills and Patches at the Panzer Shooting Range

Monday, February 19th, 2024

STUTTGART, Germany – Ten soldiers from the German military, the Bundeswehr, earned U.S. Army Marksmanship Qualification Badges at Panzer Kaserne in Böblingen Oct. 18, while strengthening German-American friendship.

After a three-year hiatus caused by the pandemic, the USAG Stuttgart Headquarters and Headquarters Company (HHC) was finally able to host German Soldiers at the Panzer shooting range again, allowing them to earn the American marksmanship badges.

Capt. Andrew Horn, who assumed command of the HHC in early 2023, expressed satisfaction in hosting the Bundeswehr personnel and enabling their increased understanding of American weaponry.

“When we have these events, it keeps communication between us open, and therefore the friendship keeps going,” said Horn.

Following a round of practice shots, the invited German soldiers got the green light to demonstrate their shooting skills. Three Bundeswehr soldiers scored a perfect 40, earning the highly coveted ‘expert’ badge and the admiration of their colleagues.

Events like these provide opportunities for soldiers on both sides to bond, swap stories, and learn about each other’s cultures and military life. They sometimes include the chance to exchange keepsakes such as badges worn on their arms to symbolize their regiment or corps.

Sergeant Erik one of the Bundeswehr soldiers who scored a perfect 40, was eager to swap some of his patches for American ones. “It’s always fun to exchange badges. I love hearing the story behind them. I have some that have already caught my eye, and I hope to exchange them for some of mine,” he said.

Hauptfeldwebel (Sgt. 1st Class) Michel, who previously shot with American soldiers, always welcomes participation in these types of events.

“Days like these are always special as it’s like being together with brothers, and it increases the teamwork amongst ourselves,” Michel said.

These events are not only for bonding, but also serve practical purposes. “It’s helpful in case there is a real-world scenario, and we’d have to consider each other’s capabilities,” explained Horn. “We are familiar with it since we’ve already seen and practiced with each other’s equipment before.”

After a long and exhausting day, everyone gathered for a typical American barbecue, closing out with hamburgers and new patches from their counterparts.

Per Bundeswehr policy, German soldiers are identified only by rank and first name.

By BALMINA SEHRA

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