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Milrem Robotics Unveils Cutting-Edge 8×8 Robotic Combat Vehicle at IDEX 2025

Wednesday, February 12th, 2025

Milrem Robotics, the world’s leading robotics and autonomous systems developer, will launch its highly anticipated 8×8 Robotic Combat Vehicle (RCV) at IDEX 2025. Representing the pinnacle of next-generation hybrid unmanned ground vehicle (UGV) technology, the new HAVOC RCV is set to revolutionize modern combat operations.

“The HAVOC RCV has been engineered to deliver unparalleled agility and high-speed manoeuvrability, enabling commanders to project force effectively across extended distances,” said Kuldar Väärsi, CEO of Milrem Robotics. “Its robust design and advanced hybrid propulsion system allow for integrating large-calibre weaponry while maintaining precision and superior lethality on the battlefield. As a versatile and reliable force multiplier, this platform redefines operational effectiveness for today’s dynamic and complex combat scenarios.”

At the heart of HAVOC is an advanced hybrid electric powertrain, which ensures an extended operational range and near-silent movement capabilities. These features enhance stealth and make the vehicle adaptable for various mission requirements.

By sharing common subsystems with other Milrem Robotics platforms, such as the tracked RCV, HAVOC significantly reduces development, procurement, and maintenance costs, ensuring cost efficiency and streamlined logistics.

Weighing substantially less than conventional manned 8×8 vehicles, the RCV boasts superior off-road performance, making it highly effective in rugged terrains. Its cutting-edge electric driveline delivers instantaneous torque, enabling faster response times and enhanced mobility. Additionally, the vehicle’s pivot steering capabilities allow for a dramatically reduced turning radius, ensuring optimal manoeuvrability in environments ranging from open deserts and urban combat zones to high-altitude mountain passes.

The 8×8 RCV is designed with a baseline payload capacity of five tons, offering exceptional flexibility for integrating mission-specific payloads or weapon systems. Importantly, modifications within this payload limit do not compromise the vehicle’s performance, ensuring seamless adaptability to operational needs. Furthermore, it operates on a unified autonomy ecosystem that aligns with Milrem’s existing platforms, guaranteeing compatibility and scalability across a diverse range of autonomous solutions.

“With the launch of the HAVOC RCV, we are setting a new standard in unmanned ground combat systems,” said Henrik Kotkas, Chief Product Officer at Milrem Robotics. “This platform combines cutting-edge technology with practical design considerations to deliver unmatched operational capabilities. It exemplifies our commitment to innovation and meeting the evolving needs of modern armed forces.”

The debut of the HAVOC 8×8 Robotic Combat Vehicle at IDEX 2025 underscores Milrem Robotics’ position as a pioneer in autonomous military technology. As defence forces worldwide seek solutions to enhance operational efficiency and survivability, the 8×8 RCV emerges as a transformative asset capable of reshaping the future of ground combat operations.

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Meprolight Unveils MCO Sight and MVO Family of Variable Power Riflescopes, Enhancing Precision and Versatility in Combat Optics

Wednesday, February 12th, 2025

New Sights Offer Exceptional Performance Through Compact Design and Optical Precision

IDEX, 17 – 21 February 2025, Abi Dhabi, Booth # 02-A02

Enforce Tac, 24-26 February 2025, Nurmberg, Germany, Booth # 7A-520

IWA, 27 February – 2 March 2025, Nurmberg, Germany, Booth # 3A-308

Israel, February 11 , 2025 Meprolight (1990) Ltd., a member of the SK Group, founded by Mr. Samy Katsav, and a leading manufacturer of electro-optical systems, thermal and night vision equipment, as well as self-illuminated sights for military, law enforcement, and civilian applications, introduces two innovative optical sights designed to elevate operational effectiveness across diverse scenarios.

The MCO Meprolight Carbine Optic, a compact closed emitter optic for assault rifles, offers significant weight and size advantages. Engineered to meet the demands of rapid close-quarters engagements, it features a compact and lightweight design (5.23 cm x 5.8 cm x 4.05 cm and weighs only 151.7 grams). This closed emitter sight is particularly suited for assault rifles, offering a distinct advantage in size and weight, which is critical in variousscenarios. Its robust system ensures protection against sand, dust, and moisture, making it ideal for harsh environments. With 10 daylight and 2 night-vision brightness settings, the MCO adapts to various lighting conditions, providing flexibility for target acquisition in all circumstances. Powered by a long-lasting battery, the sight ensures extended operational readiness without the need for frequent replacements.

For mid-range engagements, the MVO 1-8X riflescope offers unparalleled versatility with seamless magnification transitions from 1x to 8x. A family of high-performance variable power riflescopes, the MVO 1-8X delivers outstanding optical clarity and precision across various magnification ranges. Designed formarksmen, and assault rifle operators, it provides exceptional optical performance, ensuring clear, distortion-free sight pictures even at long distances. The first focal plane reticle guarantees precise ranging and accurate holdovers at all magnification levels, which is crucial for long-range shooting. The optical continuity between 1x and 8x magnification ensures a high-quality visual experience, maintaining a clear, sharp sight picture for superior shooting accuracy.

“Meprolight continues to evolve in response to the changing needs of various forces,” said Golan Kalimi, SVP Marketing at Meprolight. “We are proud to develop sights that meet the diverse needs of operators in the field, offering precision and adaptability across different conditions. The MCO addresses the critical size and weight requirements for close-quarters operations.. The MVO 1-8X delivers exceptional performance and versatility for extended-range engagements. These sights ensure accuracy and effectiveness in the most demanding environments.”

www.meprolight.com

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UK Government Leaders Unveil Pincroft’s £1.5m Military Textile Printing Expansion

Tuesday, February 11th, 2025

(Adlington, United Kingdom): Global leader in military fabric printing, dyeing and finishing, Pincroft, has reinforced its position in camouflage fabric manufacturing with a £1.5 million investment in cutting-edge rotary printing technology. During a high-profile visit from UK government officials, the company also announced it has brought rotary laser engraving technology in-house, further strengthening its domestic capabilities in camouflage fabric production.

(L-R) John Vareldzis (CEO), Sir Lindsay Hoyle MP, Maria Eagle MP, Mike Collins (MD).

The event was attended by prominent figures including Sir Lindsay Hoyle MP, Speaker of the House of Commons and Member of Parliament for Chorley, Maria Eagle MP, Minister of State for Defence Procurement and Industry, and Pincroft’s CEO John Vareldzis, alongside Managing Director Mike Collins. In a symbolic moment marking the company’s military printing expansion, the officials cut the ribbon in front of a small group of directors and industry guests, underscoring the significance of UK-based expertise in military textiles. Discussions focused on the importance of reshoring camouflage fabric production, reinforcing national supply chains and the wider benefits for local employment.

Sir Lindsay Hoyle said: “This is a major investment creating high quality jobs, but most of all, producing the best camouflage in the world being printed here. We look forward to the United Kingdom wearing printed uniforms from Adlington.”

Maria Eagle MP added: “The impact of having the capability in the UK to make uniforms to these standards is quite clear. It means that you can keep the intellectual property of how you’re designing your uniforms local, instead of them being sent around the world. To have the capability to do that here is a very powerful sovereign strength.”

John Vareldzis commented: “The scale of today’s visit and the calibre of attendees demonstrate the strategic importance of this investment—to ourselves, the local area and the UK. With many decades of military printing experience, we now have one of the best rotary printing technologies available. This positions us to meet our customers’ evolving needs, explore new markets and offer greater versatility, including lighter fabrics.”

Mike Collins highlighted: “This investment presents a huge opportunity for growth. By adding this additional equipment, we have increased our annual capacity to over eight million metres, ensuring we are well-positioned to meet growing customer demand.”

Pincroft’s new investment includes a Rotascreen TG by Austrian manufacturer Zimmer, with 12 printheads and a magnet system to ensure greater precision, faster reorders and uniform coverage. To further enhance production, Pincroft has also brought screen-making in-house with the SPGPrints bestLEN direct rotary engraving system. This allows for greater flexibility, creativity and speed when producing new designs for customers – from concept to printed fabric.

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NorArm Tactical Now Offers Norwegian-Made Suppressors from A-TEC

Tuesday, February 11th, 2025

We are excited to announce that NorArm Tactical is now an official dealer for Norwegian made suppressors from A-TEC, a company renowned for their high quality products and the preferred choice for arms manufacturers such as Heckler & Koch.

We have added a small number of their suppressors on our webstore for now, but more will be added gradually and we are also able to get any A-TEC suppressor you may need on short notice if you reach out.

Important. Suppressors are only available for sale in Norway. For governmental law enforcement and military units outside Norway, please contact our Training Wing at training@norarm.com for inquiries regarding export.

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DEFILADE Protection Systems Introduces the CEW Testing Chamber

Monday, February 10th, 2025

DEFILADE Protection Systems has introduced the CEW Testing Chamber, a purpose-built solution designed to enhance the safety and efficiency of Conducted Energy Weapon (CEW) testing.

Developed to meet the needs of law enforcement agencies, the CEW Testing Chamber ensures a controlled environment for daily function tests, scheduled downloads, and safe observation of malfunctioning cartridges.

Key features include:

• Probe Containment – Probes from accidental discharge are captured and contained within the testing chamber.
• Noise Reduction – The chamber decreases decibel output by over 50%, reducing disruptions to other staff during scheduled downloads.
• Visual Arc Observation – The operator can visually see the arcing during testing without needing to look directly at the CEW, protecting the user.

The CEW Testing Chamber provides a safer and more controlled testing method while maintaining critical functionality assessments, it has been independently certified for Electrical Safety and Durability.

To learn more about the DEFILADE CEW Testing Chamber visit the DEFILADE Website at:

defiladeps.com/cew-testing-chamber

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Signature of MGCS Project Company Shareholder Agreement

Saturday, February 8th, 2025

Friday, January 24, 2025 – KNDS Deutschland, KNDS France, Rheinmetall Landsysteme and Thales signed the shareholder agreement for the “MGCS Project Company GmbH”, Cologne, on Thursday 23 January 2025 in Paris in the presence of the French Defense Minister Sébastien Lecornu and the German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius. MGCS, which stands for Main Ground Combat System, is a German-Franco armament program designed to replace the Leopard 2 and Leclerc main battle tanks with a cross-platform combat system by 2040.

The signing of the shareholder agreement marks an essential step in the forthcoming creation of the MGCS Project Company. After negotiating a contract with the Federal Office of Bundeswehr Equipment, Information Technology and In-Service Support (BAAINBw), acting on behalf of the two states through a German-Franco Combined Project Team (CPT), this project company will be responsible as the industrial prime contractor for the implementation of the next phase of the MGCS program. In particular, it will consolidate the concept and the main technological pillars of the system. The company will be equally owned by the parties, 25% each, with a national workshare of 50% Germany and 50% France, and will be based in Cologne, Germany.

The industrial partners in the MGCS program are delighted with this signature, which follows on from the impetus given by the French and German governments in the spring of 2024, with the signing of a Letter Of Intent (LOI).

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Extensive Follow-Up Procurement of IdZ-ES: Rheinmetall Receives Largest Framework Contract to Date for the Digitisation of Bundeswehr Infantry Forces – Soldier-Systems Worth Over €3bn

Friday, February 7th, 2025

Extensive follow-up procurement of IdZ-ES: Rheinmetall receives largest framework contract to date for the digitisation of Bundeswehr infantry forces – soldier-systems worth over €3bn

The Federal Office for Equipment, Information Technology and In-Service Support of the Bundeswehr (BAAINBw) has signed a framework contract with Rheinmetall Electronics GmbH for the follow-on procurement of soldier-systems ‘Infantry Soldier of the Future – Enhanced System’ (IdZ-ES). The framework contract, with a maximum gross volume of €3.1bn, will run until the end of 2030. Overall, the Bundeswehr can thus initiate the proportional regeneration as well as the manufacturing and delivery of up to 368 IdZ-ES platoon systems and various options for the procurement of additional components and services. A platoon is a military sub-unit.

The contract involves, firstly, upgrading the 68 IdZ-ES platoon systems currently in use within the Bundeswehr to a digital standard and, secondly, the firm order of a further 24 platoon systems including extensive peripherals. The firm order, worth around €417m gross, will be booked in the first quarter of 2025.

Signed on 6 February 2025, the contract is the largest ever for both Rheinmetall and the BAAINBw for the procurement of soldier-systems. These play an increasingly important role as a networked element of combat operations on the digital battlefield of the future.

A platoon system mainly comprises 34 individual soldier-systems and a platoon equipment of peripheral components, consisting of advanced IT-equipment, optics, optronics, as well as military clothing, protection and carrying equipment. As the general contractor, Rheinmetall is responsible for the system and is coordinating the performance of more than 30 subcontractors.

With the framework contract, the Bundeswehr is procuring a modernised design of the IdZ-ES, based on the IdZ-ES VJTF 2023 soldier-system of the Mechanised Infantry system that is already in use. The new ‘VJTF 2023 obsolescence-adjusted’ design status eliminates all technically obsolete components and implements communication and data exchange capabilities with the Boxer armoured transport vehicle and Puma infantry fighting vehicle platforms, as well as preparing it for the airborne platform. The revised basic hardware of the soldier-systems is also designed to connect to the ‘Digitisation of Land-Based Operations’ (D-LBO) information and communication network.

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Lindnerhof Kicks Off 2025 with New Tactical Gear

Wednesday, February 5th, 2025

LENGGRIES, GERMANY (03.02.2025)

Lindnerhof announces its first product launch of 2025, featuring a new range of tactical innovations designed to enhance performance and reliability in the most demanding operational environments. This release highlights Lindnerhof’s commitment to providing professionals with high-performance gear for mission success.

The new product lineup includes the 2L Hydration Pouch, a durable and compact solution for maintaining hydration during missions. Made from Cordura® fabric, the pouch integrates seamlessly with existing loadouts and features a top outlet for the drinking tube and a drain port to prevent waterlogging. The MOLLE/PALS webbing allows for easy attachment to plate carriers or backpacks, offering versatile storage options for hydration bladders.

Lindnerhof also introduces the Tourniquet Pouch (MX128), a secure, easily accessible storage solution for life-saving tourniquets. Crafted from tough, lightweight materials, the pouch is designed for rapid deployment and reliable attachment to MOLLE/PALS systems. It ensures that tourniquets remain firmly in place under challenging conditions, ready for quick use when every second counts.

To complement this, the Tourniquet Adapter (LT241) enhances the flexibility of tactical setups by providing a fast and secure method for attaching a tourniquet to a variety of configurations. Whether attached to a plate carrier or rig, the adapter ensures immediate access to critical gear during high-pressure situations.

The launch also includes the Hanger Double Magazine Pouch Horizontal (MX103), a versatile pouch designed to accommodate various magazine sizes, from slim AR15 mags to bulkier HK417 mags. Featuring elasticized sides and a removable Alpha Tab forenhanced grip, the pouch allows for quick access and easy integration into loadouts, expanding storage options when combined with other hook-and-loop pouches.

For organising smaller essentials, the Multi-Pouch Small Horizontal (PA566) offers a compact solution thatensures critical tools and accessories are readily accessible. Ideal for securing radios, multitools, or med kits, this pouch is designed for efficiency in fast-paced operations.

The Flashlight Pouch (PA248) provides secure storagefor a flashlight while ensuring it is always within reach when needed. Designed for use in low-light conditions or scenarios requiring precise visibility, this pouch features reliable closure systems for secure storage and rapid access.

Finally, the Universal Grenade Pouch (PA095/II) offers a durable, customisable solution for storing grenades while ensuring quick access for rapid deployment. Available in two sizes to accommodate different grenade diameters, the pouch features adjustable hook-and-loops surfaces and a robust buckle for secure closure, even when wearing gloves.

Lindnerhof’s first product launch of 2025 emphasises the brand’s commitment to providing innovative solutionsthat enhance operational efficiency, safety, and mission success. Each product is designed to meet the highest standards of functionality, ensuring it withstands the rigorous demands of modern tactical operations.

For more information on Lindnerhof’s latest productinnovations, please visit Lindnerhof’s website.

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