New from Watershed is the Raiding Craft Bow Bag. Designed to be clipped into place in the bow of a rubber raiding craft, this generous storage bag is completely waterproof and uses a YKK Aquaseal zipper. Additionally, there is a MOLLE field to attach other gear and the bag features an oral inflation valve.
Specs:
9000 cu in
147 L
36″ tapers to 14″
18″ Height
27″ Length
P/N 12490-YA
Wing has outfitted one their rubber raiding craft with the bow bag and you can see it in action during SOF Week.
The Defense Innovation Unit has released a solicitation for the Combat Autonomous Maritime Platform (CAMP), seeking commercially available, demonstration-ready uncrewed systems that address these limitations, offering a scalable and cost-effective solution for long-range, high-capacity payload deployment. This procurement is using Other Transaction Authority.
Northrop Grumman Manta Ray UUV for DARPA.
To maximize operational effectiveness in contested environments, the United States military requires enhanced capabilities for deploying large payloads across extended ranges. Current UUV capabilities present limitations in range and payload capacity, hindering the effective deployment of critical resources in certain operational scenarios.
Desired mission sets include, but are not limited to:
-Emplacement of various sized payloads
-Bathymetric surveys and mapping
-Intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance
-Communications across the air/water interface (acoustic and Radio Frequency)
-Ability to operate in a GPS denied environments
Desired Solution Attributes
A candidate platform should have some or all of the following characteristics:
-Exceptional range, capable of transits greater than 1000nm.
-Capable of performing deeper than 200m underwater.
-Modular payload capacity with ability to drop various payloads to the seafloor. Payload sizes include but are not limited to:
–5ft long, 19 inches in diameter
–21ft in length and 21 inches in diameter
-Autonomous operation including navigation, guidance, and obstacle/collision avoidance (including during emergence and at surface), as well as remote operation.
-Capability for RF communications, and capability or demonstrate a pathway for undersea communications.
-Modularity, including the ability to switch from different payloads and mission sets.
-Hardware and software architecture with open interfaces, with a demonstrable pathway to integrate with various third party payloads;
-Demonstrable pathway to integrate with third party control systems, including but not limited to government furnished common control system (CCS).
-Demonstrable pathway for UMAAcompliance.
-Demonstrable pathway to prevent, mitigate, and recover from the effects of tampering or cyber events to achieve an Authorization To Operate in alignment with applicable Committee on National Security Systems (CNSS) recommendations for minimum standards for unmanned national security systems (NSS).
-Be transportable, deployable, and recoverable with commonly available commercial freight and transportation equipment, or demonstrate a development pathway to achieve this.
-Minimize surface expression and duration.
-Include modeling and simulation to inform specific vehicle behaviors and mission operations, or ability to integrate with 3rd party modeling and simulation solutions.
This project is dedicated to the late Michael Camp, former Deputy Director of Warfare Systems, U.S. Pacific Fleet.
Responses Due By 2025-05-01 23:59:59 US/Eastern Time.
Visit www.diu.mil/work-with-us/submit-solution/PROJ00567 for full details.
Sydney, Australia – The Wing Group is pleased to announce the establishment of its wholly owned subsidiary in Australia. This strategic expansion marks a significant milestone in the company’s global growth and underscores its commitment to providing advanced solutions for security, defence, and critical marine operations. By strengthening its presence in the Southern Hemisphere, The Wing Group reaffirms its dedication to supporting critical security operations worldwide.
Leading the Australian subsidiary is Gavin Stevens MG, a seasoned professional with a distinguished career supporting elite military and professional operations in complex maritime environments. His expertise will play a pivotal role in expanding The Wing Group’s reach and delivering specialized support to Australian, New Zealand and Asia-Pacific operations.
Stevens shared: “I’m honoured to lead The Wing Group’s Australian operations. Throughout my career, I’ve focused on enabling mission success in high-stakes maritime environments—values that align perfectly with The Wing Group’s commitment to performance, innovation, and integrity. I look forward to supporting our current local partners, building new ones and delivering real impact on the ground.”
Andrew Branagh, President of The Wing Group, emphasized the strategic importance of this expansion:“The Southern Hemisphere is a dynamic and vital region in the global security landscape. As operational challenges evolve, it’s crucial to provide localized, hands-on support to ensure mission success. With Gavin at the helm and together with our trusted distribution partners—Calgus Maritime, Stern First, and Aquaterro—we are strengthening our ability to deliver world-class solutions tailored to the unique needs of this region.”
By establishing a direct presence in Australia, The Wing Group enhances its ability to support military, governmental, and professional teams with cutting-edge equipment from Wing Inflatables and Mustang Survival, as well as localized training and operational expertise.
For more information about The Wing Group and its new subsidiary in Australia, please contact:
Gavin Stevens MG
Managing Director, Wing Group Australia
gstevens@winggroup.com
+61 402 097 905
This durable, waterproof solution is available in three sizes for outdoor and tactical applications.
Knoxville, Tenn. (March 2025) – Tasmanian Tiger®, a tactical nylon line of products distributed exclusively for the US market by Proforce Equipment, Inc., proudly announces the release of its newest innovation, the TT WATERPROOF STUFFBAG WPV. Designed for military personnel, outdoor enthusiasts, tactical professionals, and anyone requiring rugged waterproof storage, this robust stuff bag is now available in three versatile sizes: 15L, 25L, and 48L.
Constructed from 420D Nylon TPU ECO, the TT WATERPROOF STUFFBAG WPV is engineered for IP64-rated protection, ensuring it is completely dustproof and resistant to water splashes from all directions. This rating guarantees that the TT WATERPROOF STUFFBAG WPV excels in dusty and wet conditions, making it an ideal choice for military personnel, first responders, and outdoor adventurers who rely on secure, weather-resistant storage solutions. Rigorous dust-tight and water-splashing testing ensures the product maintains operational stability in demanding environments.
Designed with consumer confidence in mind, the TT WATERPROOF STUFFBAG WPV meets stringent safety and quality standards, ensuring long-lasting performance. Its welded laser-cut elements feature slits for secure attachment, making it ideal for use in vehicles, boats, and other challenging environments. The integrated valve allows for quick and efficient compression to optimize storage space. The waterproof roll closure is secured with a side-release buckle for enhanced durability and protection, featuring WJ WOOJIN Plastic components, a trusted name in outdoor gear buckles and closures.
TT WATERPROOF STUFFBAG WPV Specifications:
Whether for mission-critical operations, overland expeditions, or everyday outdoor use, this new addition to the Tasmanian Tiger lineup offers unparalleled reliability and durability. Available in black.
SOFWERX, in collaboration with USSOCOM Program Executive Office – Maritime (PEO-M), will host a series of events to identify solutions for the Next Generation Maritime Optical Systems for the Naval Special Warfare Combatant Crafts.
The Next Generation Maritime Optical Systems Collaboration Event seeks to bring together USSOCOM PEO-M Stakeholders with industry leaders and Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to foster collaboration and gain valuable insights into the current state of the Maritime Optical System market, as well as identify emerging technologies and planned future advancements. This exchange will directly inform the requirements for the upcoming Next Generation Maritime Optical Systems for the Naval Special Warfare Combatant Crafts and ensure the requirements reflect the most cutting-edge and innovative solutions available.
The collaboration will be crucial in delivering a state-of-the-art system that prioritizes both operator and craft safety and survivability, ultimately enhancing mission effectiveness in challenging maritime environments.
The legacy Combatant Craft Forward Looking Infrared (CCFLIR) program equipped Special Operations Forces (SOF) with a critical multi-sensor, electro-optic system. This system significantly enhances SOF effectiveness by improving their ability to detect, recognize, identify, range, track, and highlight objects of interest in challenging maritime environments, regardless of visibility conditions.
Building upon this foundation, the CCFLIR, Increment 2 (CCFLIR2), leveraged technological advancements for a new generation of capabilities. These included increased operational range, advanced image fusion, net-centric data sharing, enhanced information assurance, improved signature management, and seamless integration with craft and combat systems. These upgrades directly support the operational requirements of the Navy’s newer Special Warfare Combatant Craft, ensuring mission success in contested and complex maritime theaters.
This event will unite USSOCOM SOF AT&L PEO-M, industry leaders, and subject matter experts to collaboratively shape the future of maritime superiority. Together, we will define the Next Generation Maritime Optical System for our Combatant Craft fleet, ensuring our advantage both today and for decades to come.
The goal is to leverage cutting-edge technology to significantly enhance the current Maritime Optical System capabilities (CCFLIR and CCFLIR2) in several key areas:
Increased Operational Range:? Extending the Electro-Optical and Infrared (EO/IR) effective reach.
Advanced Image Fusion: Combining data from different sensors for a clearer tactical picture.
Net-Centric Data Sharing: ?Seamlessly sharing real-time information across the network.
Enhanced Information Assurance:? Protecting sensitive data from unauthorized access and cyber threats.
Improved Signature Management: ?Minimizing multi-sensor detectability.
All-Weather Capability: Unhindered by darkness, fog, smoke and adverse weather conditions.
Seamless Craft and Combat Systems Integration: Ensuring the EO/IR system connects seamlessly with other onboard systems.
Increased Sea State Operation: Ensuring the EO/IR system can survive operations during Sea State 5 conditions.
Ensuring Increased Maintainability: Especially regarding fragile components like glass and cables, requires a multi-pronged approach focusing on design, material selection, and maintenance procedures.
Decreased Footprint: System shall have a smaller footprint then the current Combatant Craft Forward Looking Infrared (CCFLIR 2) from a size, weight and power standpoint.
These upgrades are crucial for equipping the Navy’s Legacy and Future Combatant Crafts, ultimately enhancing both crew and craft survivability and effectiveness in challenging operational environments.
The first event is scheduled for 10 June 2025.
Request to Attend NLT 23 April 2025 11:59 PM ET.
Learn more here.
Hengelo, March 31st 2025 – Dutch shock mitigation specialist Reiger is proud to announce the introduction of its VITOTRAX Maritime Suspension Seat, specifically designed for high-speed military craft operating under extreme maritime conditions at sea or brown waters. The VITOTRAX will be introduced at SOFINS 2025 in France, the leading international event dedicated to special operations forces.
Reiger was already selected by the Royal Netherlands and the Belgian Navy and has successfully retrofitted the jockey seats of the Fast Raiding Interception and Special Forces Crafts (FRISC), vessels that are known to reach speeds and maneuvers that expose crews to forces up to 15G. Reiger worked on the design of the Seat Suspension Unit (SSU) for the jockey seat for two years, including extensive tests and trials by the maritime forces. Reiger have now implemented their SSU technology in a complete new seat, called the VITOTRAX Maritime Suspension Seat. This seat sets the new standard in shock mitigation, safety, and ergonomics for operators onboard of the FRISC. “Our focus has always been on combining top-level performance with maximum operator protection,” says Frans de Bruijn, CEO of Reiger. “VITOTRAX is designed and extensively tested to guarantee operator vitality during missions and preserve its health, this by delivering unmatched control over shock forces and body stability in extreme maritime conditions. Through advanced suspension engineering and dynamic impact mitigation, VITOTRAX ensures personnel remain physically resilient, reducing fatigue and long-term injury risks”
The VITOTRAX seat features:
– Progressive Link Suspension System (PLSS) – Converts impact forces into controlled motion, reducing spinal stress.
-Advanced damping technology – generating comfort at low speeds and protection at high speeds.
– Extreme Suspension Travel – Up to 248 mm of stroke, ensuring maximum shock absorption across all seat positions.
– Biomechanical Design – Optimized posture support to prevent fatigue and long-term injuries.
– Built for Harsh Environments – Corrosion-resistant and engineered for military-grade durability at sea.
Introduction
Designed, tested and manufactured in The Netherlands, VITOTRAX is built to meet the operational demands of special forces and naval units worldwide. To date almost 500 SSU’s have been delivered and successfully introduced into maritime operations. Reiger will introduce VITOTRAX during SOFINS 2025 at Camp de Souge, Bordeaux, from April 1–3, 2025. Visitors are invited to experience the seat and learn how this innovative solution enhances safety and mission success in the most demanding maritime environments
About Reiger
Reiger is a Dutch manufacturer from Hengelo, specialized in advanced suspension systems. The company is market leader in developing suspension systems for extreme off-road motorsports and other exceptionally demanding projects for over 45 years. With their decades of expertise in shock mitigation, Reiger delivers tailor-made products that meet the highest military standards: www.reigerdefence.com
The FIRSTSPEAR RASH GUARD is built for performance and protection in training, maritime, and watersport environments. Made in the USA from a high-performance poly/spandex blend, this ultralight top offers a compression fit that conforms to your body for streamlined comfort.
Its quick-drying fabric ensures you stay comfortable even after repeated exposure to water, while the smooth flat seams reduce chafing and skin irritation caused by rubbing or abrasion. Designed for versatility, the Rash Guard provides natural sun and UV protection, making it ideal for extended hours in the sun.
Whether you’re tackling aquatic adventures, training in humid conditions, or seeking extra protection during water-based activities, this Rash Guard delivers. Its durable, American-made construction ensures it can handle the demands of intense use while maintaining its shape and performance.
Perfect for divers, kayakers, surfers, and tactical operators, the FIRSTSPEAR RASH GUARD is offered in both long and short-sleeve varieties and provides the perfect blend of protection, comfort, and reliability. For optimal performance, order your standard t-shirt size for a true compression fit, or size up 1-2 sizes for a more relaxed feel.
FirstSpear is the premier source for cutting edge-tactical gear for military, law enforcement and those who train. For more information visit First-Spear.com.
