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Revision Military Expands Capabilities with New Photochromic Lenses in StingerHawk and SlingShot Eyewear

Wednesday, November 5th, 2025

SlingShot Photochromic Lenses

Revision Military, a global leader in protective eyewear solutions for military and tactical operators, today announced the launch of its next-generation Photochromic Lenses, now available in the StingerHawk® Photochromic Spectacle System and SlingShot Photochromic Ballistic Sunglasses.

Revision Photochromic Lenses are engineered to adapt seamlessly from virtually clear to dark in changing light environments. Non-activated, the lenses remain nearly clear at 85% visible light transmission (VLT) – ideal for indoor or low-light conditions. When exposed to sunlight, they darken smoothly to 15% VLT, delivering full sunglass-level protection. Starting to darken within seconds, the lenses achieve full activation in under two minutes.

Beyond rapid transitions, Revision Photochromic Lenses are built to protect. They are MIL-PRF-32432A ballistic rated, blocking 100% of UV rays while delivering distortion-free optics. Each lens is treated with OcuMax® Anti-Fog coating for clear vision in extreme conditions and a hard-coat finish to resist scratches during demanding operations.

StingerHawk Photochromic Closeup

The SlingShot platform – with its featherweight browless design and thin temple arms – ensures maximum anti-fogging, and seamless compatibility with headsets and communications gear. The StingerHawk® spectacle system provides a low-profile, wide-field design favored by military units worldwide. Together, these platforms maximize the mission-ready benefits of Revision Photochromic Lenses, giving operators eyewear that adapts as quickly as the mission demands.

“Operators require eyewear that adapts without hesitation,” said Jordan Gross, Director of Product at Revision Military. “Revision Photochromic Lenses deliver that advantage – clear indoors, dark outdoors, and ballistic protection throughout all levels of light intensity. It means fewer compromises, less gear to manage, and confidence that your vision will always match your environment.”

SlingShot Photochromic Lenses

About Revision Photochromic Technology
Revision Photochromic Lenses harness advanced adaptive molecules that react instantly to UV light, enabling a continuous, seamless transition across lighting conditions. From 85% VLT clear indoors to 15% VLT dark outdoors, users experience precision optics, added comfort for the eyes, and uninterrupted situational awareness. Designed for soldiers, special operators, aviators, law enforcement, and public safety personnel, Revision provides a single-lens solution for nearly any mission profile.

Ordering Information
Revision Photochromic Lenses for the StingerHawk® and SlingShot eyewear systems are currently available through authorized Revision Military channels. While National Stock Numbers (NSNs) are not yet assigned, procurement options include:

  • Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Tailored Logistics Support (TLS) Program
  • GSA Advantage
  • FedMall
  • Direct purchase from Revision Military

StingerHawk Photochromic Lenses

Revision anticipates the StingerHawk Photochromic version to be available through the NATO Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA) contract in the near future.
For sales inquiries, contact: sales@revisionmilitary.com
Learn more at www.revisionmilitary.com

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Revision Military Expands Polarized Lens Technology to SlingShot and StingerHawk

Wednesday, October 1st, 2025

Revision Military has announced the expansion of its Polarized lens technology to the SlingShot Sunglasses and StingerHawk Spectacle System.

Revision SlingShot Polarized Spectacle Kit

Revision’s Polarized lenses virtually eliminate glare from reflective surfaces, delivering sharper contrast, truer detail, and reduced eye strain compared to standard tints. With 99% polarization efficiency, 100% UV defense, and ballistic protection that exceeds MIL-PRF-32432A requirements, the lenses ensure clear focus and situational awareness in high-glare environments such as maritime, desert, arctic, and urban operations.

Revision StingerHawk Polarized Spectacle Kit

The StingerHawk Spectacle System, now available with Polarized lens technology, also meets EN 166 requirements in addition to exceeding U.S. military ballistic standards, ensuring proven protection for global deployments.

“These new lens options reinforce Revision’s commitment to giving operators every advantage possible, clarity, protection, and comfort, without compromise,” said Jordan Gross, Director of Product.

Ordering Information
SlingShot Sunglasses and StingerHawk Spectacles with Polarized lens technology are available through:

  • DLA TLS Program
  • GSA Advantage
  • FedMall
  • Direct purchase from Revision Military

Revision also anticipates the StingerHawk Polarized version to be available through the NATO Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA) contract in the near future.

About Revision Military
Revision Military designs and manufactures purpose-built protective eyewear for military and tactical users worldwide. A U.S.-owned company headquartered in Vermont, Revision delivers advanced solutions that combine ballistic protection, anti-fog technology, laser defense, and integration with mission-critical equipment. Over the past 20 years, Revision has supplied millions of eyewear systems to U.S. and allied forces and continues to innovate to meet the evolving needs of modern warfare. Learn more at www.revisionmilitary.com.

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Polaris Government and Defense Awarded NSPA Framework Contract for MRZR D Tactical Off-Road Vehicles

Tuesday, September 2nd, 2025

Minneapolis – September 2, 2025 – Polaris Government and Defense, a division of Polaris Inc. (NYSE: PII), has been awarded a two-year framework contract by the NATO Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA) for the supply of MRZR D light tactical vehiclesvalued at hundreds of millions USD. Contract options could extend the agreement up to five years, enabling NATO members and partner nations to acquire the MRZR D to enhance mobility and mission readiness across a range of operational environments. This procurement approach fulfills competition requirements, streamlining the acquisition process and eliminating the need for additional, time-consuming and costly trials and competitions.

With this multi-year agreement, NATO member states and partner nations can call off MRZR D2 and D4 light tactical vehicles via the NSPA platform. MRZR Ds are currently fielded with more than 50military and security forces worldwide, supporting expeditionary, rapid response and special operations missions. The MRZR D’s modular payload design, diesel powertrain, air and sea transportability make it a trusted platform for tactical mobility in complex terrain and contested zones.

According to the NSPA, “Mobility and interoperability are key pillars of operational success in today’s multinational missions. Polaris’ MRZR D vehicles provide our allied forces with agile, mission-ready mobility to meet the evolving demands of modern operations. This contract further strengthens our ability to deliver critical capabilities to NATO and partner nations.”

In addition to bulk pricing benefits and expedited acquisition, NSPA enables interoperability, standardization and a reduced logistics footprint across NATO members and partners.

“Polaris Government and Defense has partnered with NSPA for several years, delivering tactical vehicles and mobility solutions to allied forces. The MRZR D has proven to be a highly adaptable and reliable platform for our NATO partners,” said Steve Canner, manager, EMEA, Polaris Government and Defense. “We are proud to continue our support of NATO missions with vehicles designed to perform in the world’s most demanding environments.”

Polaris first introduced the MRZR platform in 2012 and has continued to enhance the vehicle to meet the mission demands of the U.S. military, delivering gas and diesel variants to more than 50 allied forces worldwide. MRZRs feature a mission-flexible modular design, collapsible roll cage for internal tactical air transport, one meter fording capability, greater payload and extended range over commercial platforms. The MRZR D is combat-proven and transportable inside AW101 Merlin, CH-47 Chinook, V-22 Ospreyand most in-service fixed wing aircraft, as well as maritime vessels, enabling rapid deployment and dispersal of forces from aircraft or ship-to-shore platforms into theater. It is a highly configurable platform that supports personnel transport, casualty evacuation, command and control and light cargo roles — all with a focus on speed, versatility and off-road capability.

Since their introduction, MRZRs have been outfitted with counter unmanned aerial systems (C-UAS), weapons and high-energy laser systems, intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR) systems, expeditionary command and control systems, autonomy packages, litters for medical and casualty evacuation, aircraft refueling systems and communication equipment.

The MRZR D is part of Polaris Government and Defense’s broader portfolio of off-road mobility solutions that include the MRZR Alpha, MV 850, DAGOR and militarized snowmobiles.  

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Denmark Buys Four MQ-9B SkyGuardians from GA-ASI

Thursday, July 24th, 2025

NSPA Supports Denmark and European Countries in MQ-9B Acquisition and Sustainment

SAN DIEGO – 23 July 2025 – Denmark and the NATO Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA) have announced the procurement of four MQ-9B SkyGuardian® Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) from General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. The purchase includes three Certified Ground Control Stations.

Denmark joins a growing list of European countries that have selected MQ-9B for its multi-domain capabilities with exceptionally long range and endurance. The platform provides pole-to-pole satellite control and de-icing capabilities to enable missions in the harsh conditions of the Arctic in support of Denmark and its NATO Allies. Additionally, MQ-9B’s in-house-developed Detect and Avoid System aids MQ-9B’s ability to fly in unsegregated airspace for domestic civilian operations, making it highly versatile for operations from Denmark.

MQ-9B recently became the first large remotely piloted aircraft to obtain a Military Type Certificate (MTC) from the UK’s Military Aviation Authority, certifying its safe operation without geographic restrictions, including over populous areas.

“It’s been a very productive year for our MQ-9B platforms,” said GA-ASI President David R. Alexander. “First, we earned MTC and now we’ve added Denmark to the U.K., Belgium, and Poland as MQ-9B customers in Europe. I believe the extensive waters of the North Sea, Norwegian Sea, and Baltic Sea of the Nordic countries make the MQ-9B a very effective tool for national maritime surveillance and security.”

MQ-9B SkyGuardian is the first and only unmanned system to offer multi-domain Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance, and Targeting (ISR&T) as an internal payload that can search the ocean’s surface and its depths in support of Fleet Operations. MQ-9B can also be fitted with a number of payloads including a maritime surveillance package with a 360-degree maritime radar and/or sonobuoy dispensing pods.

This sale was aided and supported by NSPA, which has developed a contractual framework for supporting cooperation amongst its member nations and promoting the proliferation of MQ-9B in Europe. NSPA has added MQ-9B to its portfolio of defense systems to contract on behalf of European nations, with the goal of enhancing interoperability while facilitating training and joint operations.

“This procurement demonstrates how NSPA enables efficient, effective and responsive multinational acquisitions for advanced, interoperable capabilities. We are proud to support Denmark in this strategic investment for national maritime surveillance and security,” said Ms. Stacy A. Cummings, NSPA General Manager.

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Galvion Receives Further Follow-on Batlskin Caiman Order of 5000 Helmets, for the Canadian Dismounted Infantry Capability Enhancement (DICE) Programme

Tuesday, July 15th, 2025

Galvion, a world leader in innovative head protection systems and power and data management solutions, has received a second follow-on order from the Department of National Defence (DND) Canada for its flagship Batlskin Caiman® ballistic helmet systems. This latest order for an additional 5000 helmets with two (2) helmet covers each, is expected to deliver in early 2026.

The original Canadian Dismounted Infantry Capability Enhancement (DICE) programme contract was awarded in February 2023 for 2,100 helmets and 4,200 helmet covers. In July 2024, year two of a five-year framework contract, the DND exercised an option to order an additional 8,400 helmets and 16,800 helmet covers taking the total Canadian DICE order to 10,500 helmets and 21,000 covers, all successfully delivered. With this latest follow-on order, the DICE totals now total over 15,000 helmets and 30,000 covers, all ordered within three years of the five-year framework.

Developed over a number of years with extensive SOF community collaboration and feedback and now fielded in the hundreds of thousands across multiple NATO countries, Galvion’s Caiman® helmet system delivers unmatched levels of weight and comfort, and is expressly designed to incorporate electronics, communications headsets, and other critical equipment needs, now and into the future. The helmet is equipped with Galvion’s premiere APEX lining system, an intuitively adjustable design that enables a customized fit for users.

The helmet systems assessed for DICE were trialled by members of the Canadian Light Infantry Battalion at the end of 2022. Conducted under operational conditions, the trials included the integration of equipment such as eyewear, night vision goggles, gas masks, hearing protection, and cold-weather gear. The Caiman helmet received the highest rating by a significant margin and was selected after a phased bid process.

Todd Stirtzinger, CEO at Galvion said: “We are exceedingly proud to receive another significant order from the Canadian DND for their DICE programme. Repeat orders like this demonstrate partner confidence and end-user satisfaction, both of which are core drivers for everything that we do at Galvion.” He added: “We are seeing significant increases in demand across all of our head system platforms, with the Caiman helmet seeing far and wide adoption beyond the SOF community, as evidenced by this DICE contract but also the continued receipt of orders from NATO countries through our NATO Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA) framework contract. We have more good news on that side to be announced soon. This activity, alongside other notable successes, has triggered some major investment and expansion activity, which is best showcased by our recent European Production Hub opening ceremony, in Poland.”

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Revision Awarded Contract to Supply Czech Republic Special Forces with Advanced Protective Eyewear

Tuesday, July 1st, 2025

Revision StingerHawk Clear Lens in Action

Essex Junction, Vermont (June 20, 2025) — Revision Military, a global leader in protective eyewear and integrated soldier systems, has been awarded a contract by the Czech Republic Ministry of Defense to supply the Czech Special Forces with its StingerHawk® Eyewear Systems. The contract includes delivery of 943 highly specialized 4-lens kits, engineered to support a wide range of operational requirements across diverse mission environments.

Each StingerHawk kit provides operators with maximum flexibility, including lenses for Clear, Smoke, I-Vis™ Verso, and laser protection applications. These advanced optical solutions deliver enhanced ballistic protection, visual performance, and mission adaptability, meeting the stringent operational standards of Czech Special Operations Forces.

Revision StingerHawk LazrBloc Lens

“This award reflects the Czech Republic’s commitment to equipping its Special Forces with world-class protective capabilities and validates Revision’s ongoing investment in innovation and performance,” said Karan Rai, Chief Executive Officer of Revision Military. “We are honored to support the mission-critical requirements of our allied partners and to continue expanding our global footprint in delivering advanced soldier protection solutions.”

Revision StingerHawk I-Vis Lens

About I-Vis™

Revision’s I-Vis™ technology platform delivers enhanced visual clarity and target discrimination through selective light filtration and advanced color optimization. The I-Vis™ Verso lens provided under this contract improves contrast sensitivity, depth perception, and situational awareness in complex lighting conditions — enabling operators to identify threats and navigate terrain with greater precision and confidence.

Revision LazrBloc Defeats Lasers

About LazrBloc™

Revision’s LazrBloc™ laser protective lenses provide specialized defense against both accidental and directed laser threats, which are increasingly prevalent in modern operational theaters. LazrBloc™ lenses are engineered to block specific laser wavelengths while preserving visibility, allowing operators to maintain situational awareness without compromising safety.

About Revision

Revision Military designs and manufactures mission-proven protective solutions for military and tactical professionals worldwide. With advanced research, development, and manufacturing capabilities, Revision delivers protective eyewear, integrated head systems, and power management solutions trusted by military forces in over 45 countries, including numerous NATO member nations. Revision’s product portfolio reflects its commitment to protecting the vision, performance, and survivability of the modern warfighter.

For further information, visit: www.revisionmilitary.com

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Lockheed Martin Sikorsky Advances to Next Phase of Next Generation Rotorcraft Capability Program

Monday, July 29th, 2024

NATO Support and Procurement Agency Selects X2 Rotorcraft for Integrated Platform Concept Study

FARNBOROUGH, United Kingdom, July 26, 2024 — The NATO Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA) has awarded Lockheed Martin Sikorsky a contract award to study integrated platform concepts that could fulfill NATO’s next generation rotorcraft requirements through its Next Generation Rotorcraft Capability (NGRC) program.

“Sikorsky is ready to design a rotorcraft prototype for NATO’s NGRC concept study to support defense and deterrence for an ever-changing global environment. Years of investment and rigorous flight testing with multiple X2 technology demonstrators have proven its ability to change the future airspace,” said Andy Adams, vice president of Sikorsky Future Vertical Lift.

“Our X2 aircraft will bring to bear the strengths of Lockheed Martin along with input from our European Industry Group, such as digital thread, advanced manufacturing, sustainment, training, and weapon and mission system development, to provide NATO with an integrated rotorcraft system that combines speed, range, maneuverability, survivability and operational flexibility.”

Lockheed Martin Sikorsky’s European Industry Group includes Tier-1 aerospace suppliers, such as BAE Systems, ELT Group, ESG Elektroniksystem-und Logistik GmbH, GE Aerospace, Hellenic Aerospace Industry, Kongsberg, Liebherr-Aerospace Lindenberg GmbH, MAGroup,

Malloy Aeronautics, SAFRAN, Rheinmetall and TERMA. This industry group will provide input as to how their world-class military products can support the X2 integrated platform concept approach to advance NATO’s capabilities and provide a next generation rotorcraft solution.

With more than $1 billion invested and 15 years of testing and flying, X2 rotorcraft, Sikorsky’s X2 aircraft are demonstrating mission relevance. The S-97 RAIDER technology demonstrator’s rigorous flight test program continues to provide critical data that correlates to a virtual prototype and enables Sikorsky to experiment with the unique capabilities that an X2 Technology rotorcraft can provide.

NSPA General Manager, Ms Stacy A. Cummings, stated: “The launch of Concept Study #5 is a significant milestone for the NGRC concept stage activities, and demonstrates NSPA’s dedication to meet the challenge of next generation medium lift for Participating Nations. The strategy to launch 3 parallel contracts awarded by competition delivers on our commitment to maximise industry expertise, opportunity and engagement in the programme, and will provide a broad range of potential concepts in the study results for our multinational customers.”

The NGRC program initiative began in 2022 and includes France, Germany, Greece, Italy, the Netherlands, United Kingdom and Canada. The United States and Spain are currently acting as observers. Under the NGRC program, NATO is seeking to develop a medium-class, multi-role rotorcraft aimed to replace medium multi-role helicopters currently in service. NSPA, through its dedicated NGRC Support Partnership, aims to respond to this upcoming requirement, in a timely and cost-effective manner, while concurrently leveraging a broad range of recent advances in technology, production methods, and operational concepts.

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Revision Wins NSPA Contract for NATO Eyewear

Monday, July 29th, 2024

Revision NSPA Contract Award

BATTLEFIELD PROTECTION WITH EVERYDAY STYLE

Essex Junction, Vermont (for immediate release) – Revision Military, a world leader in purpose-built ballistic eye protection for military and tactical use, now has a framework contract with the NATO Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA) to supply a range of high-performance protective eyewear. The largest global supplier of ballistic and laser protective military eyewear solutions, Revision is the solution for major MoDs worldwide and is now available to any NATO countries wishing to purchase through NSPA – serving NATO nations, military authorities, and partner nations by providing efficient and cost-effective multinational solutions and access to Revision protective eyewear.

The contract was awarded following extensive review of Revision’s protective eyewear solutions by the NSPA. The contract duration is 3 years with options to be extended to a maximum of 2 years.

Selected by NSPA to meet the protective eyewear needs of NATO users, Revision is offering multiple kits featuring SAWFLY®, SAWFLY R3® and STINGERHAWK® spectacles, as well as DESERT LOCUST®, WOLFSPIDER®, MERLINHAWK®, AND SNOWHAWK® goggles, with EXOSHIELD® parachute eyewear completing the offering. All these products are available in a variety of lens offerings, featuring I-Vis® color enhancing high contrast lenses and LazrBloc® ballistic laser protective lenses. All revision eyewear is scalable with mission-specific accessories (prescription RX carriers, replacement lenses, replacement temple arms, retention straps, balaclavas, and more) also available through the framework contract.

Revision eyewear has been tried and tested in operations worldwide and is already in service across multiple countries delivering unmatched levels of protection, technology, and comfort.

Rene Roy, Chief of NSPA General Supply and Services stated: “As NATO’s primary enabler, NSPA’s mission is to provide effective and cost efficient multinational solutions to the Alliance, its thirty-two Nations and Partners. This contract is a good example of NSPA’s value proposition to industry: through the web-based platform of the NATO Logistics Stock Exchange (NLSE), the Agency responds to the evolving needs of customers, enabling Nations to procure on-demand systems and articles directly from manufacturers. This contributes to the preparedness of Allies for NATO missions and operations”.

Karan Rai, Revision Chairman of the Board said: “I’m proud to announce our NSPA contract award. Revision has operated in Europe for many years. This contract framework provides a streamlined procurement vehicle for NATO countries and the ability to rapidly meet real-world eyewear requirements to protect soldiers on the battlefield now and in the future. “

ABOUT I-VIS More than a single solution, I-Vis lenses are available in six tints, each optimized for use in a different environment. With the power of artificial intelligence, Revision accounted for theater-specific color vision variables that consider the color palette of locations while modeling the most likely lighting conditions to occur in that area using global data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).

The result is a suite of lenses, each providing the best observational experience for a given environment without compromise. The suite features mil-spec eye protection with separate tints optimized for key areas of military operation around the globe. Each tint is designed to increase contrast and elevate color recognition in specific geographic regions, doing so without the negative effects associated with traditional monochromatic lens tints.

Revision MerlinHawk

Above: Revision® MerlinHawk® Goggle featuring I-Vis® Cano Lens and Gryphon Field Gaiter provides full neck and head coverage without interfering with headborne equipment.

ABOUT LAZRBLOC Revision’s LazrBloc eyewear provides a comprehensive laser protection solution: battle-proven by military forces and Law Enforcement around the globe.  Revision has been at the forefront of laser and ballistic protective eyewear solutions for the past decade.  Standard laser protective lenses are widely available, but much rarer are lenses that combine tailored laser protection as well as military-standard ballistic protection coupled with world-class anti-fog performance, integrated prescription correction and multiple sizes for optimal fit and comfort.  LazrBloc lenses and eyewear solutions from Revision meet these requirements.

Revision LazrBloc

Above: Revision® SnowHawk® Goggle and  StingerHawk® Spectacle featuring LazrBloc® FT-2 laser lens which protects against violet, blue and green lasers .

ABOUT REVISION Revision is relentlessly dedicated to protecting vision by developing and delivering purpose-built eye protection for military and tactical use worldwide. The Company has invested in the development and delivery of advanced ballistic and laser protective solutions for over two decades and has become the leading expert in protective eyewear solutions for military, law enforcement, and first responders, Revision specializes in designing products with the optimum balance of protection and performance and offers the ability for its customers to develop bespoke solutions based upon their unique threat and mission.

Revision Military is headquartered in Essex Junction, Vermont, USA. For more information, visit www.revisionmilitary.com, write media@revisionmilitary.com, or call +1 802.879.7002.

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Revision
media@revisionmilitary.com

ABOUT NSPA The NATO Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA) is NATO’s lead organisation for multinational acquisition, support and sustainment in all domains. NSPA is headquartered in the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, with main operational centres in France, Hungary and Italy. The Agency employs over 1,500 staff and oversees more than 500 contractors worldwide.

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NSPA
Denisa Pais
cco@nspa.nato.int

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