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D3O Partners with DEFILADE to Develop Discreet Deployment System for Law Enforcement and Crowd Control

Monday, June 2nd, 2025

Revolutionary, low-profile body armour meets urgent need for covert, scalable safety in protest policing

Huntington Beach, CA (06.02.2025) As law enforcement agencies adapt to the growing complexity of public demonstrations, D3O® has announced a partnership with DEFILADE Protective Systems to integrate its world-leading impact protection into DEFILADE’s innovative Discreet Deployment System (DDS).

The collaboration features low-profile, high-performance protection that aligns with modern best practices for protest policing, as outlined in Arizona State University’s recent guide, Dealing with Messy Democracy.

Developed in response to law enforcement demands for scalable, mission-specific safety gear, DEFILADE’s DDS consists of modular base layers including shirts, pants, and sleeves that feature removable D3O® impact protection.

Designed for covert wear under standard uniforms or plain clothes, the system enables officers to maintain mobility and discretion while protected against impact threats like thrown projectiles or physical confrontations.

“Effective protest policing is about visibility, quick reactions, and proportionate response,” said Mostyn Thomas, Chief Marketing Officer at D3O. “That starts with ensuring officers wear gear that’s protective, allows freedom of movement and doesn’t draw attention. This system gives them that protective edge without escalating tensions.”

The D3O-enhanced DDS aligns directly with the ASU guide’s recommendations for equipping officers in ways that improve safety, de-escalation, and community trust. The customizable system includes breathable, moisture-wicking, and FR-rated options designed for extended wear during evolving or high-stress environments.

Trusted by military, special forces, and leading tactical teams worldwide, D3O’s ballistic technology is already embedded in helmets, body armour, and riot control gear. This latest partnership with DEFILADE will help to advance safety, performance, and discretion for those serving on the front lines of society.

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Safariland Releases New Gravity OWB Holster

Monday, June 2nd, 2025

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Safariland® a brand of The Safariland Group, a leading global provider of safety products designed for the public safety, military, professional and outdoor markets and one of Cadre Holdings, Inc.’s (NYSE: CDRE) (“Cadre”) key brands, is proud to introduce the Gravity™ OWB Holster—a streamlined, everyday carry solution now available in a wide range of Cordura® fabric wraps for unmatched style and personalization.

Designed for comfort, reliability, and subtle customization, the Gravity holster delivers a lightweight, low-profile design that doesn’t compromise on security or function. Built from rugged SafariLaminate™ with a tough Cordura® exterior, and the passive trigger guard detent, paired with adjustable tension, ensures secure firearm retention during dynamic movement—ideal for daily wear across a variety of environments.

“With the Gravity, we wanted to offer more than just function,” said Eric Gasvoda, Vice President and General Manager of Duty Gear for Safariland. “This holster delivers the trusted security and comfort our users expect—but with Cordura wrap options, it also allows them to express their own style without sacrificing comfort or performance”.

Key features of the Safariland Gravity include:

Adjustable Cant for Personalized Carry Angle
Fully Enclosed Trigger Guard
Tension Adjustment for customized draw resistance
Front sight clearance 13/32″ (0.406″)
Compatible with all Safariland 3-hole pattern mounts
Fits belt widths up to 1.75″ (45mm)
IDPA and USPSA approved

Each Gravity holster includes Safariland’s 568BL injection-molded paddle, allowing users to carry with or without a belt for maximum flexibility.

Whether you’re looking for dependable EDC performance or a holster that reflects your personality, the Gravity OWB holster delivers both—wrapped in the durability and style that Safariland is known for.

To explore Safariland’s extensive range of holsters and accessories, visit Safariland.com.

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Rugged Suppressors Contributes $40,000 to Support ASA

Sunday, June 1st, 2025

Travelers Rest, SC – The American Suppressor Association (ASA) is proud to announce that Rugged Suppressors has renewed its support for 2025 with a $40,000 contribution, reinforcing its deep commitment to protecting and advancing suppressor rights across the country.

“At Rugged Suppressors, we believe that suppressors have no place under the National Firearms Act,” said Michael Derdziak, CEO of Rugged Suppressors. “The ASA is the only organization with the focus, strategy, and drive to get them removed. We’re proud to support their mission and stand alongside them in the fight to protect the rights of responsible gun owners nationwide.”

Rugged Suppressors has built its name on uncompromising quality and innovation, producing some of the most durable and reliable suppressors in the industry. Their continued support reflects a shared vision with the ASA: a future where suppressors are treated like the hearing protection tools they are, not burdened by outdated federal restrictions.

“Rugged Suppressors has once again stepped up in a big way,” said Knox Williams, Executive Director of the ASA. “Their $40,000 contribution directly supports our work on Capitol Hill to remove suppressors from the NFA. Michael and his team understand what’s at stake, and they continue to lead by example. With their partnership, we’re able to push harder, go further, and stay focused on real policy change.”

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Department of Defense Warrior Games Announces Service Teams with Nearly 200 Athletes Set to Participate in the Annual Event

Sunday, June 1st, 2025

Fifty Days Until the Return of the Games to Colorado Springs; ESPN+ to Provide Event Coverage

Colorado Springs, Colo. – May 29, 2025 – The Department of Defense (DoD) Warrior Games celebrates the resilience, determination, and triumph of wounded, ill, and injured military personnel and veterans. This year, the Games will take place in Colorado Springs, Colorado, at the main venue Colorado College from July 18-26, bringing together competitors from all over the U.S. representing all branches of the U.S. Armed Forces. Each competitor exemplifies the Warrior Games spirit of recovery and perseverance, having overcome significant physical and mental challenges to reach this national stage.

“The Warrior Games are more than a competition,” said Mr. Dave Paschal, director of the DoD Warrior Games. “They’re a testament to the healing power of sport, camaraderie, and community and provide a platform for athletes to showcase their strength and recovery while raising awareness of the sacrifices made by military personnel and their families. We are anticipating an exciting and empowering Games from the nearly 200 competitors named to their respective service teams.”

Five teams of athletes will be representing all military services: Army, Marine Corps, Navy/Coast Guard, Air Force/Space Force, and Special Operations Command.

The complete list of the competitors for the 2025 Warrior Games can be found through these links for their respective branch:

Army

Marine Corps

Navy/ Coast Guard

Air Force/ Space Force

Special Operations Command

The athletes will compete in 11 different adaptive sports including archery, cycling, field, indoor rowing, powerlifting, precision air sports, sitting volleyball, swimming, track, wheelchair basketball, and wheelchair rugby.

More information about the Games, including the event schedule, volunteer opportunities, and ticketing information will be available soon on the DoD Warrior Games website HERE.

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B&T USA Files Federal Lawsuit Against SureFire, LLC Alleging Patent Abuse and Interference

Saturday, May 31st, 2025

Tampa, FL (June 2nd, 2025) – B&T USA, LLC and its parent company B&T AG of Thun, Switzerland, have initiated legal proceedings in the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida against SureFire, LLC. The complaint seeks a declaratory judgment of non-infringement and patent invalidity and brings claims for breach of contract and tortious interference.

This action follows a series of unwarranted legal threats made by SureFire, which has sought to disrupt B&T’s lawful commercial activities by alleging infringement of U.S. Patent No. 7,676,976 — despite knowing that the underlying technology, B&T’s proprietary Rotex quick-detach suppressor system, was developed, publicly displayed, and sold to U.S. government end users years prior to SureFire’s patent application.

Despite clear evidence of B&T’s prior invention — including exports to the United States and documented use by the U.S. Navy — SureFire failed to disclose this information to the United States Patent and Trademark Office. This material omission calls into question the enforceability of the asserted patent and the good faith underlying SureFire’s conduct.

Moreover, B&T and SureFire had previously reached a mutual understanding: that B&T would not challenge SureFire’s patent so long as SureFire refrained from asserting it against B&T or its customers. SureFire’s recent actions constitute a clear breach of that agreement, forcing B&T to take legal action to protect its rights, its reputation, and its longstanding customer relationships. B&T has pursued every reasonable path to resolve this dispute privately and professionally. Unfortunately, SureFire’scontinued and deliberate actions have left no other choice.

“B&T has a long and well-documented history of innovation that predates SureFire’s patent by several years,” said Jon Scott Chief Executive Officer of B&T USA. “Despite having full knowledge of B&T’s prior invention, SureFire withheld critical evidence from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office while using that same patent as a cudgel against not only us, but our partners. Our lawsuit seeks to hold SureFire accountable for this misconduct, to clear the record regarding B&T’s rights, and to ensure B&Tcan continue serving the defense and commercial markets without interference.”

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British Based G3 Systems Wins €100M Contract to Supply Containers and Flatracks for the Netherlands Ministry of Defence

Friday, May 30th, 2025

G3 Systems Limited, a British company with approaching 25 years of operationally proven expertise in the design and production of deployable infrastructure solutions, has won a major new contract to supply the Netherlands Ministry of Defence with circa 700 flatracks and containers, as part of their Wissellaadsystemen, Trekker-opleggercombinaties and WielBergingsvoertuigen (WTB) programme. The contract is worth €100M and consists of a 30-month delivery phase followed by a 15-year support phase.

The Netherlands WTB programme has 3 distinct elements – Trucks, Trailers & Semi-Trailers and Physical Distribution Systems. The contract for the flatracks and containers is the largest of 3 separate parts to the Physical Distribution Systems. The G3 Systems contract is for the provision of over 400 general purpose flatrack units and associated equipment, and 270 specialist containers for the storage and transportation of general stores, medicinal items, ammunition, POL & chemicals.

The container sub-systems include power generation, HVAC CBRN filtration, medical refrigeration and equipment tracking & monitoring. There is also a contract option to increase the units delivered under the initial contract by up to 100%. Both the flatracks and containers are to be capable of worldwide deployment by all means of transport.

The project demonstrates true collaboration with G3 Systems’ established global supply chain, with a large part of the integration to be completed by European manufacturing partners in conjunction with G3 Systems programme management, project expertise, design and support services.

Nick Rose, Managing Director of G3 Systems said, “This is a momentous landmark in the history of G3 Systems, and I am incredibly proud that the hard work, dedication, professionalism and expertise we hold at G3 Systems has been recognised with this contract award, won in open competition.

Clearly there is a tremendous amount of work to do, and we have already bolstered our team in order to be ready to deliver in the 30-months delivery timeframe, whilst making sure we sustain and grow the remainder of our business.” He added: “This has been a true team effort, which is a game changer for this organisation and one that will elevate our provision of deployable infrastructure to the next level. Thank you to everyone who has helped to make this happen.”

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Brunton Introduces Two New Mil-Spec Lensatic Compasses

Friday, May 30th, 2025

Riverton, WY – 5/27/2025 — Brunton, a pioneer in precision navigation since 1894, proudly announces the release of two new mil-spec lensatic compasses: the Brunton H-3 and Model 94.

These battlefield-grade tools were designed, engineered, and manufactured in Riverton, Wyoming, and mark a bold expansion of Brunton’s military and tactical product line.

Both models meet Buy America Act requirements and are constructed to exceed U.S. military specifications. They reflect Brunton’s long-standing reputation for innovation, reliability, and craftsmanship.

Built for Mission-Ready Performance

The Brunton H-3 features seven sealed tritium vials that provide continuous self-illumination for 12+ years, ensuring 24/7 visibility in total darkness—no batteries or external light source required. The Model 94, an advanced phosphorescent version, glows after light exposure, offering a lightweight and budget-friendly alternative for field operations requiring dependable low-light readability.

Both compasses include:

• Ultra-fast Rare-Earth Needle on Sapphire Bearing: Stabilizes in just 3 seconds with exceptional smoothness and resistance to demagnetization

• Scratch-Resistant Optical Glass Lens: Delivers superior clarity in all conditions

• Upgraded Bezel Material: Long-wearing, tactile “clicks” retain integrity over lifetime

• Raised Bezel Protection: Higher edge protects cover glass during use and when closed

• Dry Vial System: Non-liquid-filled for extreme durability in a wide range of temperatures and altitudes

• Compass Dial Format: 0–6400 mils (20 mil graduations) and 0–360° azimuth (5° red graduations) with flipping capability

• Die-Cast Aluminum Body: Powder-coated in military green for corrosion resistance

• Weather-Proof: Waterproof, Dustproof, Shockproof, and Sandproof

Each compass ships with a rugged nylon pouch featuring a unique triple-compatible system (2″ belt loop, ALICE clip, and MOLLE), a lanyard, warranty, and instructional card.

A Mission-Driven Brand

“Our new Mil-Spec lensatic compasses represent the best of American engineering,” said Lauren Heerschap, owner of Brunton. “Whether in the backcountry, in training, or on the frontlines, the H-3 and Model 94 give today’s warfighters, outdoor professionals, and tactical operators the uncompromising accuracy they demand.”

As part of Brunton’s ongoing commitment to give back to their main user group communities, Brunton will donate $1 for the sale of each of its two lensatic compass models to Disabled American Veterans (DAV), with a minimum donation of $25,000 from now until May 1, 2026.

Availability

The Brunton H-3 and Model 94 are available now through authorized dealers and at www.Brunton.com. Custom agency and bulk purchasing options are also available for government, tactical, and law enforcement buyers.

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Anduril and Meta Team Up to Transform XR for the American Military

Friday, May 30th, 2025

Anduril and Meta are partnering to design, build, and field a range of integrated XR products that provide warfighters with enhanced perception and enable intuitive control of autonomous platforms on the battlefield. The capabilities enabled by the partnership will draw on more than a decade of investment by both companies in advanced hardware, software, and artificial intelligence. The effort has been funded through private capital, without taxpayer support, and is designed to save the U.S. military billions of dollars by utilizing high-performance components and technology originally built for commercial use.

This partnership comes at a pivotal moment in the evolution of national defense. America’s national security has benefited from U.S. technological leadership at every phase of the computing revolution, from the first microchips and PCs to today’s internet and mobile devices. As a new era of computing takes shape—built atop AI and body-worn devices—Meta and Anduril are committed to maintaining America’s technological edge while reinforcing our economic and national security.

“Meta has spent the last decade building AI and AR to enable the computing platform of the future,” said Mark Zuckerberg, Founder and CEO of Meta. “We’re proud to partner with Anduril to help bring these technologies to the American service members that protect our interests at home and abroad.”

“I am glad to be working with Meta once again.” said Palmer Luckey, Founder of Anduril. “Of all the areas where dual-use technology can make a difference for America, this is the one I am most excited about. My mission has long been to turn warfighters into technomancers, and the products we are building with Meta do just that.”

“The world is entering a new era of computing that will give people access to limitless intelligence and extend their senses and perception in ways that have never been possible before,” said Andrew “Boz” Bosworth, CTO of Meta. “Our national security benefits enormously from American industry bringing these technologies to life.”

Expanding the Ecosystem

These joint mixed reality capabilities will integrate seamlessly with Anduril’s Lattice platform, the company’s AI-powered command and control system that integrates valuable data from thousands of sources to provide real-time battlefield intelligence. By incorporating role-specific AR/VR interfaces into the products, soldiers will gain intuitive access to Lattice’s analytical capabilities, a meaningful source of data for decision advantage. This integration will transform how warfighters see, sense, and integrate battlefield information, providing immersive technology solutions that enhance tactical decision-making in combat scenarios.

For Meta, the partnership represents a significant expansion into support for U.S. government technology adoption of its cutting edge technology. The collaboration builds on Meta’s existing Reality Labs investments and its work supporting adoption of its Llama open source AI models for national security uses by the U.S. and its closest allies.

Anduril and Meta have already jointly submitted a white paper as a team for SBMC Next, formerly IVAS Next. Since the Army’s novation of the original IVAS (Integrated Visual Augmentation System) contract from Microsoft to Anduril, Anduril has made significant progress to transition IVAS to Soldier-Borne Mission Command from concept to demonstrated, soldier-tested capability, streamlining operations, accelerating delivery timelines and reducing costs. Software updates that used to take 180 days now reach the field in under 18 hours, and Lattice-integrated IVAS headsets are in testing now.

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