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EOTECH Launches DCBL Line of Suppressors

Monday, October 20th, 2025

Plymouth, MI (November 2025) – EOTECH is diversifying its portfolio with the introduction of the DCBL line of firearm suppressors. The DCBL suppressor series embodies the pinnacle of modern suppressor design, integrating advanced materials, user-centric features, and a perfect balance of weight and suppression. The 3D-printed, Grade 5 Titanium, flow-through design, makes it a cleaner shot process with reduced recoil.

DCBL suppressors are precision-engineered and designed for exceptional sound suppression, recoil mitigation, and operational reliability. Featuring a proprietary Breathable Technology, DCBL suppressors actively stabilize internal pressure while reducing blowback and minimizing back pressure to the weapon system. This translates to smoother cycling, reduced carbon buildup, and enhanced shooter control.

Its monolithic, corrosion-resistant construction is built to withstand harsh operational environments, including salt air, extreme temperatures, and prolonged courses of fire. A Cerakote finish in either Matte Black or Tan provides added durability.

“We literally have millions of customers from military and LE to hunters and recreational shooters” said Aaron Hampton, President of Product Management. “Our goal with the DCBL line of suppressors is to provide these customers, as well as others, with a premium product that will enhance their rifle platform while providing a comfortable, hearing-safe shooting experience”. DCBL suppressors are available in three calibers- 5.56, 7.62, and 9mm PCC. The 5.56/7.62 cans come equipped with a hub and KFM flash hider, while the 9mm PCC will directly thread onto pistol caliber carbines. The patterned, exterior design provides increased surface area for heat dissipation as well as traction for attachment and removal.

“EOTECH is excited to enter into the suppressor market” said Tom Hadt, President of Sales and Marketing.

“Suppressors are becoming a standard piece of equipment on today’s modern firearms, and we feel our expertise in producing products designed around professional users will carry over into the development of high-performance sound suppressors”.

Built for the professional user, DCBL suppressors deliver suppression without compromise. MSRP for the DCBL 556 and 762 is $1,099 and $999 for the DCBL 9PCC.

For more information, please visit www.eotechinc.com

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GA-ASI Selected to Support US Navy CCA Design Effort

Monday, October 20th, 2025

SAN DIEGO – 17 October 2025 – General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) has been contracted by the U.S. Navy to develop conceptual designs for a Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) to support the carrier air wing of tomorrow.
GA-ASI was selected to work on Navy CCA designs emphasizing a modular approach to platform selection, capable of being rapidly reconfigured and upgraded to meet changing mission requirements, including operations on and from aircraft carriers. GA-ASI’s approach supports the Navy’s revolutionary acquisition strategy of smaller, frequent purchases that enable rapid technology insertion rather than traditional long-lifecycle programs.

GA-ASI’s Navy CCA contract follows its selection to design and fly the U.S. Air Force’s first CCA, the YFQ-42A. A production-representative unmanned fighter, YFQ-42A was the first Air Force CCA to begin flight testing in August, another historic achievement for the company.

“We’re honored by the vote of confidence from the U.S. Navy and we’re eager to put what we’ve built to work for the future fleet,” said GA-ASI President David R. Alexander. “No one has more experience than we do with unmanned combat aircraft and we’re leveraging that to help the Navy get this capability onto the flight deck fast.”

CCAs are highly capable, semi-autonomous jet fighters that complement and enhance traditional, human-piloted combat aircraft. Produced in high quantities at comparatively low cost, they let commanders shift risk away from human flight crews, enhance the sensing and other capabilities of legacy aircraft formations, increase lethality of the air wing, and maximize operational flexibility across the board.

GA-ASI has configured all its unmanned combat air vehicles (UCAV) to be AMS-GRA compliant, including XQ-67A, YFQ-42A and MQ-20 Avenger®. GA-ASI rapidly reconfigured and upgraded its modular XQ-67A Off-Board Sensing Station, an autonomous-capable unmanned jet built under contract from the Air Force Research Laboratory that achieved first flight in 2024. GA-ASI has pioneered unmanned jet operations for more than 17 years, beginning with the MQ-20 Avenger in 2008, and has extensive experience working with the U.S. Navy and other nations on carrier-based unmanned aircraft operations.

The Navy’s CCA design will emphasize seamless coordination among manned fighters, uncrewed vehicles and support platforms; accommodate elevated risk profiles and reduce risk to crewed platforms; support and enhance 4th- and 5th-generation aircraft and complement 6th-generation aircraft; and maximize operational flexibility, cost efficiency and mission effectiveness.

At the UK’s Farnborough Air Show in 2024, GA-ASI announced its company-developed concept for ship-based CCA operations, codenamed Gambit 5. GA-ASI’s Gambit Series envisions multiple CCA variants rapidly reconfigured from a common Gambit Core, enabling substantial commonality for rapid and affordable production at scale.

GA-ASI has recorded numerous recent aviation milestones with its aircraft at sea. In 2023, the short takeoff and landing demonstrator known as Mojave launched from and landed aboard the British aircraft carrier HMS Prince of Wales. In 2024, Mojave took off from the South Korean amphibious assault ship Dokdo and flew to a naval base ashore.

GA-ASI has developed more than two dozen different types of unmanned aircraft and delivered more than 1,200 units to customers, building more than 100 aircraft per year at its 5 million-square-foot manufacturing facility in Poway, Calif. GA-ASI aircraft have amassed 9 million total flight hours and more than 50 GA-ASI aircraft are aloft around the world every minute of every day.

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Major Order Worth Over €300 Million: Rheinmetall to Supply Armoured Medical Facilities for Deployment Near the Front Line

Sunday, October 19th, 2025

Rheinmetall has received an order from the Federal Office of Bundeswehr Equipment, Information Technology and In-Service Support (BAAINBw) to supply highly mobile medical facilities to the German Armed Forces. The framework agreement concluded in September 2025 has an initial call-off value of over €300 million. The first of these protected, highly mobile medical facilities, which meet NATO Role 2B standards, is scheduled to be delivered to the Bundeswehr as a series model in 2029. The systems are intended for use by the German brigade in Lithuania, among others. The contract will be implemented by Rheinmetall Project Solutions GmbH.

Each of the medical facilities consists of a total of eleven vehicles with associated multifunctional containers. The contract is valid until 2040 and allows for the ordering of additional systems.

The containers remain on the vehicles during operation. These are military HX trucks from Rheinmetall MAN Military Vehicles. This makes the medical facilities highly mobile and allows them to be deployed in national and alliance defence operations in line with the threat situation. Seriously injured personnel can thus be treated close to the front line. In terms of mobility and protection, there is currently no comparable system available in NATO.

With the Role 2B medical facilities now on order, the Bundeswehr will have a highly mobile, protected system for life-saving emergency surgery and intensive care in the immediate vicinity of mechanised land forces. ‘This will enable us to provide our soldiers on the ground with the best possible medical care,’ said Dr Deniz Akitürk, Managing Director of Rheinmetall Project Solutions GmbH.

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Kopin and THEON International Advance Alliance Following Regulatory Approval of $15M Agreement & Additional $8M Joint Development

Sunday, October 19th, 2025

Kopin gains significant access to the European and NATO defense market
Accelerates development of critical technologies
Further strengthens Kopin’s balance sheet
Fixed conversion price of $3.00 per share on $7 million convertible preferred stock issuance

WESTBOROUGH, Mass. – Kopin Corporation (NASDAQ: KOPN) a leading provider of application-specific optical systems and high-performance microdisplays for defense, training, enterprise, industrial, consumer and medical products, announces a $15.0 million strategic investment agreement by Theon International Plc (Euronext Amsterdam: THEON), a globally recognized developer and manufacturer of advanced thermal imaging and night vision systems for global defense and thermal imaging markets.

Upon closing the parties will enter into a licensing and development agreement and funding agreements. Theon will invest $8.0 million into Kopin’s subsidiary in Dalgety Bay, Scotland, supporting co-developed products for Europe, Southeast Asia, and NATO countries, enabling collaborative initiatives across key global regions. In exchange for the $8.0 million Theon will receive a 49% equity interest in Kopin Europe. The parties anticipate performing joint development and production activities at Kopin’s wholly owned subsidiary in Reston, Virginia USA.

In addition, Theon will purchase $7.0 million of preferred shares from Kopin convertible into common stock at a fixed conversion price of $3.00 per share. Kopin will have the ability to force the conversion to common stock, once Kopin’s stock trades at $4.50 or higher for a period of 10 trading days within a 30 consecutive trading day period as defined in the agreements. The preferred shares carry an annual dividend of 4% payable in cash and stock. The $15.0 million investment is subject to standard closing conditions including obtaining necessary regulatory approval and is expected to close in Kopin’s fiscal third quarter.

“We are glad to be partnering up with KOPIN to realize their strategy of supplying complete systems directly to end users using novel micro-displays,” said Christian Hadjiminas, THEON’s CEO. “THEON’s extended A.R.M.E.D. product line of Augmented Reality solutions for the dismounted solder will be a vehicle for co-developments between the two companies enabling and expanding resources on KOPIN’s facilities in Reston (VA) that becomes Theon USA ‘s new industrial location. KOPIN’s engineering, components, and market reach will increase THEON’s US market penetration, while THEON’s global footprint in the rest of the world, along with the European jointly owned company KOPIN Europe (Scotland, UK) will ensure KOPIN’s products as well as the new co-developed products by KOPIN and THEON will be globally promoted. A true U.S. and European alliance for the present and future in the digital man portable space.”

Michael Murray, Chairman and CEO of Kopin stated, “Theon’s investment reflects our confidence in the relationship and the value we see in working together. The investment is expected to accelerate revenue growth in new markets, scale existing operations and better leverage our manufacturing infrastructure. Partnering with a world class international organization like Theon – one that believes in our future and shares in our vision – comes at a pivotal time as global defense spending continues to rise and a transformative milestone in Kopin’s evolution.”

This strategic relationship is expected to elevate Kopin’s position as a global player in microdisplays and application specific optical solutions for defense applications, and drive innovation, expand market reach, and reinforce Kopin’s role in delivering mission-critical optical technologies to allied defense forces worldwide.

Advisors

Stifel is acting as exclusive financial advisor and placement agent to Kopin.

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SIG SAUER Responds to New Jersey Attorney General’s Latest Attack on Firearms Industry

Friday, October 17th, 2025

NEWINGTON, N.H., (October 17, 2025) – New Jersey Attorney General Platkin (D) filed a complaint against SIG SAUER, making numerous false and unsubstantiated claims about the P320. This false information requires immediate clarification and remedy.

AG Platkin’s assertion that the Modular Handgun System (MHS) program would not accept SIG SAUER’s submission because testing by the U.S. Army deemed it “unsafe” without a manual safety is outright false. The MHS program solicitation required all firearm manufacturers’ bids include pistols with manual safeties. The Government assured all bidders it would discontinue testing and eliminate a competitor from further consideration if the testing process uncovered any safety issue. SIG SAUER was not eliminated from the competition, but in fact was awarded the contract for the military’s official sidearm.

The Attorney General’s office further stated that an FBI Ballistics Research Facility report claimed one of the safety mechanisms of the P320 can be disabled without any pressure on the trigger. This is also false. SIG SAUER engineers worked directly with the FBI and the Michigan State Police, who commissioned the report, to conduct a comprehensive battery of follow-on tests. The tests resulted in zero failures and today the Michigan State Police confidently issue their officers P320 pistols.

Contrary to the baseless allegations, SIG SAUER has always and will continue to put the safety and security of the US Military, the law enforcement community, consumers, and the public first. AG Platkin’s statement that the P320 can fire uncommanded is also incorrect. To date, nearly twenty (20) P320 lawsuits have been dismissed. Despite years of litigation, plaintiffs’ “experts” have been repeatedly excluded from testifying after being unable to re-create a P320 discharge without a trigger pull. SIG SAUER intends to seek dismissal of AG Platkin’s baseless complaint.

The P320 pistol is one of the safest, most advanced pistols in the world. It meets and exceeds all industry safety standards. Its design has been thoroughly tested and validated by the U.S. Military and law enforcement agencies at the federal, state and local levels, along with several major global militaries. Since its development in 2014, the P320 has undergone more testing and technical review than virtually any other pistol in history.

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GA-ASI and Dutch Ministry of Defense Sign Agreement To Develop New Defense Capabilities

Friday, October 17th, 2025

WASHINGTON – 16 October 2025 – On October 16, General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) and the Dutch Ministry of Defence (MoD) signed an agreement to develop innovative defense capabilities starting with a small unmanned aircraft system (SUAS) designed to provide multi-role intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) capabilities. The new platform will be low cost and able to host a variety of operationally relevant payloads and capabilities.

The partnership envisions implementing a business model that will enable the platform to scale up to high-volume production to meet demand.

“This contract is the first step in a strategic partnership with the Dutch MoD that will ultimately contribute to the defense of Ukraine and NATO by creating a versatile European defense system,” said GA-ASI CEO Linden Blue.

GA-ASI is the world leader in UAS products and capabilities. The company is building on its established relationship with the Netherlands to create an urgently needed partnership to help defend Europe.

As part of the first phase of the contract, the Dutch MOD will collaborate with GA-ASI to establish UAS manufacturing capability.

Minister for Arms Procurement and Personnel Gijs Tuinman mentioned that this partnership is important: “Together with GA we will be increasing innovative SUAS capabilities and advancing technical knowhow in the Netherlands. This project is an example of strategic trans-Atlantic collaboration that supports our defense and technological base as we contribute to the defense of Ukraine and NATO by creating a versatile European defense system and working with a strong U.S. partner.”

VDL Defentec has been selected by GA-ASI to provide contract manufacturing of the new SUAS. VDL Defentec is based in the Netherlands and specializes in the development, engineering, subcontracting and production of military and special-purpose vehicles and other platforms. GA-ASI will work closely with VDL and provide detailed knowledge about the design, manufacture, logistics, and support of the new SUAS.

“We are excited having been selected by General Atomics and we are proud to support Dutch MOD to create, together with GA-ASI, this unique capability for the Netherlands making our country and our allies more resilient,” said Paul Malcontent, managing director of VDL Defentec.

The new aircraft is expected to fly before the end of this year with low-rate initial production expected to commence in 2026 in both the U.S. and the Netherlands.

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SkyFi Enhances ATAK Plugin, Delivering High Resolution Commercial Satellite Imagery to Warfighters and First Responders

Friday, October 17th, 2025

Updates provide users across defense, public safety, and emergency management with enhanced control, flexibility, and security for field operations

AUSTIN, Texas, Oct. 16, 2025 — SkyFi, the leading Earth Intelligence Platform, today announced an update to its Android Team Awareness Kit (ATAK) plugin. The new release introduces a suite of powerful features designed to give tactical and remote teams unprecedented control over their Areas of Interest (AOIs) and imagery, ensuring mission readiness and security in any environment.

The SkyFi ATAK plugin supports tactical coordination, planning, and situational reference for public safety, municipal, disaster response, and defense teams operating on Android-based TAK devices.

“Our objective is to provide warfighters, first responders, emergency managers, and relief organizations the answers they need when they need them. By seamlessly integrating SkyFi’s Earth Intelligence capabilities into the workflows of our users, this ATAK plugin update is a direct reflection of that commitment,” said Kate van Dam, head of government at SkyFi. “With these more intuitive controls and robust offline capabilities, we are making critical data accessible to teams on the ground so that they can make informed decisions with confidence, no matter the mission or conditions.”

The upgrade further enhances users’ ability to access high resolution commercial satellite imagery inside the Android Team Awareness Kit (ATAK) environment. Built with GoTAK, the plugin connects SkyFi’s platform to field operations in real time, without the need for a custom server or specialized hardware.

Users will now have access to advanced AOI management tools, including the ability to manually draw, name, and save custom polygons. The update also streamlines the process of defining new AOIs by allowing operators to use a pin drop, geographic coordinates, or their current location as a center point. This increased flexibility ensures precision and speed when tasking satellite imagery directly from the field.

Key upgrades also improve imagery management. With the introduction of automatic offline caching, operators can now access critical satellite imagery even in disconnected environments. Additionally, users can better organize and share their data by favoriting, archiving, and sorting images by date, provider, or AOI, ensuring critical intelligence is always at their fingertips.

The latest version of the SkyFi ATAK plugin is now available via the Google Play store. An updated Operator Manual will also be provided to ensure teams can fully leverage these new capabilities.

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SylvanSport Unveils GO. Rapid Response: The All-In-One Lightweight Tactical Hauler, Trailer and Shelter Engineered for First Responders, Military and Disaster Relief

Friday, October 17th, 2025

Brevard, NC – [October 16, 2025] – In the wake of mounting disastrous events from hurricanes, fires, earthquakes, and floods and growing demand for fast-deploying field equipment, SylvanSport today announced the launch of its GO. Rapid Response tactical trailer — a next-generation of lightweight, tow-anywhere tactical hauler, trailer and shelter designed for first responders, emergency managers, defense units, and humanitarian organizations.

The debut comes one-year after Hurricane Helene devastated communities surrounding SylvanSport’s headquarters in Western North Carolina, and underscored the need for adaptable, fast-deploying equipment. When access routes failed, and power and communication grids collapsed, response teams needed versatile, self-contained systems that could move quickly and sustain operations independently.

“Living through Helene, we saw first-hand how response organizations from local fire stations all the way up to the National Guard were constrained by bulky, slow-to-deploy equipment” said Tom Dempsey, founder and CEO of SylvanSport.

GO. Rapid Response bridges that gap — it’s compact, agile, and purpose-built for missions that demand speed and flexibility. “We saw how devastating a natural disaster can be for a community and the need for equipment that can aid first responders getting into hard to reach places, Dempsey added.”

Hundreds of mission-critical applications. One VERY unique solution.

GO. Rapid Response is the incredibly versatile, go-anywhere, carry-anything tactical trailer from SylvanSport. Lightweight and towable by any vehicle in your fleet, GO. Rapid Response easily transforms from transporter to hauler to shelter — all in one self-contained unit. From dense urban centers to remote, off-grid terrain, GO. Rapid Response is ready.

“We worked with local North Carolina search and rescue teams to find out what they needed when it came to equipment when disaster strikes and started doing our own research to bring this product to life,” said Kyle Mundt, VP Product Development, SyvanSport. “It’s a very adaptable product and we’re looking forward to future technology advances to make Go. Rapid Response the tactical trailer to fit even more multifaceted needs.”

Built from high-strength aluminum with an off-road suspension and low center of gravity, it’s compact enough for tight maneuvers yet rugged enough for rough conditions. In minutes, it converts from a cargo hauler to a mobile shelter, command unit, or triage station — a multi-role platform built to move, deploy, and sustain operations anywhere.

The newest dealer to join SylvanSport in their mission to bring Go. Rapid Response to search and rescue teams is Hendrickson Fire Rescue in Islandia, NY.

“Partnering with GO. Rapid Response is a natural fit for Hendrickson Fire Rescue Equipment,” said Craig Probst, President. “Our team is dedicated to supporting fire and rescue teams with reliable, ready-to-deploy solutions, and the GO Rapid Response enhances that mission by giving departments greater flexibility and readiness when it matters most.”

The company is currently exploring additional dealers in the U.S. and Canada.

Mission-Ready Features

Ultra-Lightweight Design:
Only ~1,200 lbs dry weight; towable by SUVs, EVs, tactical, or municipal vehicles.

High Payload Capacity:
Up to 2,150 lbs GVWR (2,300 lbs with suspension upgrade).

Rapid Deployment:
Transforms from transport to shelter mode in minutes.

Rugged Construction:
All-aluminum frame, steel wheels, all-terrain tires, and roto-molded components.

Command-Ready Interior:
Configurable 10.5? × 7? × 6?5? space for cots, gear racks, or comms equipment.

Power & Lighting Options:
Integrated LED scene/work lighting, solar power, 12 V and 120 V outputs.

Custom Agency Fit:
MOLLE mounts, rack systems, slide-out drawers, branding and graphics available.

Available under GSA Contract # GS-35F-698GA, partnered with Tomahawk Information Solutions, GO Rapid Response simplifies procurement for federal, state, and local agencies.

Part of a Proven Family of Adventure and Utility Products

SylvanSport’s evolution into tactical and emergency mobility builds upon its award-winning outdoor engineering. Each model complements GO Rapid Response to serve distinct roles across both mission and lifestyle use:

GO EASY™ Utility Trailer:
A compact hauler for gear, ATVs, or emergency supplies.

TraiLOFT™ Micro Camper:
Lightweight and aerodynamic, combining gear transport with sleeping space for field teams.

LOFT™ Rooftop Tent:
A hard-shell, weather-proof shelter that sets up in seconds on any vehicle.

VAST™ Adventure Trailer:
A spacious off-grid command and housing solution for extended deployments.

Together, these models embody SylvanSport’s mission to combine mobility, sustainability, and resilience — from backcountry recreation to front-line response.

Built for Response. Ready for Anything.

From wildfire evacuations and hurricane recovery to defense training and homeland security support, GO Rapid Response delivers hundreds of mission-critical applications in one adaptable platform. It bridges the gap between large, slow-to-deploy vehicles and makeshift field solutions, giving teams a lightweight, American-made tool for the modern response environment.

“Preparedness starts with mobility,” Dempsey added. “Our trailers are designed to go where other equipment can’t. That’s why we built GO. Rapid Response — to empower the people who run toward the crisis, not away from it.”

Availability & Demonstrations

SylvanSport will exhibit the GO. Rapid Response line at upcoming Defense Tech Connect, Fire-Rescue International, and IAEM Emergency Management Expos throughout 2025. Demonstrations and procurement consultations are available upon request.

About SylvanSport

Founded in Brevard, North Carolina, SylvanSportdesigns and manufactures award-winning adventure trailers, campers, and outdoor systems recognized for their lightweight engineering and durable design. Since 2004, the company has redefined how people move through the world — from everyday explorers to emergency responders.

For more information or to request a demonstration, visit

www.sylvansport.com/rapid-response

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