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Reptilia Introduces the ARCA-S Handguard: Direct-To-Tripod Capability In A Purpose-Built Rifle Handguard

Thursday, September 3rd, 2026

HILLSBOROUGH, NC – September 2026 – Reptilia Corp introduces the Arca-S Handguard, a purpose-built rifle handguard designed around a machined-in Arca-Swiss interface that provides direct-to-tripod capability without sacrificing the modularity of a modern M-LOK handguard.

Designed for shooters who rely on a tripod for stability, positional shooting, observation, or rapid rifle deployment, the Arca-S Handguard integrates a 2.8” Arca-S section at the rear of the handguard, where the rail meets the upper receiver. This location provides a rigid, repeatable mounting interface while keeping the remainder of the handguard clean and fully configurable.

“The goal was to integrate the Arca interface into the handguard rather than bolt another component onto the rifle,” said Reptilia. “The result is a cleaner, more capable system that gives the shooter direct access to a tripod while maintaining the M-LOK functionality they expect.”

At the center of the design is Reptilia’s patented turnbuckle mounting system, which provides a secure and repeatable attachment across standard AR15 upper receivers without adding unnecessary bulk. The handguard maintains full M-LOK compatibility, allowing shooters to configure their rifle with bipods, lights, and other accessories alongside the integrated Arca interface.

The Arca-S interface draws from the Arca-Swiss standard originally developed for precision photography and now widely adopted by shooters seeking fast attachment, smooth fore-and-aft adjustment, and a stable connection to a tripod. By machining the interface directly into the handguard, Reptilia eliminates the need for an additional Arca rail or adapter.

PURPOSE-BUILT. FULLY INTEGRATED.

The Arca-S Handguard is designed to provide a straightforward interface between rifle and tripod while maintaining the ergonomics and modularity expected from a modern fighting or precision-oriented rifle.

Key features include:

Integrated 2.8″ Arca-S interface at the rear of the handguard
Direct-to-tripod capability
Reptilia patented turnbuckle mounting system
Full M-LOK compatibility
Designed for standard AR15 upper receivers
Machined aluminum construction
Available in Black and FDE
Proudly made in the USA
Backed by a lifetime warranty against manufacturing defects

The Arca-S Handguard is available now – SHOP NOW

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Svenska Aerogel’s Customer Launches Fire-Resistant Coating Tailored for the Marine Industry

Wednesday, September 2nd, 2026

Svenska Aerogel’s (“the Company”) customer, a European manufacturer of paints and coatings, is launching a new industrial and fire-resistant coating for the marine industry. The Company’s aerogel material enhances the coating’s fire performance, thereby contributing to increased safety onboard vessels. The coating is intended for use on interior surfaces, such as walls and ceilings.

The customer’s product has been developed for commercial shipping and meets the applicable requirements set by the International Maritime Organization (IMO). The maritime sector is subject to stringent safety requirements, driving demand for fire-protective solutions. Such solutions play an important role in limiting the spread of fire and protecting structures and escape routes.

“We are pleased to see our material, Naerogel®, being used in a product that addresses a clear market need and, above all, contributes to increased safety for people onboard,” says Tor Einar Norbakk, CEO of Svenska Aerogel.

The fire-resistant coating will be sold on a project-by-project basis, and the customer has begun its sales activities.

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Curtiss-Wright to Provide Sensor Processing for Northrop Grumman’s Improved Threat Detection System

Wednesday, September 2nd, 2026

ITDS processor, paired with Northrop Grumman’s ATHENA sensor, will enhance aircraft and aircrew survivability

ASHBURN, Va. – Sept. 1, 2026 – Curtiss-Wright announced today that it was awarded an approximately $14 million contract from Northrop Grumman to provide sensor processing equipment supporting the Phase II development of the U.S. Army’s Improved Threat Detection System (ITDS), the future threat warning system designed to protect aircraft from air defense systems. The program aims to deliver advanced missile warning and threat detection capabilities across current and future U.S. Army aviation platforms, including the AH-64 Apache and MV-75 Cheyenne Future Long-Range Assault Aircraft.

Curtiss-Wright’s ITDS integrated processor provides a modular, ruggedized solution designed to ingest high-bandwidth sensor data, perform real-time processing and data fusion, and enable rapid integration of new capabilities within an open systems architecture that is purpose built for portability from platform to platform. Paired with Northrop Grumman’s Advanced Tactical Hostile Engagement Awareness (ATHENA) sensor, Curtiss-Wright’s integrated processor will enable timely missile warning and critical information flow across the platform to protect aircraft and aircrews.

“Combining Curtiss-Wright’s highly durable processing capability with Northrop Grumman’s ATHENA sensor will result in an unrivaled threat detection capability, providing the potential to protect aircrews from virtually any weapon system – air to air or surface to air – employed by our adversaries,” said Brian Perry, Senior Vice President and General Manager, Curtiss-Wright Defense Solutions. “Our integrated processor excels at rapidly processing and transporting large amounts of data in the most demanding environments, making it the optimal computing solution for latency-critical sense and response protection systems such as ITDS.”

Curtiss-Wright’s integrated processor utilizes MOSA- and SOSA aligned modules integrated within a conduction-cooled chassis designed for airborne deployment. High-speed optical interfaces and configurable I/O provide support for both modern digital sensors and legacy aircraft interfaces, enabling integration across a wide range of aircraft protection architectures. The integrated processor also delivers groundbreaking artificial intelligence-enabled compute architecture and real-time net-centric data sharing which ensures the platform can evolve alongside emerging sensor technologies, algorithms, and countermeasure systems.

About ATHENA

The ATHENA sensor is designed to enhance aircraft survivability by providing 360-degree situational awareness and high-resolution threat detection, capable of geolocating electro-optical/infrared (EO/IR) threats such as unmanned aerial systems, air to air missiles, anti-tank guided missiles, and rocket-propelled grenades.

About ITDS

ITDS will provide the capability to detect, classify, cue and declare on existing and emerging EO/IR threats. ITDS is designed to operate based on rapid threat classification and initiating the appropriate countermeasure system, such as directable infrared and/or expendable countermeasures. ITDS also provides appropriate hostile fire indications, differentiating between small arms and rocket threats.

ITDS will be a Future Airborne Capability Environment (FACE)-conformant and Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA)-compliant system, able to operate on a digital backbone. It will be composed of IR sensors, a processor, and a memory module.

For additional information about Curtiss-Wright Defense Solutions products, please visit defense-solutions.curtisswright.com and LinkedIn.

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Anduril to Deliver Hardware and Shelter Integration for Army’s TITAN Program

Wednesday, September 2nd, 2026

The U.S. Army has awarded Anduril a $65 million delivery order for production in support of the Tactical Intelligence Targeting Access Node (TITAN) program. The award was made through the Army Enterprise Agreement, which provides a streamlined contracting mechanism for the Army to procure Anduril products and capabilities. Under the delivery order, Anduril will produce and integrate hardware subsystems and mission shelters for TITAN, with Palantir serving as the program team lead.

Army units pull sensor data from a variety of satellites, aircraft, and ground systems. Processing and combining different forms of data traditionally relies on large, fixed infrastructure that is difficult to move and vulnerable to detection or attack. TITAN brings that capability into a mobile ground station.

TITAN fuses diverse sources of data into a common intelligence picture while in the field with combat units. This allows Soldiers to receive and act on real-time data in austere environments, rather than routing it back to a fixed command post. TITAN is designed to accelerate targeting and strike, freeing dependencies on older data processing methods.

Under the award, Anduril will deliver hardware for eight TITAN systems—four TITAN Advanced and four TITAN Basic. TITAN Advanced offers greater processing and integration capability, while the Basic variant provides greater mobility for rapid deployment.

Anduril will manufacture the ruggedized, vehicle-mounted systems and integrate the power, thermal, control, and operator subsystems that enable TITAN to function in the demanding environments in which Soldiers operate.

This award marks TITAN’s transition from prototyping to production.

Anduril has supported the program since 2021, serving as the lead hardware systems architect and incorporating Soldier feedback throughout the design and testing process. TITAN hardware is built at Anduril’s facility in Costa Mesa, California.

As the Army plans additional TITAN orders in FY27, Anduril is prepared to scale production and meet growing demand.

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Georgia State Court Dismisses P320 Case After Police Officer Admits the Trigger was Pulled

Tuesday, September 1st, 2026

SIG SAUER has now successfully obtained more than 20 P320 lawsuit dismissals

NEWINGTON, N.H., (September 1, 2026) – SIG SAUER, an industry-leading manufacturer of cutting-edge firearms, electro-optics, ammunition, and advanced concepts, issued a statement today after the Georgia State Court of DeKalb County dismissed with prejudice all claims in Jordan vs. SIG SAUER Inc. on August 26, 2026.

The plaintiff’s lawsuit stemmed from a May 23, 2022, police training incident and alleged a defect to the SIG SAUER P320 firearm. The officer whose firearm discharged admitted in a deposition that he inadvertently pulled the trigger, which caused the plaintiff’s injuries.

The plaintiff did not submit any expert reports to the contrary and did not oppose SIG SAUER’s motion asking the court to dismiss the case. As a result, the court dismissed with prejudice all claims against SIG SAUER, finding that the P320 “performed exactly as was expected.”

The dismissal in Georgia state court follows other recent successful P320 legal outcomes, including more than 20 dismissals via voluntary dismissals by the plaintiff who brought the cases, motions by the court, and defense verdicts from juries. It also follows an extensive U.S. military inspection affirming the pistol’s safety and reliability.

Following an inspection of 113,479 firearms and testing that included firing more than 1.5 million rounds, the U.S. Department of War concluded the pistol is “safe and reliable” and “all investigated incidents of alleged ‘uncommanded discharges’ have been traced back to the trigger being pulled, and not due to an issue with the firearm.”

An innovative strike-fired pistol trusted by the U.S. military, elite law enforcement, and federal agencies, the P320 is among the most tested, proven, and successful handguns in the world. It cannot under any circumstance discharge without a trigger pull, which has repeatedly been verified through testing by SIG SAUER, the U.S. military, law enforcement agencies, and independent labs.

For more information, visit www.P320Truth.com, a website dedicated to accurate information on the P320.

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American Rheinmetall Delivers First Lynx XM30 Combat Vehicle Prototype to US Army

Tuesday, September 1st, 2026

American Rheinmetall, Auburn Hills, MI, has successfully delivered the first of eight Lynx XM30 combat vehicle prototypes to the U.S. Army, marking a pivotal step in the competitive program to replace the legacy M2 Bradley Fighting Vehicle. Following its delivery, the initial prototype immediately enters government-led developmental and performance testing. This critical evaluation is a key component of the program’s broader Phase 3/4 Engineering and Manufacturing Development (EMD) contract valued at approximately $764 million, which encompasses digital design, physical prototyping, and full-system validation.

“Delivering our first prototype to the Army is an important step as the XM30 Combat Vehicle program enters a more visible phase,” said Matt Warnick, CEO of American Rheinmetall. “Team Lynx now has the opportunity to show the Army that we can deliver on the promise of a modern replacement for the Bradley.”

Later this year, American Rheinmetall will deliver the remaining seven prototypes, which will be used for operational unit training. This rollout runs parallel to the technical evaluations as part of the Army’s Transformation in Contact (TiC) 2.0 initiative, a modernization effort aimed at rapidly prototyping, testing, and fielding cutting-edge technology directly to deployed and training units. Once the vehicles clear initial military safety checks, Soldiers will immediately launch into active field maneuvers, an intensive training phase that culminates in large-scale combat simulations.

“Executing a parallel evaluation timeline requires a level of industrial agility that Team Lynx was built for,” Warnick noted. “We are proving that the U.S. Defense Industrial Base can move at the speed of operational relevance, stripping years off traditional development timelines to get the right capability to the Warfighter.”

The advanced prototype deliveries rely on a tightly orchestrated, multi-state production pipeline that underscores the agility and resilience of the U.S. Defense Industrial Base. Work begins with precision turret fabrication in Plymouth, Michigan, before sub-systems transition to Slidell, Louisiana, for final hull and chassis integration. Completed vehicles then enter comprehensive automotive shakeout trials to guarantee mechanical readiness, before returning to Louisiana for final paint and detailing. Integrating these separate facilities into a singular pipeline ensures strict quality control, with the process culminating in a joint inspection alongside the Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) prior to official government acceptance.

The Lynx XM30 is engineered to excel in complex operating environments that increasingly feature drones, precision weapons, and electronic warfare. In support of rapid technology integration over its service life, the platform incorporates a modular design and an adaptive open architecture. Most notably, the vehicle introduces a first-ever hybrid-electric powertrain to optimize power generation and battlefield mobility. As a digitally integrated fighting system with secure, real-time connectivity, the Lynx XM30 embeds the advanced intelligence required to ensure the crew and infantry squad maintain absolute battlefield survivability.

As the prime contractor, American Rheinmetall leads Team Lynx, an elite industrial coalition that combines the specialized capabilities of Textron Systems, Raytheon, L3Harris Technologies, Allison Transmission, and Anduril Industries, supported by a rapidly expanding network of domestic suppliers.

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Gentex Corporation Strengthens Allied Readiness, Equipping 20 NATO Nations Through NSPA Contract

Tuesday, September 1st, 2026

CARBONDALE, PA, September 1, 2026 – Gentex Corporation, a global leader in advanced personal protection and situational awareness solutions, today announced its continued support of Allied Forces worldwide through the NATO Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA) contract, equipping military personnel in more than 20 NATO nations with proven, mission-ready headborne systems and capabilities. The contract reinforces Gentex’s commitment to delivering trusted, high-performance solutions that enhance protection, interoperability, and operational effectiveness for allied partners.

Recent program awards further accelerate this momentum, reinforcing Gentex’s Ops-Core® brand’s position as a trusted partner to allied forces worldwide. Gentex’s Ops-Core was selected by the Czech Ministry of Defence to deliver next-generation helmet systems through an NSPA-managed procurement program, advancing modern headborne protection capabilities for deployed personnel. In parallel, a new order supporting the Canadian Army’s Soldier Systems Program includes the delivery of various helmet accessories, highlighting the growing global adoption of Ops-Core technologies designed to enhance survivability, connectivity, and mission effectiveness for today’s operators.

“The continued success we’ve seen through the NSPA contractshows the trust that Allied Forces place in our integrated headborne systems,” said Jim Clarke, Sales Director EMEAGround Systems at Gentex. “From ballistic protection to advanced communications and respiratory solutions, we are delivering scalable, mission-adaptable capabilities that support the evolving needs of the modern warfighter. We are proud to equip NATO nations with systems that enhance survivability, situational awareness, and overall mission effectiveness.”

Gentex headborne systems continue to be fielded across the Five Eyes alliance, supporting some of the world’s most demanding operational units. In the United States, systems are deployed with U.S. Special Operations Forces, the U.S. Army, and the U.S. Marine Corps. Allied deliveries extend to the United Kingdom’s Special Forces and Royal Marines, the New Zealand Army and Special Forces, and Australia’s Army and Special Operations. Designed for modern mission requirements, these systems provide operators with trusted protection, optimized weight, and seamless integration of critical capabilities across joint and coalition environments.

Through the NSPA contract, NATO and partner nations gain a streamlined pathway to procure Ops-Core headborne solutions – trusted, fully integrated systems designed to meet the highest operational and performance standards.

“Soldier protection, and ballistic helmets in particular, is becoming decisive in modern ground warfare, combining proven ballistic performance with low weight, adaptability and a high degree of configurability. Through the NATO Logistics Stock Exchange (NLSE) and standing long-term agreements, we give COMMIT nations access to some of the most advanced and combat-proven helmets and accessories on the market, at the speed of relevance, preparing their soldiers for a contemporary and highly lethal operational environment. NLSE places world-class product solutions within reach of the users, at no more than the distance of the production lead time,” said Céline Danielli, Programme Manager, General and Cooperative Services.

About the NATO Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA)
NSPA is the lead organization for multinational acquisition, support and sustainment to NATO nations in all domains. NSPA is a customer-funded agency, operating on a “no profit – no loss” basis. The Agency employs around 1,550 staff and is based in the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, with main operational centers in France, Hungary and Italy.

The COMMIT Support Partnership is comprised by 28 nations. Through its secure, web-based NATO Logistics Stock Exchange (NLSE) platform it offers acquisition, inventory management, logistics and mutual emergency support services to its customers.

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Mehler Protection Unveils Active Close-Range Counter-UAV System for Ships at SMM 2026

Tuesday, September 1st, 2026

KÖNIGSLUTTER, GERMANY (1 September 2026)

At SMM 2026, Mehler Protection is set to unveil SCILT NAVAL, a new active counter-UAV system developed specifically to protect ships from close-range threats.

The threat posed by unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) is evolving: Recent conflicts have demonstrated that even heavily armed warships can be vulnerable to small, low-cost drone systems deployed in large numbers. While modern naval forces have powerful air defence systems capable of engaging threats at long range, significant challenges remain when it comes to close- and very-close-range protection. This is particularly true in ports, when navigating confined waterways such as canals, during amphibious operations, aboard landing craft and at fixed maritime installations.

SCILT was developed specifically for this immediate threat zone, where large-scale air defence systems and formation-level counter-UAV solutions may no longer able to respond effectively.

It serves as an active last line of defence for individual vessels, bridging the gap between passive protection and large-scale air defence. The system is designed to counter small UAVs, including FPV drones, one-way attack systems and loitering munitions, and can engage both individual threats and multiple simultaneous attacks at close range.

Effectors, sensors and operating controls are integrated directly on board. The sensor suite includes electro-optical systems and additional close-range sensors for threat detection and to support operational decision-making. In its initial configuration, the system operates with a human in the loop. Further automation is planned as certification requirements and operational procedures permit.

The system uses three alert levels – detection, approach and engagement – and utilises commercially available shotgun calibres as effectors. Compared with the land-based version,

SCILT NAVAL offers a greater effective range and automatic reloading. Its effectors run the gamut from fragmentation to armour-piercing variants.

SCILT can be integrated into existing C2 and sensor systems. Where no suitable interface is available, the system can also operate autonomously using its own detection and engagement chain. Additional control and display units can be installed at multiple locations inside the vessel, giving the crew access to situational information and system controls where required.

SCILT has been developed over a period of approximately 18 months. A series of 48 tests examined factors including external and terminal ballistics, firing safety and fragment distribution, along with maritime environmental effects such as salt spray, corrosion, vibrations and wave impact. The results were used to determine the optimum effective range and effector configuration.

SCILT expands Mehler Protection’s existing portfolio of platform armour solutions for land, air and sea. The company provides protection solutions for helicopters, land vehicles and naval systems and is a key supplier to several German Navy vessels currently under construction.

Further information on Mehler Protection’s platform armour solutions: mehler-protection.com/platform-armour

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