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Enforce Tac 2024: Still a Key Player in the Industry

Wednesday, February 14th, 2024

Enforce Tac, the exhibition for members of security agencies and the armed forces, is investing heavily in the visitor experience during the upcoming event from 26 to 28 February 2024, while maintaining a clear focus on internal and external security.

Enforce Tac bolsters commitment to security and cooperation: Scandinavian-German Defence Symposium launches at Enforce Tac 2024

The team headed by Exhibition Director Isabelle Teufert has announced another premiere for Enforce Tac 2024. “We keep a close eye on developments within the industry and adapt to new needs by developing pragmatic solutions,” explains Teufert. “In this case, we are focussing on international procurement processes, especially between Scandinavia and Germany, in line with the current increased procurement needs.”

Norway and Germany currently have one of the largest partnerships for defence and economic projects in Europe. At the same time, NATO is welcoming Sweden and Finland, which further strengthens the alliance. These developments are enough to underpin the thematic focus set for Enforce Tac 2024 in collaboration with initiators David Faller (Solid Ground) and Dr. Christian Wildhagen (Nordisk Konsult).

In addition to Faller and Wildhagen, stakeholders from the German Armed Forces Planning Office, the International Chamber of Commerce Norway, MIDSEC Norge and the Federation of German Security and Defence Industries (BDSV) will also be in attendance.

“The aim of the symposium is to promote and intensify closer relationships, provide insights into the future requirements of the armed forces, highlight challenges and explore opportunities for cooperation in procurement processes,” Teufert concludes, emphasising the central importance of the event and the Enforce Tac 2024 platform for the industry.

Enforce Tac 2024: 9,000 visitors expected

“The number of exhibitor enquiries remains at a high level. Halls 7A and 7 are fully booked,” says Thomas Mahler, Sales Manager of Enforce Tac, reflecting on current sales. Visitors can therefore look forward to an unprecedented variety of exhibitors. The highly specialized products and services offered by the 680 exhibitors already registered for 2024 (2023: 544) will be complemented by the multifaceted supporting programme at this year’s Enforce Tac. In addition to the Enforce Tac VILLAGE, Enforce Tac TV and the Enforce Tac BLACKBOX, Enforce Tac 2024 has a whole raft of high-quality items on its programme.

Giving former special forces soldiers a stage

For the entire duration of Enforce Tac 2024, a book presentation for “Under the Sword: 15 Years in Special Forces Command” by former Special Forces Command soldier Christian Gerstner will be held in Hall 8. In this book, Gerstner describes his experiences from 15 years in Special Forces Command and his transformation from soldier to warrior.

Meet & Greet with Dom from FLASHBANG Magazine

Published quarterly, FLASHBANG Magazine is known for showcasing exclusive and never-before-seen photos. While society tends to highlight its heroes through the sensationalism of film stars and athletes, the dangerous missions of our special forces around the world mostly take place out of the media spotlight and under the radar of society’s attention. Dom, author, photographer and editor of the magazine, will be available for a meet-and-greet throughout the event in the walkway area of Hall 7A.

German Police University DHPol organizes “Weapons and protective equipment” conference

At the conference for weapons and protective equipment, users can find out about new developments in equipment and handling service weapons. DHPol is organizing an all-day event

on this theme in the Sydney Room, NCC Ost, on the second day of the event.

UAV DACH organizes another technical discussion

On Day 2 of Enforce Tac 2024, UAV DACH (the Association for Unmanned Aircraft) will once again hold a technical discussion, hosted by the “Public Security and Defence” working group in the Milan Room, NCC Mitte, from 15:00 to 17:00.

Bayern Innovativ side event

On the last day of Enforce Tac 2024, Bayern Innovativ GmbH is hosting the “Bayern Innovativ TechHUB Lunch” with the motto of “meeting, interacting and networking”. In addition to Bavaria’s State Secretary for Economic Affairs Tobias Gotthardt and Bayern Innovativ management board members Dr Rainer Sessner and Dr Matthias Konrad, participants will include many representatives of Bavarian-based companies and start-upsfrom the security and defence industry.

Enforce Tac exhibitor evening

“We want to offer our industry a suitable platform to develop promising prospects and jointly strengthen the internal and external security of Germany and Europe – with enough time for dialogue and sufficient space for the growing range of exhibitors,” Teufert asserts. “Of course, an exhibitor evening with good food, drinks and discussions is a must,” she concludes.

This year’s exhibitor evening will take place on level 3 of NCC Ost from 18:00 on the second day of the event, with the theme of “Noche Cubana”.

Enforce Tac Fitness Test

Visitors who enjoy physical activity should pay a visit to Stand 8-225 in Hall 8, where they can take part in a cross-functional physical test with Sahin Kovancisoy from RCFN Fitness.

Save the date

The next Enforce Tac will be held at the Exhibition Centre Nuremberg from 26 to 28 February 2024. Industry professionals visiting Enforce Tac can look forward to an exhibition area of 29,940 m² in 2024 (2023: 22,000 m²). Further information can be found at: www.enforcetac.com

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High Speed Gear Launches Innovative SF Wrap Pads Redefining Comfort and Versatility in Tactical Gear

Tuesday, February 13th, 2024

SWANSBORO, N.C. – February 13th, 2024 – High Speed Gear®, manufacturer of the official magazine pouch of the Marine Corps, the TACO®- proudly unveils its latest innovation, the SF Wrap Pads. HSG® is setting a new standard in user comfort and adaptability within the tactical gear industry. Featuring G-Form’s patented SmartFlex™ Non-Newtonian impact additive technology, these revolutionary pads are meticulously designed to mitigate shock, effectively reducing fatigue by dampening the transfer of energy to the end user.

The HSG SF Wrap Pads showcase a versatile design, allowing for a wide range of configurations to meet various support needs. One of the distinctive advantages of the SF Wrap Pads is their compatibility with most plate carrier shoulder straps, belts, and weapon slings, significantly improving user comfort across multiple tactical gear components. The material’s adaptable nature allows customization by trimming with scissors to achieve a personalized fit. Pair the SF Wrap Pads with products from High Speed Gear like the Apex™ Sling, Apex™ ER Sling, Core Plate Carrier, Operator Belt, etc.

Key Features of the HSG SF Wrap Pads:

SmartFlex™ Non-Newtonian Impact Additive: Reduces fatigue by attenuating shock and energy transfer.

Versatile Design: Accommodates various configurations to meet diverse support requirements.

Compatible with Various Gear Components: Fits most plate carrier shoulder straps, belts, and weapon slings.

Customizable Fit: Material can be trimmed for personalized adjustments.

Accommodates Straps up to 2.5 Inches Wide: Ensures versatility across different gear sizes.

Water-Resistant Closed-Cell Material: Does not absorb water, maintaining durability and reliability in various environments.

Proudly Made in the USA; Berry Amendment Compliant: Ensures high-quality and compliance standards.

“Using SmartFlex™, we were able to reduce the amount of transmitted force to the wearer by 76% compared to standard EVA foam and HSGI’s legacy pads,” shared Shawn Connor, VP of Strategic Partnerships for G-Form. Together, G-Form and HSG designed a solution compatible with Shoulders, Crew Served Weapons slings, backpacks, plate carriers, belts, Cable management and more.”

“Conventional load carriage padding options have been limiting comfort for users for decades. They’ve been dealing with impact, fatigue, and discomfort and we knew this had to change,” said Dave Jackson, Director of Government Sales at High Speed Gear Products Group. “High Speed Gear has developed the game-changing, SF Wrap Pads with the use of technology from G-Form that brings users a thin, lightweight, comfortable, impact absorbing system.”

The launch of the SF Wrap Pads demonstrates High Speed Gear’s and G-Form’s dedication to providing revolutionary, high-quality products that redefine user experience in the field.

Available for purchase throughout the HSG Authorized Dealer network and also on the website at www.highspeedgear.com

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Accelerator for the Future Combat Air System Successfully Completed: Start-Ups Selected

Tuesday, February 13th, 2024

Taufkirchen, 12 February 2024 – Thirteen weeks of intensive work lie behind them: In August 2023, HENSOLDT Ventures and Starburst invited start-ups and mentors to apply for the Future Combat Air System (FCAS) Accelerator. The aim of the accelerator was to create an ecosystem for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and start-ups to develop dual-use and defence applications for FCAS. The results of the FCAS Accelerator were presented at the closing event in Taufkirchen, with Member of the Bundestag Florian Hahn, HENSOLDT CEO Thomas Müller and HENSOLDT Chief Strategy Officer Celia Pelaz also in attendance.

“For the future-oriented FCAS project, we need new ideas and the courage to implement them – which is why we focused explicitly on players who are not yet firmly anchored in the security and defence industry. With the accelerator, we set ourselves the goal of identifying and selecting first-class innovators,” said Celia Pelaz, Chief Strategy Officer at HENSOLDT. “We have succeeded in doing just that.”

Almost 70 companies responded to the call to apply for the accelerator. HENSOLDT and the CPT selected nine of them for a boot camp with twelve mentors, focusing on the discovery and development of solution concepts for FCAS and examining long-term integration into the FCAS programme. This included an exchange with military leaders, but also a presentation of the NATO Innovation Fund, the European Defence Fund (EDF) and the EU Defence Innovation Scheme (EUDIS).

“The three start-ups we will be working with for FCAS are focusing on artificial intelligence, disruptive sensors and electronic materials and components, respectively. More specifically, this involves a new type of chip-based parallel computing cloud platform, the development and production of cooled high-end infrared detectors and new types of metal bonding processes with higher conductivity and efficiency,” explained Moritz Pichler, Executive responsible for HENSOLDT Ventures. There will also be collaboration with two other start-ups.

Member of the German Bundestag Florian Hahn, CSU, paid tribute: “What we are seeing today at the FCAS Accelerator closing event is that start-ups are able to make a decisive contribution to high-tech projects.” He added: “They all represent what we need in Germany and Europe: Courageous people who are pioneers and develop technology that will determine our security in the future.”

A further accelerator programme is currently being planned and could start as early as autumn 2024.

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Mayman Aerospace and Savback Helicopters Ink Deal for 300 Speeder High-Speed VTOL Air Utility Vehicles for European Defense Applications

Tuesday, February 13th, 2024

Long Beach, CA /12 February 2024 – Mayman Aerospace, US-based manufacturer of the Speeder Air Utility Vehicle (AUV), and Savback Helicopters, the independent helicopter and fixed-wing sales specialist, proudly announce the signing of a Letter of Intent (LOI) for the procurement of 300 AI-ready Speeder P100 aircraft. Building upon a 2022 LOI for 25 Speeders, this strategic agreement focuses on the latest attritable P100 model, marking a significant leap forward in their partnership.

With a value exceeding US$120 million, the LOI outlines Savback Helicopters’ plan to begin receiving its initial Speeders around Q4 2025, with deliveries continuing through Q2 2027. Recognizing Speeder’s exceptional maneuverability, high-speed capabilities, and substantial payload capacity, Michael Savback, Chairman of Savback Helicopters, said: “Speeder is an outstandingly versatile machine, and we are proud to announce this expanded agreement with Mayman Aerospace. With its advanced VTOL technology, we are confident that Speeder will meet European defense operators’ complex mission requirements.”

Mayman Aerospace is strategically adapting the Speeder family of Air Utility Vehicles to seamlessly integrate with a wide range of battlefield management systems. The P100 model will be equipped for autonomous operation in a networked battlespace, achieve speeds approaching Mach 0.75, and carry a payload of 100lb. The Speeder family of VTOL aircraft will expand to include P400 (400lb payload) and P1000 (1000lb payload) variants.

This agreement further solidifies the existing collaboration between the two innovative companies. Savback Helicopters was appointed as the exclusive marketing and sales representative for the Speeder in the Nordic countries in June 2022, and this expanded LOI reflects its growing confidence in the aircraft.

Mayman Aerospace’s CEO and founder, David Mayman comments on Speeder AUV platform’s potential in defense applications: “This LOI with Savback Helicopters demonstrates the Speeder AUV platform’s real-world military market demand. We are delivering an aircraft ready for integration into the next-generation AI-managed battlefield. The Speeder system delivers essential value for defense applications through its ease of deployment, reduced operational cost and extensive capabilities. We are excited to be working under contract with the US Department of Defense to further develop and certify the Speeder range of aircraft and anticipate high-speed Speeder P100 testing in Q3 2024.”

The jet-powered Speeder, based on scalable technology, takes off and lands vertically, and is capable of moving heavy payloads at very high speeds. It is fully reusable and outpaces electric drones and eVTOLs while being faster, more compact, and more cost-effective than traditional helicopters.

www.MaymanAerospace.com

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Schiebel Abu Dhabi Significantly Expands for Camcopter S-300

Monday, February 12th, 2024

Vienna, 6 February 2024 – Schiebel is extensively increasing its capabilities in Abu Dhabi to expand the development and production of the long-endurance, heavy-lift-capable CAMCOPTER® S-300 Unmanned Air System (UAS).

The expansion of Schiebel’s facility in the UAE follows the award of a significant contract for the supply of the CAMCOPTER® S-300 UAS with sophisticated sensor suites for the South Korean Navy.

In addition to being designed to deliver significant persistence, the S-300 is capable of carrying up to 250 kg of payloads. With its unrivalled, exceptional performance and multi-sensor capability, the new UAS is ideal for Intelligence, Surveillance, Target Acquisition and Reconnaissance (ISTAR) missions, such as submarine detection and early threat warning of missiles, as well as resupply missions requiring heavy lift over long distances in complex terrain.

“Having been at the forefront of VTOL UAS development and delivery for the last 20 years, Schiebel continues to listen to the market needs and by adding the S-300 to our product portfolio we are filling the gap for a long-endurance, heavy-lift UAS. Given our successful history in the region, our Abu Dhabi location is the logical choice for executing this exciting project,” said Hans Georg Schiebel, Chairman of the Schiebel Group.

Schiebel had its major breakthrough into the global UAS market in 2005, with the UAE being the launch customer for the operationally proven and highly successful CAMCOPTER® S-100. As such, the Middle East region has always been a major focus for the Schiebel Group.

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SIG Webstore Celebrates Valentine’s Day with Exclusive ROSE by SIG SAUER Bundle

Monday, February 12th, 2024

NEWINGTON, N.H., (February 12, 2024) – On Valentine’s Day, SIG SAUER is offering an exclusive Valentine’s Day bundle at sigsauer.com; the bundle includes a ROSE ROMEO-X Compact, ROSE FOXTROT-EDC Flashlight, and the first fifty to purchase the webstore Valentine’s Day Bundle will have access to a personalized Cameo video message from Lena.

“The red dot and flashlight are must-have ROSE accessories, and with the excitement of the Valentine’s Day launch we wanted to do a little more to make it extra special for the ladies,” said Lena Miculek, Team SIG professional shooter. “To honor your Valentine, surprise her with these essential EDC accessories and give her the gift of ROSE.”

The ROSE by SIG SAUER™ Valentine’s Day Bundle includes the purchase of a ROSE ROMEO-X red-dot and ROSE FOXTROT-EDC flashlight for the bundle price of $519.99. The first fifty to purchase the bundle on Valentine’s Day will receive a unique code to develop a personalized Cameo message from Team SIG professional shooter and ROSE visionary, Lena Miculek (valued at $165).

The ROSE ROMEO-X red dot and ROSE FOXTROT-EDC flashlight will be available on sigsauer.com on Valentine’s Day, Wednesday, February 14th.

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MATBOCK Monday – Lightweight Powerhouse

Monday, February 12th, 2024

The MATBOCK Berserker only weighs a little over 1lbs, and comes fully equipped with a 5.56 mag insert, kangaroo pouch, dual radio pouches, side armor pouches, shoulder pads, and 4-way stretch for versatile plate compatibility; it’s the last plate carrier you’ll ever need.

Using their proprietary Ghost Material, this carrier is super lightweight, extremely durable, and will have you running cooler than traditional materials on the market.

They have a cool feature with their radio pouches as well check out this clip:

To find out more about their carriers checkout www.matbock.com/collections/berserker or email them at sales@matbock.com.

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New EDC Accessories for ROSE by SIG SAUER Product Line

Sunday, February 11th, 2024

NEWINGTON, N.H., (February 9, 2024) – On Valentine’s Day, SIG SAUER will introduce two Everyday Carry (EDC) accessories for the ROSE by SIG SAUER™ product line – the ROSE ROMEO-X red dot sight and the ROSE FOXTROT-EDC handheld flashlight.

“The optic and flashlight are exciting accessory additions to the ROSE family because they introduce new skills and encourage growth for our community to continue their journey,” began Lena Miculek, Team SIG professional shooter. “The ROSE ROMEO-X red dot is the easiest upgrade to improve all aspects of shooting and takes minutes to install.”

The ROSE ROMEO-X red-dot sight from SIG SAUER Electro-Optics features custom ROSE branding to include a rose gold button cover, fiber optics, and engraving. The sight is designed to fit micro-compact pistols with P365 and Shield™ RMSc footprints, including the ROSE by SIG SAUER 9mm and 380 pistols, is crafted from 7075 aircraft-grade aluminum, and features machined anti-reflection grooves on shooter facing surfaces, distortion-free aspheric glass, with a patent-pending Beryllium Copper flexure-arm adjustment system. The ROSE ROMEO-X Series incorporates a high-efficiency point source red LED emitter with 2 MOA dot / 32 MOA circle reticle, side independent brightness adjustment buttons, 15 brightness settings including night vision settings, and a side-mounted CR1632 battery compartment with a threaded battery cap so the optic does not need to be removed from the pistol for battery changes. Additionally, the ROSE ROMEO-X offers a low deck height for standard-height iron sight co-witness, has a minimum continuous runtime of 20,000 hours at medium brightness setting and utilizes MOTAC™ (Motion Activated Illumination), MAGNETAC™ (Magnetic Activation), and D.A.R.C™ (Dark Adaptive Reticles & Coatings) technologies.

ROSE ROMEO-X Compact Specs:

Clear Aperture Diameter: 24mm

Reticle: 2MOA Dot / 32 MOA Circle

Lens Type: Asphere

Illumination Settings: 15 ( 12 Day / 3NV)

Overall Length: 1.62 inches

Overall Width: .94 inches

Overall Height: 1.23 inch

Mounting Footprint: 365 and SHIELD™ RMSc

Weight (w/o battery): 1.0 ounce

Battery: CR1632

MSRP: $559.99

View the product page on sigsauer.com.

“The ROSE FOXTROT-EDC is awesome for anyone getting into EDC because it’s so bright and the extra rechargeable battery makes it so you are never left in the dark,” continued Miculek.

The ROSE FOXTROT-EDC flashlight from SIG SAUER Electro-Optics features custom ROSE branding to include a rose gold anodized tailcap, bezel ring, and laser engraved flashlight body. With 1,350 Lumens and 33,000 Candela, the ROSE FOXTROT-EDC offers up to 1 hour of runtime powered by a rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery and is optimized to fit comfortably in pockets, pouches, purses, or packs with a deep carry pocket clip to compliment your ROSE by SIG SAUER pistol or as the start to your journey with ROSE. The flashlight includes two rechargeable batteries (one for use, and one to keep topped off for a hot swap) and a USB-C charging cable.