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Warning Order: MAG Exchange 2026

Monday, June 15th, 2026

MAG Exchange 2026 for the Air National Guard and Air Reserve Component will be held 26 – 27, 2026 in Tucson, AZ and run concurrent with the ARC WEPTAC. Companies interested in exhibiting should contact PK at info@magexchangemil.com.

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Direct Action at Eurosatory 2026

Friday, June 12th, 2026

New product launches, live gear configuration presentations, and special guests from SFU GROM. Direct Action® invites you to visit its booth at Eurosatory 2026 in Paris.

Direct Action® will be present at Eurosatory 2026, taking place on June 15–19, 2026, in Paris, France. The brand willshowcase its latest solutions developed for special operations forces, military personnel, and law enforcement professionals operating in demanding environments.

Eurosatory is one of the world’s leading defense and security exhibitions, bringing together manufacturers, military representatives, and end users from across the globe. For Direct Action®, the event is an opportunity to meet professionals, exchange experience, and present gear developed around real operational requirements.

Experience Based Gear from Poland

Direct Action® is a Polish brand created by professionals for professionals. All equipment is designed and manufactured in Poland, with product development driven by the experienceand requirements of special operations personnel.

The Individual-as-a-System philosophy allows users to build complete equipment configurations tailored to a specific role, mission profile, and operational environment. Plate carriers, belts, pouches, panels, and accessories form a scalable ecosystem that adapts to mission requirements rather than forcing the user to adapt to the gear.

SFU GROM Veterans at the Booth

Visitors will have the opportunity to meet three veterans of Poland’s elite special operations unit SFU GROM: Grzegorz “Zwiru” Urbanski, Amadeusz “Zelazny” Szyszka, and special guest Ziemowit “Harnaz” Urbanowicz.

Ziemowit “Harnaz” Urbanowicz is the creator of the Urban Knife Fighting system. Drawing on years of operational experience and a deep interest in edged-weapon employment, he will share practical insights into close-quarters combat and operating in urban environments.

Zwiru will conduct live Direct Action® gear configuration presentations, demonstrating the logic behind building mission-specific setups for different operational roles and environments. Visitors will have the opportunity to ask questions, exchange experiences, and see the Individual-as-a-System philosophy applied in practice.

Zelazny will share firsthand experience from using Direct Action® equipment during real-world missions, where reliability, accessibility, and control are mission-critical.

New Products and Gear Configurations

At Eurosatory 2026, Direct Action® will present its latest products and solutions developed for modern military and special operations users. Visitors will be able to explore equipment configurations built around platforms such as Spitfire®, Spitfire® MK II, Spitfire® QR, Hellcat®, and Bearcat®, while discovering additional configuration options and system capabilities.

Equipment Ready for New Challenges

No Direct Action® exhibition would be complete without new products. This year’s showcase includes medical solutions, casualty evacuation equipment, new additions to the Vanguardapparel line, and modular accessories that further expand operator capabilities. Each product has been designed around practical requirements: rapid access, equipment control, mobility, and performance under load.

Havoc Assault Medical Backpack – a compact medical backpack designed for SOF operators.
Medic Front Pouch – a front-flap-mounted medical pouch providing rapid access to medical equipment without removing a backpack.
Combat Stretcher Wrap – a compact carry solution for the Combat Stretcher, supporting casualty evacuation from buildings and confined spaces.
Tubular Rescue Wrap – a universal carrier for rescue strapsup to 6.5 meters in length.
Vanguard Softshell Jacket DA5 CS – a weather-resistant softshell featuring a hood, protective insert pockets, underarm ventilation, and unrestricted freedom of movement.
Vanguard Windshirt Jacket DA4 CS – an ultra-lightweight, highly packable windshirt.
Vanguard Waterproof Trousers DA6B CS – 3-layer waterproof trousers with a 25,000 mm waterproof rating, leg ventilation zippers, Cordura® 330D reinforcements, adjustable waist, and elastic suspenders.
Vanguard Waterproof Jacket DA6 CS – a 3-layer waterproof jacket featuring 25,000 mm waterproofing, 15,000 g/m²/24 h breathability, and a cut optimized for use with a plate carrier.
Vanguard Insulated Jacket DA3 CS – a Climashield® Apex insulated jacket designed to be worn over a plate carrier.
Spitfire QR Plate Carrier – a plate carrier equipped with Duraflex® QRS quick-release buckles on both the shoulders and cummerbund.
Knife Wing Attachment – a modular mounting platform for knives and other mission-essential equipment such as radios.

Event Information

Date: June 15–19, 2026
Booth: Hall 6, J25
Location: Paris, France

Strong and Clear – Across all Domains: Rheinmetall Showcases its Capabilities as an All Domain Power House at Eurosatory 2026 – From Land to Space

Thursday, June 11th, 2026

Under the motto “Strong and Clear – Across all Domains”, Rheinmetall will showcase its comprehensive portfolio of integrated capabilities for the multidimensional operations of the future at the Eurosatory 2026 trade fair. The leading systems provider will present solutions for networked effect generation across the land, air, sea and space domains, as well as the cyber and information domains.

Modern conflict scenarios require the seamless integration of actors, sensors, effectors, platforms and command and control capabilities. Rheinmetall pursues a holistic approach that combines digital networking, artificial intelligence, unmanned systems and classic core military capabilities into a resilient overall system. The aim is to achieve information and operational superiority in highly dynamic operational scenarios. To this end, Rheinmetall combines state-of-the-art sensor technology, digital command and control capabilities and scalable effectors along the entire chain of effects – from space-based reconnaissance to precision strikes on the battlefield.

Rheinmetall will be presenting a selection of its systems and capabilities for cross-domain operations at this year’s Eurosatory trade fair, taking place from 15 to 19 June 2026 in Paris. The event will feature numerous premieres:

Containerized Missile Launcher (CLM): The modular multiple launcher for the FV-014 Loitering Munition System is part of Rheinmetall’s integrated reconnaissance and strike system. We would be delighted to invite you to the world premiere on 15 June 2026 at 4.15 pm at our stand F115/F116.

Lynx KF41 armoured reconnaissance vehicle with Counter-UAS kit: The latest version of the Lynx KF41 contributes to battlefield transparency through its capabilities for Intelligence, Surveillance, Target Acquisition and Reconnaissance (ISTAR) missions. The new Counter Unmanned Aerial Systems kit enables the Lynx KF41 to detect and counter drones at an early stage

155 mm L60 gun system, which is suitable for both wheeled and tracked self propelled howitzers and offers firing at long ranges.

MK35-E, a 35mm automatic cannon for infantry fighting vehicles and numerous other applications.

LongClaw, a next-generation lightweight glide bomb designed specifically for deployment by drones.

HX81 Heavy Equipment Transport: In collaboration with Nooteboom, the Rheinmetall Group offers a heavy-duty transporter for combat vehicles.

TG-Protected, a protected logistics truck of the TGS-Mil 8×8 type based on a commercially available platform.

Caracal 6×6 air assault vehicle: Developed in close collaboration with Mercedes-Benz and MAGNA I, the CARACAL 6×6 extends the proven W464 chassis with a third axle and a modular flatbed concept.

Komodo Unmanned Breaching System (UBS): The Komodo UBS unmanned breaching system combines Rheinmetall’s extensive expertise in engineering with DOK.ING’s proven unmanned platform technologies and Pearson Engineering’s highly specialised clearance capabilities.

Hermelin cUAS drone defence system, a modular hybrid platform that combines a reduced signature, long operational ranges and flexible mission adaptation in a future-oriented integrated system (manned-unmanned teaming) for the digitalised battlefield;

Kraken K3 Scout: With the Unmanned Surface Vessel (USV) produced in series at Blohm+Voss, Rheinmetall, together with its British joint venture partner Kraken Technology, offers an unmanned surface platform for military and civilian applications.

Other Rheinmetall highlights at Eurosatory 2026 include:

Digitalisation and networking to achieve information superiority and ensure a highly efficient, rapid and simplified closure of the ODA loop. Rapid command and control processes, supported by digitalisation and artificial intelligence, enable a swift and appropriate response to any threat;

Lynx KF41 Skyranger 30, the modern anti-aircraft system with a 30mm machine cannon on tracks;

Fuchs JAGM, the next-generation missile tank destroyer for engaging ground and air targets. It is the world’s first vehicle equipped with 24 vertically launched guided missiles (AGM-179 Joint Air-to-Ground Missile or AGM-114L Hellfire Longbow from Lockheed Martin);

Destinus RUTA Block 2, a modern cruise missile for deep-strike capabilities, which is to be produced in Unterlüß in collaboration with Destinus, starting later this year;

Ragnarok Mortar Mission Module, a 120mm mortar system that can be integrated into numerous platforms and offers ‘shoot and scoop’ capabilities;

UGV Mission Master family: as part of the accompanying live demonstrations, the new and improved Mission Master SP2 and the Mission Master CXT2 will demonstrate their versatile capabilities in combat support and protection;

Tactical HX Truck Family, serving as the logistical backbone of NATO and its allies, or as a key capability provider for tactical applications, as well as supporting mast-mounted reconnaissance and communication tasks

Furthermore, at our stand we will be providing information on our activities in the field of ammunition expertise, logistical services in theatres of operation and on the home front, as well as our comprehensive protection expertise – ranging from passive armour to the Strike Shield active hard-kill system. We look forward to welcoming you to our stand F115/F116 in the outdoor area!

D&M Holding Company to Exhibit at Eurosatory 2026

Wednesday, June 10th, 2026

TAMPA, FL (June 8, 2026) – D&M Holding Company, Inc. (D&M), the global leader in delivering complete solutions for ammunition, primer, and propellant manufacturing facilities, will highlight its extensive capabilities at Eurosatory 2026 in Paris, France, June 15 – 19.

Held in the Paris Nord Villepinte Exhibition Centre, Eurosatory is the world’s largest biennial international exhibition for the land and air-land defense and security industries, featuring more than 2,000 exhibitors and 100,000-plus professionals from countries throughout the globe.

The D&M team will meet with customers and potential customers from around the world, as the company continues to expand its international footprint.

“As global conflicts continue to escalate, demand for reliable supplies of ammunition, primers, and propellant is soaring in the defense sector,” said Dan Powers, President and CEO, D&M Holding Company. “As the only company in the industry offering comprehensive solutions for manufacturing all ammunition components, including ammunition factories, primer factories, and propellant factories, D&M is a key partner to US allies and friendly foreign governments. We look forward to meeting with many current partners at Eurosatory and to discussing our state-of-the-art manufacturing solutions with potential new customers from around the world.”

D&M Holding Company and White River Energetics are in Booth # D309 in the USA Pavilion. To schedule a meeting during the show, email sales@dmholding.com.

SIG SAUER Advanced Defense Systems to Showcase Combat Proven. AI-Powered. Lightweight RCWS Family at Eurosatory 2026

Wednesday, June 10th, 2026

Paris, France June 8, 2026: SIG SAUER Advanced Defense Systems will showcase its lightweight Remote-Controlled Weapon Stations (RCWS) Family at Eurosatory 2026, highlighting how compact, AI-powered remote firepower is evolving to support distributed, multi-domain operations across manned and unmanned platforms

At the SIG SAUER Hall #6 booth #D26, the UltraLight RCWS, the airborne-configured MicroLight RCWS, and the Ranger RCUremote control unit will be on display, demonstrating a modular approach designed to address emerging operational requirements across land, airborne, maritime, and counter-UAS missions

At the center of the display is the latest version of the combat-proven UltraLight RCWS, mounted with next-generation machine guns, including the MMG and NGSW family, thereby offering a complete system set that is the lightest and most lethal available worldwide.

With AI-Powered cueing, the system supports simultaneous tracking of multiple targets in day and night conditions, including threat prioritization to reduce operator workload and accelerate response times in dynamic combat environments. Human operators remain fully responsible for target identification and engagement decisions.

SIG SAUER will also present the airborne-configured MicroLight RCWS, demonstrating how lightweight remote firepower is expanding into unmanned aerial operations. The compact system integrates a stabilized SIG SAUER light machine gun with an unmanned aerial platform, maintaining platform stability and enabling controlled engagement.

Alongside the weapon stations, SIG SAUER will present its Ranger RCU remote control unit, designed to simplify remote weapon operation across multiple operational environments and support safe remote weapon operation via wired or wireless communications. The improved user interface supports the latest features, such as Multiple Point & Shoot™ and Automatic Target Recognition (ATR), which uses computer vision algorithms to detect, classify, and track potential threats in real time, including personnel, vehicles, vessels, and low-flying drones.

The systems displayed at Eurosatory reflect broader operational lessons emerging from recent combat environments, where lightweight remote firepower is increasingly required to support mobile, distributed, and rapidly deployable operations. Applications now extend beyond traditional armored vehicles to include unmanned ground systems, maritime security platforms, remote firing positions, and airborne deployments. Visitors to Eurosatory 2026 will be able to view and control the systems and discuss operational applications with representatives from SIG SAUER Advanced Defense Systems.

For additional information or to schedule a meeting during Eurosatory 2026, please contact: tory.mazzola@sigsauer.com

Mehler Protection to Showcase Body and Platform Protection Solutions at Eurosatory 2026

Monday, June 8th, 2026

FULDA, KÖNIGSLUTTER, GERMANY (05 June 2026)

Mehler Protection, part of Mehler Systems and a leading provider of ballistic body and platform protection solutions, will present its latest developments at Eurosatory 2026, taking place from 15–19 June in Paris.

Visitors can meet the team in Hall 5B, Stand C220, where Mehler Protection will showcase a broad portfolio of protection solutions ranging from advanced platform armour systems to personal protection equipment. With Eurosatory serving as one of the defence industry’s most important meeting points, the brand will place particular emphasis on its platform armour capabilities, highlighting solutions designed to enhance vehicle survivability and occupant protection.

Among the key exhibits will be SCILT, Mehler Protection’s close-range Counter-UAS system designed to protect vehicles against FPV drones, loitering munitions, and other small aerial threats approaching from short distances and low angles. Developed as a dedicated last layer of vehicle protection, SCILT addresses a growing capability gap between conventional air-defence systems and passive armour solutions.

In addition, visitors will gain an early insight into a new protected mobility concept developed in cooperation with a major European vehicle manufacturer. The project highlights the flexibility of Mehler Protection’s M-RACC protection architecture and its ability to support a broad range of operational requirements while maintaining a strong focus on occupant protection, operational flexibility, and mission effectiveness. Further details regarding the project will be announced before Eurosatory.

Alongside its platform protection portfolio, Mehler Protection will present a comprehensive range of personal protection systems for military and law enforcement applications.

Among the highlights will be the latest generation of the ExoM Exoskeleton, a passive load-bearing system designed to reduce operator burden while improving mobility under heavy loads. Visitors will also be able to explore the full M.U.S.T. configuration, a modular protection system that can be scaled according to mission requirements.

Additional exhibits will include the MOBAST protective vest system developed for the German Armed Forces, covert and overt body armour systems, military waistcoats, plate carriers, soft- and hard-ballistic protection solutions, ballistic helmets, and shields.

Eurosatory remains one of the world’s leading defence and security exhibitions, bringing together armed forces, procurement authorities, industry representatives, and technology providers from around the globe.

Learn more about Mehler Protection: mehler-protection.com

See Hudson Supplies at OTAB’s Canadian Tactical Conference

Friday, May 8th, 2026

Hudson will be exhibiting at Ontario Tactical Advisory Body’s Canadian Tactical Conference, May 13-14 at the Blue Mountain Conference Centre.

Mustang Survival at FDIC International 2026

Wednesday, April 15th, 2026

Mustang Survival’s truck and trailer are set to roll into FDIC International 2026 (April 20-25, Indianapolis, IN) at booth #8205 in Lucas Oil Stadium. The team will welcome fire, rescue, and public safety professionals to explore trusted solutions built for the most demanding marine environments.

Visitors will get a sneak peek of a new waterproof jacket engineered specifically for law enforcement and marine patrol units operating on the water. It is designed for full waterproof protection, reliable access to duty gear, and seamless compatibility with agency uniforms and handwear. Every element, from reinforced high-wear zones to minimized snag points and secure hood storage, has been purpose-designed to support mission-critical tasks while maintaining a clean, agency-ready profile. 

FDIC also marks an important moment for The Wing Group as Mustang Survival will be displaying its collaboration with sister company, Kokatat. The booth will feature a selection of Kokatat professional dry suits alongside Mustang products, underscoring a shared commitment to serving professionals with trusted, innovative, and purpose-built gear.

www.mustangsurvival.com