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Allen-Vanguard Launches SECURIS a Mobile Counter Drone Trailer as Part of a New Counter Drone Collaboration with Metis, Blighter, Openworks and EdeyFX

September 4th, 2025

Allen-Vanguard, a global leader in providing customised solutions for defeating Radio Frequency (RF) based terrorist and extremist threats, is launching a new mobile counter drone trailer at DSEi 25 in collaboration with Metis, Blighter, Openworks and EdeyFX. This collaboration has been established to leverage the respective expertise (detect and defeat) and proven product capabilities (RF detection, radar detection, optical recognition and RF jamming) from each company to address the increasing threat to people, infrastructure and key locations from the nefarious use of drones.

Details on SECURIS, the new mobile counter uncrewed air systems (C-UAS) trailer system will be available at the Allen-Vanguard stand S5-540 at DSEi 25, Excel, London (9-12 September 2025).

The SECURIS C-UAS trailer is a rapidly deployable, mobile counter drone capability that has a best in class, multi-faceted detection suite combining the advanced RF detection capabilities of SKYPERION from Metis which is used globally by NATO allies in various integrated systems, the unique radar target acquisition capabilities of Blighter’s A400 series, which is also operationally proven globally and the advanced optical recognition system Vision Flex from Openworks; again sector leading for its long-range imagers, dynamic slew-to-cue capability, and twin-AI modules for detection, tracking and identification.

These aspects, along with Allen-Vanguard’s own operationally proven range of C-UAS RF Effectors (ANCILE), have been cleverly integrated onto a bespoke trailer chassis produced by EdeyFX accommodating operational input on design and layout coupled with the highest level of mobility. SECURIS delivers a scalable, fully integrated, comprehensive, easy to use, reliable and future proofed counter drone capability on an extremely mobile and robust platform. Its open architecture and modular nature also makes it highly suitable for the provision of Protection-as-a-Service (PaaS) where customers are provided the latest updates and technology innovations as part of a package rather than just purchasing a one-shot capability.

Bobby Strawbridge, President of Allen-Vanguard said: “I am delighted to formally launch our new fully integrated and scalable mobile counter drone trailer system SECURIS at DSEi 25. We have worked closely with our partners at Metis, Blighter, Openworks and EdeyFX all of whom are agile SMEs like ourselves, and who are acknowledged Domain Knowledge Experts (DKEs) in their respective fields. As specialists, with operationally proven products within our own areas of expertise, we have come together to produce exactly what the customer base has been demanding, a best of breed collaboration of capable systems packaged into a scalable and highly mobile package. SECURIS will help counter the rapidly evolving threat posed by drones and its modularity ensures future adaptability and therefore enables provision of Protection-as-a-Service rather than just product manufacture.”

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Midnight Arsenal Box Launches Timed Drop: Hodge × Die Free Co Builder’s Box Available Through September 15

September 4th, 2025

Midnight Arsenal Box has launched a limited builder’s kit featuring premium components from Hodge Defense and Die Free Co. The Hodge × Die Free Co Builder’s Box is live now and will close on September 15 or while supplies last.

The Builder’s Box includes:

Hodge Defense Pinch Lock Rail (10.75 inch or 13.65 inch)
Die Free Co Kung Fu Grip
Die Free Co Tiger Claw M-LOK Indexer

Retail value is over $339 dollars. The box is priced at $239 dollars.

“These rails are hard to get, and time is running out on this drop,” said Zack Rosenquest, of Midnight Arsenal Box. “This is a purpose-built loadout with high-function parts. When the clock hits September 15, the box is gone.”

The Hodge Pinch Lock Rail is rarely available in open-market distribution. It is precision machined, M-LOK compatible, and uses a steel barrel nut with a rock-solid pinch lock system. The Die Free Co Kung Fu Grip offers a 12-degree angle for improved wrist alignment and a textured body for solid retention. The Tiger Claw is a low-profile indexer designed for consistent grip and better control in transitions.

This drop is a limited run. It will not be restocked.

midnightarsenalbox.com/hodge-die-free-co-builder-s-box

About Midnight Arsenal Box
Midnight Arsenal Box is a drop-based platform focused on premium, real-use gear bundles. Each box is available for a limited time and contains only proven components with no subscription, no fluff, and no re-runs. When the drop ends, it’s done.

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AV Delivers First Two Multi-Purpose High Energy Laser Systems to US Army

September 4th, 2025

ARLINGTON, Va., August 31, 2025 –AeroVironment, Inc. (“AV”) (NASDAQ: AVAV) today announced the successful delivery of the first two mobile counter-unmanned aircraft system (C-UAS) prototype Laser Weapon Systems (LWS) to the U.S. Army Rapid Capabilities and Critical Technologies Office (RCCTO) as part of the first increment of the Army Multi-Purpose High Energy Laser (AMP-HEL) prototyping effort. The AMP-HEL prototype systems feature AV’s 20kW-class LOCUST™ LWS integrated on the General Motors Defense Infantry Squad Vehicle (ISV) platform–a significant advancement in mobile, frontline C-UAS capabilities.

“This milestone marks a major step forward in the Army’s pursuit of fieldable directed energy capabilities,” said Mary Clum, Senior Vice President for AV’s Space & Directed Energy Group. “Through the AMP-HEL program, AV is delivering our extensively validated LOCUST laser system–a technically sophisticated solution that has demonstrated reliability and operational readiness for the C-UAS fight. We are honored to support the U.S. Army RCCTO and, together, accelerate warfighter access to these critical capabilities.”

Following integration at AV’s Directed Energy (DE) manufacturing facility in Albuquerque, New Mexico, the AMP-HEL prototypes underwent rigorous government acceptance testing at Yuma Proving Ground in Arizona to validate performance, mobility, safety, and lethality. Subsequently, Army units performed new equipment training at Fort Sill, Oklahoma to prepare for potential employment of DE capabilities. Soldier feedback from the event is shaping ongoing enhancements to ensure warfighter readiness and operational relevance in dynamic threat environments.

The AMP-HEL prototyping effort is part of the Army’s broader modernization initiative to rapidly develop and field DE solutions to defeat a range of threats, including drones and other airborne systems. The integration of laser systems on the lightweight, highly mobile ISV platform reflects a commitment to scalable, adaptable, and expeditionary force protection solutions. Next month, AV is set to deliver the second increment of AMP-HEL–two Joint Light Tactical Vehicles with a 20kW class LOCUST LWS, radar, and command-and-control systems.

“The need for these systems from real world events is clear: the time is now for directed energy to get into the hands of warfighters everywhere and we are confident that LOCUST meets that need,” said John Garrity, Vice President of Directed Energy Systems for AV. “AV is committed to supporting the Army’s modernization and modularity priorities. We stand ready to meet the mission need through full-scale manufacturing of our LOCUST laser systems, including AMP-HEL and other mobile and fixed-site platforms, to increase lethality and continue to build on our extensively validated reliability and precision tracking and targeting technology to address the evolving threats.”

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Rheinmetall at DSEI 2025: Digitalisation – Autonomy – Mobility – Firepower

September 4th, 2025

The DSEI exhibition will take place in London from 9 to 12 September 2025. As a key partner to His Majesty’s Armed Forces, Rheinmetall will be present in the UK capital. Under the motto ‘’Freedom Needs Enablers’’, the technology group will present its latest innovations and provide updates on its products and activities. The main focus will be on digitalisation and autonomy, as well as mobility and firepower.

The following events are planned during the exhibition at the Rheinmetall stand S9-110:

Tuesday, 9 September 2025 (Day 1 of DSEI):
11:00 a.m.: World premiere of a new multi-platform combat vehicle system for countering a wide range of land and air threats – presented in cooperation with Lockheed Martin
1:00 p.m.: Collaboration with Mercedes Benz on light tactical off-road vehicles based on the G-Class
2:00 p.m.: Launch of MASS nova, the latest generation of the proven maritime decoy system

Thursday, 11 September 2025 (Day 3 of DSEI):
around 2:35 p.m.: The Secretary of State for Defence, John Healey, and Rheinmetall CEO Armin Papperger will jointly launch the virtual groundbreaking ceremony of the UK Gun Hall in Telford. A dynamic audio-visual experience (a fly-through of the future facility with 3D renderings, an project timeline and transition to a fully operational Gun Hall) will demonstrate how the site will look once production is underway.

The following products will also be presented for the first time:

Lynx KF41 Skyranger 35, a highly mobile, modular and scalable ground-based air defence system, increasingly important for NATO’s collective defence.
CT-025: A crewless, remotely controlled turret designed for transport and armoured personnel carriers, equipped with a 25 mm KBA machine cannon
Mission Master CXT with Skyranger 762: An unmanned ground vehicle (UGV) in a light anti-aircraft configuration featuring the Skyranger 762 weapon station
SEOSS 400: Next-generation stabilised sensor system for heavy combat vehicles

We will also be providing information on the following topics at DSEI 2025:

Weapons and ammunition expertise:
Rheinmetall is one of the largest ammunition manufacturers in the Western world, with the UK playing a significant role. The construction of the UK Gun Hall in Telford marks a major step towards re-establishing large-calibre barrel manufacturing in Britain for the first time in decades. At its stand, Rheinmetall will present its full portfolio: from infantry weapons to medium-calibre ammunition, 120 mm and 130 mm smoothbore technology, 155 mm artillery ammunition, and rocket artillery.
Squad Support Weapon SSW40: The world’s first automatic, magazine-fed, shoulder-fired grenade launcher for 40 mm ammunition, with handling characteristics similar to an assault rifle
Digitalisation and networking:
Rheinmetall Battlesuite: A secure, interoperable military ecosystem of the future, connecting all domains and dimensions within a unified digital infrastructure
Gladius soldier system: Variants of the Gladius 2.0, also forming the basis of the German Armed Forces’ Future Soldier – Expanded System (IdZ-ES)
Autonomy and unmanned systems:
Path-A-Kit: Central to Rheinmetall’s autonomy strategy, winner of the ELROB 2024 competition in the Automated Convoy category. Rheinmetall will also establish a UK Advanced Land Autonomy Centre of Excellence. The Path-A-Kit is integrated into both the Mission Master CXT and the Ermine vehicle range.
Unmanned systems: A range of drones will be on display, including the Multi Mission Pod and FV-104 loitering munition, with demonstrations of their integration into the digital combat network.

Combat vehicles and tactical mobility:
Boxer MIV: The first British-built Boxer has rolled off the production line in Telford. Integration trials with the Javelin missile system have been successfully completed. A command post variant will be displayed in the DSEI Land Zone [N2-350], alongside a reconnaissance/heavy infantry weapon carrier version at the Rheinmetall stand.
Challenger 3: Initial mobility trials of the upgraded British main battle tank have been conducted. The Challenger 3 will also feature on the Static Display in the VIP area of the MOD Lounge.

Caracal: Developed in partnership with Mercedes-Benz and ACS Armoured Car Systems, the Caracal family offers a versatile, compact 4×4 platform for light forces, including airborne and special operations units.

Ermine tactical vehicle family: A next-generation mobility solution combining tactical transport with an integrated mobile energy source (microgrid) and designed for autonomous operation. Configurations include a UGV, side-by-side buggy, and quad. At DSEI 2025, a 4×4 quad bike and a 6×6 buggy variant will be displayed.

HX vehicle family: Renowned for outstanding mobility, versatility and optional high-level protection, this family supports a wide range of missions. A heavy HX 10×10 recovery vehicle will be on display.

We look forward to seeing you at our stand S9-110.

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Galvion Unveils BATLCHRG UX Unmanned Platform Wireless Charging System at DSEI 2025

September 4th, 2025

Galvion, a global leader in the design and manufacture of innovative head systems, power and data management solutions, and integrated soldier systems, is expanding its BATLCHRG™ wireless charging capability with the introduction of BATLCHRG™ UX at DSEI 2025. This next-generation solution redefines how power can be delivered to unmanned systems operating in remote and high threat environments across land, air and maritime environments. Galvion will be exhibiting BATLCHRG UX, along with their wider systems and solutions, at DSEI 2025 in booth N2-420.

BATLCHRG UX is a portable wireless charging system that provides autonomous recharging for unmanned robotic platforms through magnetic resonance technology. Designed for ground/in-field placement, customized electronics and receivers on the unmanned system enable power transfer when the UxS lands on the base power transmission unit, eliminating tethered charging or return-to-base delays. Wide surface charging area removes any requirement for precise alignment.

Engineered for agility and resilience in the most austere and contested tactical environments, the system delivers power through obstacles such as snow, ice, water and soil, and can be tactically deployed beneath debris to support covert operations. Compatible with multiple power sources, including solar, batteries and solid fuel cells, the system can be operated remotely via tactical radio or satellite. When deployed as a series of tactical recharging nodes, BATLCHRG UX allows unmanned systems to transit between operating areas without the need to return to the operator for re- charging. Dislocating the UxS from operator location significantly reduces human exposure to battlefield threats, enhances logistic efficiency and drives extended platform endurance for robotic systems.

Galvion originally demonstrated its BATLCHRG wireless charging concept at SOF Week in May 2024 in a vehicle-mounted operation scenario, with power transmission base in a vehicle seat and receiver integrated in soldier-worn vest. The set-up demonstrated that soldiers could charge multiple battery powered systems through the wireless power transfer system. Like BATLCHRG UX, this robust wireless solution has excellent power transfer rates and efficiency, a broad position tolerance to account for movement and misalignment of surfaces, and functionality even in the harshest environments. The manned wireless charging capability is known as BATLCHRG MX.

Todd Stirtzinger, CEO at Galvion said: “It’s no secret that power has been a problem for the military as technology increases. We’ve been addressing this issue for the soldier for over a decade, developing intelligent power delivery and management solutions to increase mission efficiency by minimizing battery loads, and physical and logistical burden. The power problem increases exponentially when you start to add in unmanned systems, and the BATLCHRG capability is really pushing the boundaries on the battlefield.” He added: “This technology transforms tactical logistics by providing continuous, autonomous access to power in the most demanding environments. It’s not just about powering devices, it’s about generating tactical advantage by enabling persistent, agile operations that keep our warfighters ahead of the threat.”

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Visit OSI at ATA 2025 in Indianapolis

September 4th, 2025

Come join OSI / Ocean State Innovations as we present the latest fabric & textile products for all your production needs at the upcoming ATA Show in Indianapolis, Indiana – Booth # E1806 – November 5th – 7th, 2025

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NATO DIANA Announces 15 Innovators to Move Forward to Next Phase of Acceleration

September 4th, 2025

LONDON (September 4, 2025): NATO’s Defence Innovation Accelerator for the North Atlantic (DIANA) is proud to announce the selection of 15 innovators advancing into Phase 2 of the DIANA Accelerator Programme – a critical step towards turning innovative technologies into operational capabilities for the NATO Alliance.

Innovators selected for Phase 2 represent the cutting edge of defence innovation across NATO. The 15 companies come from a 2025 cohort of 73 companies, selected through DIANA’s highly competitive challenge call which received over 2,600 proposals. The companies will receive €300,000 in non-dilutive funding, as well as continued access to NATO test centres, and tailored support to accelerate adoption.

Selected companies are based in 10 countries across the NATO Alliance and tackle complex defence, security and resilience challenges – offering solutions across cybersecurity, biotech, robotics, uncrewed vehicles, space and maritime defence. They are:

• Kelluu – Finland

• IS Wireless Sp. z o.o. – Poland

• Wayren – Estonia

• 52 North Health – UK

• RVmagnetics, a.s. – Slovakia

• Tactical Edge Systems – USA

• MANITTY – France

• Reaction Dynamics – Canada

• DeltaOrbit GmbH – Germany

• Telearmy – Estonia

• Swaza – USA

• Zelim – UK

• Alea Quantum Technologies – Denmark

• TACTIQL – Canada

• Kinnami Software Corporation – USA

“DIANA is NATO’s innovation engine. We are finding the most innovative technologies from the market; we are helping these talented innovators fine-tune their technologies and grow their businesses; and we are connecting the companies to end users so that NATO defence ministriesNATO UNCLASSIFIED can adopt new technologies at the speed of relevance, including through DIANA’s Rapid Adoption Service.”

“Phase 2 is a pivotal stage in our Accelerator Programme, and I congratulate these companies for making and taking this next step”, said James Appathurai, Managing Director of NATO DIANA.

Learn more www.diana.nato.int/connect

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Reptilia Launches The G-Plate for Glock 19 and Sig ROMEO X

September 4th, 2025

Hillsborough, North Carolina – 9/4/2025 – Reptilia is proud to announce the release of the G-Plate for Glock® 19 and Sig® ROMEO X. Originally developed for a specialized user group, this purpose-built mounting plate allows shooters to install the Sig ROMEO X optic on their Glock 19 slide without any permanent modifications, offering a streamlined solution for low-visibility carry and mission-ready configurations.

The G-Plate replaces the factory rear sight, seating securely in the Glock’s standard dovetail cut. The ROMEO X’s integrated rear sight pairs seamlessly with the G-Plate’s custom front sight post, ensuring reliable backup sight capability even in the harshest conditions.

Precision-machined from billet 17-4 stainless steel and finished in FNC (Nitride) for exceptional corrosion resistance, the G-Plate is engineered to deliver uncompromising strength and long-term durability.

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