Drifire wanted everyone to know that they are stocking their FR combat uniforms on Desert and Woodland MARPAT camouflage and well as Navy NWU Type III. Made from FORTREX fabric, a comfortable and durable FR blend, they incorporate all the features you expect from a combat uniform.
In stock and ready to order.
Somewear who brought us the Global Hotspot has stepped up their game with Node.
The pocket-sized Node integrates fully with ATAK and routes data via an embedded mesh radio or the satellite connectivity. End User Decices within range of Nodes are powered by Node’s encrypted, low latency mesh network. In the event a team member falls outside of the range of Node’s mesh network, Node autonomously delivers inbound and outbound data via the built in satellite link thanks to their proprietary SmartBackhaul software. Additionally, it integrates embedded AES 256-bit encryption.
Foundation Outdoors got their start as a subcontractor for other freeze dried meal brands but eventually decided yo launch their own. Based in Utah, the addition of a military focused line of meals was a natural progression.
Using all natural ingredients, their meals are known for their high caloric density and tastiness. They are definitely worth a try.
One of the things that really drew me to this brand are their adventure dog treats made from all natural foods.
Get their military catalog here.
Genesis Systems exhibited their WaterCube 10 which produces 10 gallons of fresh water per day out of thin air and will out produce its 6 gallon reservoir.
Relying on a condensation system, it features multistage purification and a cartridge to reintroduce minerals to the water. Finally, it weighs 150 lbs and runs off of 120V AC / 12V DC.
www.genesissystems.com/products/watercube10
Colt gave a peak at the new Canadian Modular Assault Rifle being procured soon by Canada’s Department of National Defence.
Unfortunately, the example on display did not include the new Colt Optics LVPO but it did have the Strategic Sciences Corp Multi Function Muzzle Device.
Carpinteria, CA (April 29, 2026) – ForgeLine Fieldwear™, the team behind Operational Fieldwear trusted by U.S. Special Operations Forces, is launching its first ForgeLine Performance Fieldwear™ collection—rugged, versatile apparel evolved from the same design philosophy used to build gear for no-fail environments.
Created for people who treat clothing as equipment, not decoration, ForgeLine Performance Fieldwear™ is built for demanding work and life outside controlled environments. The Spring 2026 launch centers on the new Utility Series: jackets and pants made with ForgeLine’s performance ultra dry-waxed cotton, a PFAS-free fabric platform designed to deliver durability, weather resistance, mobility, and everyday versatility. This first line also includes a lightweight, packable storm shell and a merino baselayer tee.
Designed and refined by the same team behind ForgeLine Operational Fieldwear™, the new collection applies hard-earned lessons from high-consequence product development to a broader range of users—from ranch and field work to long days outdoors where conditions, terrain, and weather are never fully in your control.
“This next chapter is not about leaving our roots behind,” said ForgeLine Owner Eric Neuron. “It is about applying what we have learned building gear for no-fail environments to life beyond the uniform. Our Operational Fieldwear serves the operator. Our Performance Fieldwear is built for people who need honest, capable gear for demanding days. Two lines, one mission: We make the gear. You make it matter.”
At the core of the Utility Series is ForgeLine’s performance ultra dry-waxed cotton, a modern PFAS-free material that builds on the proven toughness and character of traditional waxed cotton while improving wearability, versatility, and function through updated fabric and garment construction.
To help drive product innovation and enhancement for future lines, ForgeLine will utilize its proprietary, app-based product testing platform called Responsive Advancement™. This structured feedback loop between in-field users and the product development team streamlines the design process to meet the demands of real people performing in real conditions.
For more information about the ForgeLine Performance Fieldwear line, please visit www.forgelinefieldwear.com.
The Emesent–Teledyne FLIR combination addresses a GPS-denial gap in air and ground domains where unmanned systems can lose GPS connectivity in common operating areas, such as tunnels, urban structures, and CBRN-contaminated spaces. Using LiDAR-based Simultaneous Localization and Mapping (SLAM), Emesent’s Hovermap payload generates accurate 3D maps without GPS or external infrastructure.
On Teledyne FLIR’s SkyRanger® R70 and R80D SkyRaider® UAS platforms, Hovermap enables mapping even in GPS-denied environments. Mounted on the company’s SUGV™ 325 ground robot, Hovermap provides users with persistent 3D awareness of complex enclosed environments streamed in real-time. And integrated with Teledyne FLIR’s MUVE™ R430 radiation detection payload on the SUGV, Hovermap allows operators to see not just where a robot has been, but where radiation levels are elevated, giving CBRN teams an immediate, geo-referenced picture of the threat environment.
“Knowing the shape of a space is powerful. Knowing where the radiation is within that space, in real time, without putting a person in harm’s way, is an operational game-changer,” said Stefan Hrabar, co-founder and chief strategy officer at Emesent. “Our partnership with Teledyne FLIR Defense brings together GPS-denied mapping and radiation detection in a way that directly addresses what CBRN operators need in the field.”
“Teledyne FLIR builds platforms trusted for the most demanding CBRN missions in the world,” said Tung Ng, vice president of Unmanned Systems North America for Teledyne FLIR Defense. “Working with Emesent, we’ll be able to give operators a fused, spatial picture of the threat environment they simply haven’t had access to before.
“This is the direction the whole field is heading in, and we’re delivering it now through certified third-party payloads like Hovermap,” Ng added.
Emesent’s Hovermap represents the firm’s success in utilizing Teledyne FLIR Defense’s open-architecture, partner-enabled development ecosystem. Certified payloads are assessed for mechanical fit, electrical interface, software compatibility, and flight performance, giving customers confidence in mission-tailored capabilities from a growing partner ecosystem.
The partnership also establishes a technical foundation for future capability development. Both companies are actively developing autonomous navigation capabilities and expanding multi-sensor fusion beyond radiation to additional CBRN detection modalities.
The integrated systems will be on display at Teledyne FLIR Defense booth #1724 at Modern Day Marine 2026, April 28–30, at Marine Corps Base Quantico.
