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KRDA Launches Capital Campaign to Fund Its Mission to Promote, Protect Fort Knox

February 6th, 2025

ELIZABETHTOWN, Ky. – The Knox Regional Development Alliance (KRDA) launched its capital campaign to fund the organization through 2030 during its recent annual meeting of investors. The non-profit, funded through private and public sector investments, is the only organization dedicated to promoting and protecting Fort Knox and growing the defense sector economy in the region.

Luke Schmidt, a Hardin County native and CEO of L.B. Schmidt and Associates, is co-chairing the KRDA capital campaign with Marilyn Ford, KRDA’s outgoing board chair and City President of Kentucky’s Heartland Region for WesBanco. During the meeting, Schmidt encouraged the assembled investors to continue their support of KRDA.

According to Schmidt, the campaign’s goal is to secure $2.25 million in pledges to fund five years of operations beginning in 2026. Schmidt spoke of the importance of Fort Knox and having an organization like KRDA, proactively working to protect its tremendous impact on our regional economy.

“For more than a century, Fort Knox has fueled this region’s economy and helped us weather global economic downturns better than most,” Schmidt said. “Fort Knox’s $1.3 billion in annual payroll and $5.6 billion in annual economic impact are second to none in this region. It is imperative we do all we can as a community to promote it, protect it and grow defense-related business in the region. KRDA has been doing that now for almost a decade with great success.”

Schmidt pointed to several indicators of success since KRDA was established – most notably that Fort Knox’s annual payroll and annual economic impact have more than doubled.

In addition, the post has gained several new missions, including V Corps Headquarters, the Command Assessment Program (CAP), and a new three-star headquarters in Recruiting Command. These three missions alone have brought nearly 1,000 new jobs.

“The KRDA team always credits the leadership of Fort Knox and its dedicated workforce for putting the installation in a position to gain these missions, as they should. But we also know that KRDA’s advocacy, our community’s support, and the region’s overall quality of place make Fort Knox more competitive when these opportunities arise,” said Schmidt. “Competition for new missions is high and KRDA helps make sure we do all we can as a community to position the installation for continued growth.”

KRDA CEO retired Colonel Lance O’Bryan knows first-hand the importance of community support. In his last assignment before retirement, O’Bryan was the Fort Knox Garrison Commander. This assignment is comparable to that of a mayor or city manager.

“This community helps set the installation apart from others,” O’Bryan said. “Whether it’s limiting encroachment, providing career opportunities to military spouses and transitioning service members, or fostering partnerships that are mutually beneficial to the community and the installation, we want to be the very best.”

O’Bryan also spoke about the potential for another round of Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC) or mission changes associated with the new federal administration’s government efficiency efforts.

“Because of the installation’s capacity, energy resilience and security, we consider Fort Knox well-suited for growth,” said O’Bryan. “But it’s imperative we have the resources in place to mount a strong advocacy effort in the event the federal government decides to move in this direction. We also regularly share the Fort Knox story with stakeholders and decisionmakers at all levels of government to help keep Fort Knox top of mind. “

Schmidt called KRDA the go-to community organization for all things Fort Knox, emphasizing that its operations and grassroots funding model serves as a national example for defense community organizations. He also commended KRDA’s strong fiscal oversight.

“I have served on several boards and can honestly say I have never seen a level of financial stewardship like that of KRDA. They run a lean operation and it’s tremendous what they have accomplished,” said Schmidt. “I had the privilege of chairing their last capital campaign and am proud to co-chair this campaign with Marilyn.”

During the meeting, O’Bryan also thanked the current board and investors for their support.

“Thanks to our investors, we are able to dedicate ourselves fully to our mission each and every day,” he said.

In closing the annual meeting, Marilyn Ford explained why Wesbanco supports KRDA.

“Investing in KRDA is an investment in the future of our community,” said Ford. “Their efforts ensure that Fort Knox remains a strong economic engine for our region, creating jobs and driving growth. The return on investment is clear—supporting KRDA means supporting economic stability and opportunity for businesses and families alike.”

To learn more about KRDA, their mission, and how to participate in the capital campaign, visit growknox.org.

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MRIGlobal Awarded GSA OASIS+ Contract Provides Government Customers with Vetted Contractor Access

February 6th, 2025

Kansas City, Mo.: (Feb. 5, 2025) – MRIGlobal is pleased to announce its award of the General Services Administration (GSA) One Acquisition Solution for Integrated Services Plus (OASIS+) Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract under the Research & Development domain. With more than 80 years of experience supporting the United States government, MRIGlobal is well-positioned to continue delivering integrated and multi-disciplinary solutions in defense, health surveillance, and health diagnostics.

“For more than eight decades, our scientific researchers and engineers have created breakthroughs to meet the needs of our customers and contribute to national security. Our expertise in global health surveillance, disease diagnostics, chemical and biological threat detection, and emerging infectious disease response has served as a critical asset to the United States government,” said Dr. Ian. M. Colrain, President & CEO, MRIGlobal. “This GSA OASIS+ contract award ensures that we will continue providing innovative solutions to these and other important challenges, and we are now able to do so more efficiently and effectively than ever.”

Administered by the GSA, OASIS+ is a government-wide, multi-award, IDIQ contract vehicle that supports federal agencies’ procurement requirements for services-based solutions. This contract is available for use by all Federal agencies. The contract provides Federal agencies with vetted, highly qualified contractors; a flexible, expandable domain-based structure; a 10-year order period; no contract dollar ceiling and no cap on awards, and price evaluation at the contract level. Requirements can be included that are performed in CONUS and/or OCONUS locations, for complex commercial or non-commercial services, and for any contract type.

“Having been vetted by the GSA as a highly qualified contractor means that we’ve demonstrated our capabilities and experience in serving our government customers,” said Michelle Rodrigues, Vice President, Government Business Development. “Receiving this OASIS+ award contract is recognition of the quality of scientific and engineering research our teams have performed for those customers, and the positive impact our solutions have had on society.”

Administered by the General Services Administration (GSA), OASIS+ is a government-wide, multiple award, IDIQ contract vehicle that allows government customers to acquire a range of non-IT services from government vendors. For easy access to MRIGlobal’s OASIS+ contract vehicle, including awarded CLINS, visit www.mriglobal.org/contract-vehicles.

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TacJobs – VP of Mil/LE and International Sales at Desertech

February 6th, 2025

Department

Sales

Employment Type

Full time

Compensation

$50,000-$60,000 Salary

The Vice President of Mil/LE and International Sales is responsible for managing all of Desert Tech’s international sales and any domestic military and law enforcement sales. This includes managing and developing relationships with overseas distributors, domestic exporters, brokers, agents and any military or law enforcement departments. The VP of Mil/LE and International Sales will be responsible to develop revenues, fully saturate our product in all applicable market segments, grow the business to ensure our market leadership position, explore new business opportunities, and establish strategic partnerships.?The VP of Mil/LE and International Sales will be held accountable for achieving sales goals, meeting daily, weekly and monthly behavior requirements and logging sales activity in Salesforce CRM.

Position Requirements:

Sell existing products and launch new products into the assigned territory.

Travel on sales trips globally as necessary.

Meet number of behavior requirements for customer interactions daily, weekly, monthly and quarterly.

Enter customer activity in Salesforce CRM daily.

Analyze and develop new customers and opportunities within their market segment.

Protect, maintain, and enforce our current position in the market.

Develop and close sales opportunities.

Develop and maintain extensive knowledge of Desert Tech and its products.

Support and execute demos for Mil/LE/International opportunities to build DT brand awareness and close deals and tenders.

Provide training and customer service to existing customers that increase Desert Tech product knowledge and ability to convey the Desert Tech product “story.”

Leverage customer knowledge to identify business growth opportunities in the market sector.

Leverage broker/agent relationships to be included in applicable military tenders

Coordinate with the Director, Commercial Sales and VP, Sales & Marketing to ensure the proper products are being built to forecast to maintain competitive lead times.

Coordinate with the Director, Commercial Sales and VP, Sales & Marketing on priorities in the market for product design activity, demo support and customer support.?

Foster strong relationships with internal program execution teams and current customers to promote follow-on business

Work with the Director, Commercial Sales and VP, Sales & Marketing on new product requirements, performance specifications, pricing and market positioning.

Work with Director, Commercial Sales and Chief Compliance Officer to submit required documents for international exports and process licenses in an efficient manner.

Logging and reconciling business expenses.

Major Qualifications:

Experience- (3 + years in a similar role while exceeding goals)

Military background and/or military sales knowledge.

Long range precision rifle experience and passion, live fire demo experience.

Proven to perform in a position that requires some travel.?

History of winning and ability to articulate what worked to win.

Experience in maintaining a documented and prioritized pipeline.

Experience with managing yearly budgets for resources, sales expenses, and bid and proposal efforts. Experience with managing sales quotas and other sales incentives.

Solid instinct for assessing customers, competitors and potential partners. He or she must be able to quickly separate serious prospects from a large number of business contacts.

Excellent relationship building skills both internally (division and corporate levels) and with external customers/agencies.

Exhibit high levels of persistence, proactive, superior attention to detail, project management, and organizational skills.

Competencies:

To perform the job successfully, and individual should demonstrate the following.

Achievement Focus?– Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles.? Measures self against standard of excellence.? Recognizes and acts on opportunities.? Sets and achieves challenging goals.? Takes calculated risks to accomplish goals.

Adaptability?– Accepts criticism and feedback.?Adapts to changes in the work environment.?Changes approach or method to best fit the situation.? Manages competing demands.

Communications?– Exhibits good listening and comprehension.? Expresses ideas and thoughts in written form.? Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally.? Keeps others adequately informed.?Selects and uses appropriate communication methods.

Customer Service?– Displays courtesy and sensitivity.? Manages difficult or emotional customer situations.? Meets commitments.?Responds promptly to customer needs.? Solicits customer feedback to improve service.

Problem Solving?– Develops alternative solutions.?Gathers and analyzes information skillfully.?Identifies problems in a timely manner.? Resolves problems in early stages.? Works well within group problem solving situations.

Sales Skills?– Achieves sales goals.? Initiates new contacts.? Maintains customer satisfaction.?Maintains records and promptly submits information.? Overcomes objections with persuasion and persistence.

Management/Leadership Skills?– Unifies team members to a common objective.? Delegates tasks and assists individuals through accountability to achieving the goal.? Leads by example to team members.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.? The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.? Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience?– BA/BS Degree or equivalent experience, preferably in Business.? A minimum of two years of experience in client relationship management.? Must work well in a fast paced, team environment.

Language Ability?– Read, analyze and interpret business, professional, technical or governmental documents.? Write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals.?Effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, customers and the public.

Mathematical Ability?– Calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference and volume.? Apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Reasoning Ability?– Solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.? Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.

$50,000-$60,000 Salary +Commissions

On Target Earnings $75,000-$80,000

Apply here: deserttech.bamboohr.com/careers/72

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OMNInav by OKSI: A Breakthrough in GPS-Denied Navigation for Unmanned Aerial Systems

February 6th, 2025

In an era where unmanned aerial systems (UAS) are pivotal in modern conflicts, the ability to navigate effectively in GPS-denied environments has become a critical requirement. Precise navigation is not only important for flying out and returning safely, but for arriving and observing points of interest with onboard sensors. Without drift-free navigation, a platform will end up arriving at the wrong point and observing the wrong area.

At OKSI, we’ve developed OMNInav, a cutting-edge solution that delivers precise and reliable navigation without relying on GPS by combining multiple navigation techniques to maximize performance across a wide range of environments and scenarios. This article highlights the innovative features of OMNInav and its role in addressing the challenges of modern UAS missions. It also highlights its robustness to various environmental and geographical problems sets where most other solutions struggle.

Overview of OMNInav

OMNInav is a core component of the Omniscience drone autonomy framework, delivering precise, real-time, multi-modality positional awareness to enable autonomous operations in GPS-denied environments. By integrating seamlessly with popular flight stacks like PX4, ArduPilot, and custom variants, OMNInav replaces GPS input, allowing the autopilot to handle navigation with accurate positional data. It supports a wide range of unmanned airframes, including rotary, fixed-wing, and VTOL aircraft.

Key Features:

Modular Design: Seamless integration with existing UAS hardware and software systems.

Modular Software Solution: Accelerated containerized software solution ready to deploy on your systems existing companion computer.

COTS and Custom Hardware Available: Low SWaP, 70x50x50 mm, weighing 300 grams, and as low as 5 watts of power. Day & Night capable with LWIR camera option.

Advanced AI Models: Highly trained AI-based satellite registration models for cross-modality navigation, supporting visible and infrared imagers.

Flexible Deployment: Available as a software-only solution or combined hardware and software package.

Understanding GPS-Denied Navigation Methods: Explaining the Weaknesses of Single-Modality Solutions

OMNInav addresses limitations in traditional GPS-denied navigation methods by integrating multiple advanced techniques. Below is a detailed overview of commonly used visual navigation methods and their drawbacks.

1. Optical Flow

Definition: Tracks pixel motion in an image stream to estimate relative velocity.

Advantages: Computationally efficient and simple to implement.

Drawbacks: Does not perform well at higher altitudes and in settings with rapid motion. Usually requires the use of a laser altimeter to properly scale state estimates.

Real-World Example: A drone navigates a smoke-covered battlefield and cannot rely on optical flow alone due to obscured visuals and erratic movement caused by explosions or turbulence. Sending out laser altimeter energy to get altitude information gives away the drone’s position.

Figure 1: Illustration of optical flow in UAS navigation. (1) a real-world scene from the UAS camera with overlayed optical flow vectors, (2) a plot representing optical flow data, and (3) a diagram showing how the UAS’s field of view (FOV) changes with tilt angles.

2. Visual Inertial Odometry (VIO)

Definition: Combines camera and inertial sensor data to estimate motion and position.
Advantages: Reduced drift compared to optical flow alone.
Drawbacks: VIO can struggle with scale inaccuracies during initialization and is more difficult to implement reliably due to it needing highly synchronized inertial data.
Real-World Example: A drone flies to a target using only software synchronized camera and inertial data, leading to low-accuracy scale estimation and missing the target by several hundred meters.

Figure 2: Depiction of Visual-Inertial Odometry (VIO). The image illustrates how a UAS combines data from its camera (camera pose and visual measurements) with inertial measurements from the IMU (inertial measurement unit).

3. Simultaneous Localization and Mapping (SLAM)

Definition: Builds a map of the environment while simultaneously localizing the vehicle’s position within the map.

Advantages: Provides accurate navigation when flying locally in areas without a prior map.

Drawbacks: More computationally demanding in terms of compute and memory to store a live map.

Real-World Example: A drone flies several low-altitude orbits over various compounds and can re-localize itself when revisiting a prior orbit. The additional compute and memory requirements means the drone has a more capable offboard processor in addition to the flight controller.

Figure 3: Simultaneous Localization and Mapping (SLAM) in action. The top panel shows a UAS’s camera view with detected visual features highlighted in green, while the bottom panel illustrates a real-time map of the environment generated by the SLAM algorithm. The map includes key structural features and demonstrates loop closure.

4. Feature-Based Localization

Definition: Uses pre-stored satellite maps to determine absolute position and correct drift.

Advantages: Provides robust, drift-free global positioning.

Drawbacks: Requires maps to be loaded to the vehicle. Provides lower frequency updates and holes in areas where no matches can be found.

Real-World Example: A drone transits a long very distance and resets its drift as it flies to arrive at the target with very low error, letting it observe the point of interest autonomously without a pilot fixing the camera.

Figure 4: Example of OMNInav’s map-based feature matching for position correction and drift reset. The image illustrates a UAS using feature matching to align its live LWIR camera data (left) with a pre-stored visible map (right).

5. Military-Grade Navigation Systems

Definition: Advanced systems used in military applications, often leveraging custom hardware and complex algorithms.

Advantages: Highly accurate and reliable in GPS-denied environments.

Drawbacks: These systems are prohibitively expensive, bulky, and often proprietary, making them unsuitable for broader commercial applications or cost-sensitive defense missions.

Real-World Example: High-end inertial navigation systems (INS) used in military drones provide reliable navigation in GPS-jammed environments but require extensive calibration and are not viable for smaller, lower-budget UAS operations.

OMNInav’s Innovative and Multi-Modality Approach

OMNInav bridges the technology gaps of traditional navigation methods by combining multiple advanced techniques into a unified, multi-modal system. By integrating SLAM for models trained on large-scale satellite imagery datasets for global localization, and robust sensor fusion, OMNInav eliminates the weaknesses of single-method approaches. This innovative design ensures drift-free, accurate navigation across diverse flight profiles, making it ideal for both commercial and defense applications.

Key Features:

SLAM for Precise Local Navigation: Creates detailed maps and tracks positions in real-time, providing high frequency positional updates.

AI-Based Feature Matching for Global Localization: Provides state-of-the-art, zero-shot global localization by matching observed features to stored datasets and then backing out absolute position to reset drift.

Robust Sensor Fusion for Optimal Performance: Calibrates and fuses all available onboard sensors such as airspeed, inertial, and more to provide optimal positional estimates.

Addressing Real-World Challenges

OMNInav’s capabilities excel in overcoming the toughest navigation challenges in GPS-denied environments:

1. Low-Light and Night Operations

Trained on visible and infrared imagery, OMNInav ensures reliable navigation regardless of lighting conditions, camera modality, and map type.

Figure 5. OMNInav’s agnostic modality capability performing with high accuracy in complex repeating pattern farmland.

2. Seasonal and Environmental Changes

Handles vegetation growth, snow cover, and landscape alterations using its robust AI models trained on multi-year satellite imagery.

Figure 6. OMNInav is robust, handling seasonal variations from lush greenery to snow-covered terrain.

3. Man-Made Environmental Transformations

Adapts to rapidly changing environments such as construction zones and areas of conflict, ensuring robust navigation accuracy even with very old imagery. OMNInav has been tested with imagery up to 10 years old successfully even with large-scale map differences.

Figure 7. OMNInav accurately registers navigation points despite extensive urban damage.

Competitive Advantage

OMNInav’s unique multi-modal design ensures it outperforms competitors in GPS-denied environments by:

Surpassing Single-Method Systems: Combines SLAM and AI-driven feature matching to overcome the limitations of traditional approaches like optical flow, VIO, or basic feature-based localization in isolation.

Cost-Effective Alternative to Military-Grade Systems: Offers military-grade reliability without the prohibitive costs, bulks, or calibration demands of high-end inertial navigation systems.

Excelling in GPS-Spoofing Scenarios: Fully bypasses GPS reliance, making it indispensable in regions like Ukraine where GPS spoofing and jamming are prevalent.

A Game-Changer in Drone Navigation

OMNInav is redefining the standards for GPS-denied navigation with:

Seamless integration into existing systems
Superior adaptability to environmental changes
Industry-leading accuracy in autonomous operations

To further enhance UAS capabilities, OKSI also offers OMNIlocate, a solution for high-accuracy (CAT I/II) target localization using standard gimbaled sensors. Enabling air platforms to derive high accuracy target position without using GPS.

Ready to take your unmanned systems to the next level?

Discover how the OMNISCIENCE suite can revolutionize your operations with advanced, modular solutions for GPS-denied navigation, tracking, target geolocation, and more. Whether you’re planning complex missions or navigating challenging terrains, OKSI has the tailored tools you need. Explore the full range of OMNISCIENCE modules and cutting-edge technologies from OKSI. Learn more and watch our video series to see how we’re redefining drone autonomy for both defense and commercial applications.

Contact Us

Email: info@oksi.ai
Website: www.oksi.ai/contact

Learn more: www.oksi.ai/omniscience

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World’s Toughest Practical Shooting Competition, Finnish Brutality, Attracts Shooters from Around the World

February 6th, 2025

The Finnish military specialist store Varusteleka organizes the internationally acclaimed Finnish Brutality shooting competition for the eighth time on February 15-16. This is the coldest match so far, and in addition to shooting and other military skills, the competitors need to know how to survive and thrive in winter conditions. Because of the challenging conditions, the number of competitors was limited to 160 instead of last year’s 200.

Varusteleka is one of the biggest military and outdoor specialist stores in Europe. Their products are used by professional soldiers and law enforcement officers along with active military reservists, competitive shooters, and avid outdoors people.

Finnish Brutality is an international 2-gun action match that tests the contestants’ physical fitness and marksmanship. Unlike practical shooting in general, the stages are longer and contain a lot more tough physical challenges, such as sandbag carrying, crawling in difficult terrain, wrestling, dragging heavy objects, and kettlebell throwing. You might also have to dip in water and be able to shoot close to explosions and flames. The competition takes place at Lopen Ampumaurheilukeskus, which is an outdoor shooting range in Southern Finland.

This year, the Finnish winter weather brings extra challenges as the participants have to be able to function in cold and wet conditions. You can find further information and rules on the Varusteleka website.

Finland has a very active military reservist and practical shooting scene, which ensures the popularity of these competitions. However, Finnish Brutality also attracts shooters from many other countries. In addition to competitive shooters, the match brings large-caliber YouTube influencers with millions of followers to Finland, this time e.g. Forgotten Weapons, James Reeves (TFB TV), and PSR from the USA, and Polenar Tactical from Slovenia. These types of Brutality matches also take place in the USA and Slovenia.

Due to its action-packed nature, the competition is also exciting for spectators. We can also arrange a tour of our headquarters in Helsinki. Please inform us of your attendance by February 13 at the latest (jari.ikaheimonen@varusteleka.fi). Bring your own eye and ear protection if you have them. Please let us know if you need loaner gear, and we will provide them for you.

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United Operational Test Team Conducts First Dual, External GBU-54 Release

February 6th, 2025

NELLIS AIR FORCE BASE, Nev. (AFNS) —

The United Operational Test Team conducted the first ever dual, external release of a GBU-54 Laser Joint Direct Attack Munition from an F-35.

The GBU-54 is a precision-guided bomb that uses laser energy to accurately strike static and moving surface targets, making it a valuable addition to the F-35’s air-to-surface munitions catalog. The integration and successful test of the LJDAM on the F-35 marks a key milestone in the continuing effort to fully integrate the LJDAM on all versions of the F-35.

The weapon delivery event was conducted using an F-35C from the Navy’s Air Test and Evaluation Squadron 9 Detachment at Edwards Air Force Base, California.

“The capability to carry LJDAMs externally will greatly increase the air-to-surface strike capability of the aircraft,” said Cmdr. Michael “Squintz” Procelli, aircraft pilot. “This WDE expands the Joint Strike Fighter’s flexibility when countering asymmetrical threats with more kinetic options.”

The test was also designed to stress the Stores Management System, the software responsible for managing the weapons loaded on the aircraft and to determine how it reacts to releasing multiple of these weapons in quick succession.

Two weapons were employed against a remote controlled High-Speed Moving Target. The bombs were guided to the target via the onboard laser housed inside the F-35’s Electro Optical Targeting System. This is the first sensor suite to combine forward looking infrared, infrared search and track and a combat laser, providing improved situational awareness over legacy sensor pods to deliver GPS and laser-guided munitions.

Consistent with the Air Force Operational Test and Evaluation Center’s responsibility of testing system effectiveness in operationally relevant environments, the weapons were employed on the HSMT with the help of a joint tactical air controller, simulating a common scenario that can be expected on the battlefield.

Testing the safe separation and guidance of the weapon offers valuable insight into the usability of the F-35’s strike capability. The successful completion of this test demonstrates the F-35’s ability to accurately engage targets in a dynamic and challenging environment and highlights the advanced capabilities of the EOTS system.

By 2nd Lt Arthur Knust Graichen and 2nd Lt Jeffrey Brodhecker, Air Force Operational Test and Evaluation Center Detachment 6

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Lindnerhof Kicks Off 2025 with New Tactical Gear

February 5th, 2025

LENGGRIES, GERMANY (03.02.2025)

Lindnerhof announces its first product launch of 2025, featuring a new range of tactical innovations designed to enhance performance and reliability in the most demanding operational environments. This release highlights Lindnerhof’s commitment to providing professionals with high-performance gear for mission success.

The new product lineup includes the 2L Hydration Pouch, a durable and compact solution for maintaining hydration during missions. Made from Cordura® fabric, the pouch integrates seamlessly with existing loadouts and features a top outlet for the drinking tube and a drain port to prevent waterlogging. The MOLLE/PALS webbing allows for easy attachment to plate carriers or backpacks, offering versatile storage options for hydration bladders.

Lindnerhof also introduces the Tourniquet Pouch (MX128), a secure, easily accessible storage solution for life-saving tourniquets. Crafted from tough, lightweight materials, the pouch is designed for rapid deployment and reliable attachment to MOLLE/PALS systems. It ensures that tourniquets remain firmly in place under challenging conditions, ready for quick use when every second counts.

To complement this, the Tourniquet Adapter (LT241) enhances the flexibility of tactical setups by providing a fast and secure method for attaching a tourniquet to a variety of configurations. Whether attached to a plate carrier or rig, the adapter ensures immediate access to critical gear during high-pressure situations.

The launch also includes the Hanger Double Magazine Pouch Horizontal (MX103), a versatile pouch designed to accommodate various magazine sizes, from slim AR15 mags to bulkier HK417 mags. Featuring elasticized sides and a removable Alpha Tab forenhanced grip, the pouch allows for quick access and easy integration into loadouts, expanding storage options when combined with other hook-and-loop pouches.

For organising smaller essentials, the Multi-Pouch Small Horizontal (PA566) offers a compact solution thatensures critical tools and accessories are readily accessible. Ideal for securing radios, multitools, or med kits, this pouch is designed for efficiency in fast-paced operations.

The Flashlight Pouch (PA248) provides secure storagefor a flashlight while ensuring it is always within reach when needed. Designed for use in low-light conditions or scenarios requiring precise visibility, this pouch features reliable closure systems for secure storage and rapid access.

Finally, the Universal Grenade Pouch (PA095/II) offers a durable, customisable solution for storing grenades while ensuring quick access for rapid deployment. Available in two sizes to accommodate different grenade diameters, the pouch features adjustable hook-and-loops surfaces and a robust buckle for secure closure, even when wearing gloves.

Lindnerhof’s first product launch of 2025 emphasises the brand’s commitment to providing innovative solutionsthat enhance operational efficiency, safety, and mission success. Each product is designed to meet the highest standards of functionality, ensuring it withstands the rigorous demands of modern tactical operations.

For more information on Lindnerhof’s latest productinnovations, please visit Lindnerhof’s website.

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Ferro Concepts – KSAR Single 556

February 5th, 2025

The KSAR Single 556 can be individually mounted on your carrier or belt and shares similar retention features of the KTAR Front Flap and KTS Triple 556. Each KSAR includes an HSP Ferro MP2 magazine retention insert and attaches via a two-column MOLLE platform on the back. It’s perfect for horizontal mounting on the DropWing or anywhere else you need a spare mag.