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QuietKat to Showcase Innovative E-Bikes at Expo Defensa in Bogotá, Colombia

November 29th, 2023

Eagle, CO – QuietKat, the leader in all-terrain electric bikes and a Vista Outdoor Inc. (NYSE: VSTO) brand, is thrilled to announce its participation in the upcoming Expo Defensa, set to take place in Bogotá, Colombia, next week. This prestigious event, renowned for its focus on defense and security technology, provides an excellent platform for QuietKat to meet with interested parties about their state-of-the-art e-Bikes, which are revolutionizing mobility in challenging environments.

“Our products are built to handle extreme conditions, making them an ideal choice for military, law enforcement, and other professional users” said Ross Botha, the Military, LE and OGA Sales Manager of QuietKat.

Expo Defensa is the leading exhibition in Latin America focusing on technological development and innovation for defense and security forces. This event attracts international exhibitors and visitors, providing a global platform for companies like QuietKat to demonstrate their commitment to supporting defense and security sectors with advanced solutions.

QuietKat invites all Expo Defensa attendees to contact Ross to learn more about their products and how they can enhance mobility in various operational and recreational settings.

To set up a meeting at Expo Defensa contact Ross Botha directly at ross@quietkat.com.

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Savage Arms Introduces Lightweight, High-Performance KLYM Series of Centerfire Big Game Rifles

November 29th, 2023

WESTFIELD, Massachusetts – November 28, 2023 – Savage Arms® has continued to raise the bar in factory hunting rifles by incorporating new technologies and forming strategic partnerships. The KLYM series is the latest evolution and brings new performance to rifles designed for the highest treks and most remote backcountry hunts. This innovative line of rifles featuring exclusive partnerships with PROOF Research and Fine Ballistic Tools (FBT) includes the proven 110 and Impulse platforms.

Savage has made a commitment to designing and building rifles for the modern hunter and shooter. These offerings need to feature innovation and advancements in development without sacrificing accuracy and reliability. The KLYM series offers some of the lightest, toughest rifles available to hunters today.

“The KLYM line truly is revolutionary for big game hunting,” said Beth Shimanski, Director of Marketing at Savage. “PROOF and FBT helped take us to the next level. Hunters accustomed to long hunts and backcountry expeditions that span multiple days and numerous climbs will appreciate the lightweight platform that maintains the ultimate in accuracy and reliability. Everything about this rifle was made to perform as it stands up to the elements and puts the latest technologies in these comprehensive big game rifles.”

Each KLYM offering features an exclusive carbon fiber wrapped, steel cut and 5/8×24 threaded barrel from PROOF research. When combined with the FBT custom carbon fiber stock, these rifles will allow hunters to go further and hunt harder with less weight. The stocks also include one-button adjustable comb height, two sling studs and a Magnaswitch system installed.

For the ultimate in accuracy and functionality in the field, the 110 KLYM options include a user-adjustable 1.5-4 lb. AccuTrigger, tang safety, blueprinted action, drilled and tapped receiver (8-40) and a one-piece picatinny scope rail. Available calibers include options from 6.5 Creedmoor to .300 WSM. The full list is available at savagearms.com.

The Impulse platform continues to expand and Savage’s American-made straight-pull rifle is now available in more configurations to accommodate hunters and shooters of all types. With light-weight accuracy, unbelievably strong and durable buttstock and forend and the lightning-fast straight-pull action, the Impulse KLYM truly raises the bar and creates a rifle unmatched for big game hunting. The Impulse KLYM is also available in calibers from 6.5 Creedmoor to .300 WSM to allow hunters to pursue a wide variety of big game.

Part No. / Description / MSRP

58097 / 110 KLYM, 6.5 Creedmoor/ $2,699

58098 / 110 KLYM, 308 Winchester/ $2,699

58099 / 110 KLYM, 6.5 PRC/ $2,699

58100 / 110 KLYM, 7mm PRC/ $2,699

58101 / 110 KLYM, 300 Win Mag/ $2,699

58102 / 110 KLYM, 300 WSM/ $2,699

58103 / Impulse KLYM, 6.5 Creedmoor/ $3,299

58104 / Impulse KLYM, 308 Winchester/ $3,299

58105 / Impulse KLYM, 6.5 PRC/ $3,299

58106 / Impulse KLYM, 7mm PRC/ $3,299

58107 / Impulse KLYM, 300 Win Mag/ $3,299

58108 / Impulse KLYM, 300 WSM/ $3,299

To learn more about the KLYM series and Savage’s complete line of firearms, visit savagearms.com.

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OKSI Launches New Website

November 29th, 2023

www.oksi.ai

Keep up with them on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/oksi-ai

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New Elite Exclusive Micro T-2/GBRS Group Lerna Mount Kit from Aimpoint

November 29th, 2023

The GBRS Lerna is the first stand-alone optic mount designed for end-users that offers a 2.91” Optic Centerline for faster target ID, regardless of gear/equipment obstructions, ie. EarPro/comms headsets, gas masks/CBRN, and night vision use. This mount offers a more athletic posture and “heads up” attitude that allows for faster processing speed and increased situational awareness.

Check it out at aimpoint.us/micro-t-2-red-dot-reflex-sight-gbrs-group-lerna-mount.

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LAPD Selects Geissele Super Duty AR for SWAT and TST

November 29th, 2023

The Los Angeles Police Department has selected Geissele Automatics to provide rifles for their Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) and the Tactical Surveillance Team. This selection was determined after a lengthy and thorough process by the Department Staff and will replace legacy weapons systems currently in use.

They chose the Super Duty AR Pattern Rifle for its durability and reliability characteristics. It features a 11.5” Cold Hammer Forged Barrel and Reliability Enhanced Bolt Carrier Group with NANO Weapon Coating.

This adds to a trend within Southern California Law Enforcement Agencies adopting the Geissele Rifles to include Arcadia PD, Pomona PD, Huntington Beach PD and Azusa PD.

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Fantosme – Maritime Plate Carrier Gen 2

November 29th, 2023

Launched during the recent Milipol Paris expo, the Maritime Plate Carrier Gen 2 was developed by Fantosme in France and Flimmuur Tactical in the UK. As you can see, it’s a low profile design.

From the outset it was designed for ease of manufacture with fewer pieces. It includes a semi-rigid cummerbund to help support and stabilize load utilizes the 2M ROC Buckle.

Accepts Multiple placards.

Rear panel accepts Crye Zip-On Panels.

It’s also lightweight. The carrier with 3 mag pouch is just 700 grams.

Above you can see the construction of the panels which accept a pad.

By Eric Graves
Editor

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Green Berets Complete Dive Requalification

November 29th, 2023

CAMP PENDLETON, Calif. — In the uncertainty of the Pacific Ocean, combat divers assigned to 2nd Battalion, 10th Special Forces Group (Airborne) successfully completed their annual dive requalification exercise on Oct. 10 – 27, 2023.

With overcast skies, fast winds and cold waters, the combat diving teams planned and executed multiple maritime operations, enhancing their effectiveness in various tactics and procedures.

“We want to familiarize our divers [old and new] with different team tactics and procedures as well as exposing the team in a progression and operational glide path,” said a team captain. “We test ourselves in more advanced and punishing conditions such as intense surf, cold water, low visibility and an overall more demanding environment.”

During the 17-day training period, the two combat diving teams initiated their preparation by acquainting themselves with the Zodiac, a boat used within special operations, and diving equipment. This familiarization helps combat divers develop confidence and comfort with their equipment.

The teams then carried out a series of exercises focused on extensive swimming, beach landing techniques, infiltration, extraction, navigation at depths reaching up to 120 feet beneath the water’s surface and long-distance navigation. Some of these operations were conducted in daylight and under the cover of night.

By being proficient in these skills, combat divers can use their abilities as a method of infiltration to access target points in real life operations.

“For us [combat divers], diving is an ability and a skill to apply on unconventional warfare settings, which is our expertise as Green Berets,” said one of the team sergeants. “It makes Green Berets calmer and more lethal underwater and even more in any real-world situations.”

The divers also had the opportunity to work alongside the U.S. Navy, performing long range movement. This tactic is used to infiltrate target points within the intercoastal or coastal waters.

The teams also took advantage of practicing with a landing craft air cushion, or LCAC. The LCAC is a type of hovercraft used to carry out smaller boats for longer distances in more demanding conditions to complete this exercise.

“We are always looking to do joint exercises with other U.S. military branches and even with partner allies,” said a team captain. “Today, we had the opportunity to work with the U.S. Navy in this operation and it was a success.”

Lt. Col. Matthew Mesko, 2nd Battalion, 10th SFG (A) commander, emphasized the importance of mastering different operation domains as the special operations command finds new ways of mitigating operational strategic threats in the maritime domain.

Green Berets defy the belief that they excel only on land; they excel in maritime environments too, proving their expertise in any conditions.

“Our teams here are practicing their mastery in waterborne infiltration methods, improving their lethality across all kinds of domains,” said Mesko. “10th SFG (A) has a proud track record of presenting the best maritime dive capabilities. These gentlemen right here work hard to foster and cultivate that reputation within the country and with our allies.”

An old saying tells that water is unforgiving, however, these elite warriors operate silently and unseen in both, the shadowy depths of the water, and the unpredictable demanding surface. They represent a unique and highly specialized branch of the U.S. Army and the Special Forces Operations Command.

Photos and Story by SGT Luis Solorio

Photos by SSG Isaih Vega

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Research Consortium Led by Finland-based VTT and Lockheed Martin Will Develop Signals Intelligence Technologies Benefiting the Global Defence Industry

November 28th, 2023

The aim of the cooperation project is to develop methods and technologies for radar and communication signal detection and classification on a modern battlefield, filled with emitters with low-probability of interception and detection signals. The framework agreement, signed on November 21, initiates long-term cooperation between Lockheed Martin, the Finnish research community, and the Finnish industry, creating relationships that benefit all parties. The agreement is connected to Finland’s procurement of the F-35 fighter jets.

ESPOO, Finland (November 22, 2023) Research consortium led by VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland and Lockheed Martin have finalised a frame agreement for indirect industrial cooperation. Other members of the consortium are defence and technology company Patria, Harp Technologies, a Finnish SME active in space, defence, and remote sensing technologies, and two leading, innovative Finnish universities: Aalto University and the University of Tampere.

Finland is a leading nation of digital technologies. The state-owned VTT, founded more than 80 years ago during World War II to develop the most advanced technologies and products in the world, has previously developed ground-breaking satellite signal technology for the European Space Agency ESA, resulting in the world’s first 75 GHz signals that could ease clutter on the radio waves in the future.

“The purpose of the project is to combine the expertise and technological strengths of different parties, creating highly developed solutions and advanced new expertise that can be applied to the needs of the international defence industry, and to the products of next-generation electronic reconnaissance,” says Sauli Eloranta, Director of Safe and Connected Society Research Area at VTT.

For Finland, the project will also help strengthen the security of supply concerning the country’s own technological expertise and talent. The project will, e.g., help draw new students to study and work with the subject of digital defence technologies, creating a pathway for the new professionals to join both national and international defence industry companies over time.

Through indirect industrial cooperation initiatives, Lockheed Martin will build and benefit from industry partnerships with Finnish companies, universities and colleges, offering opportunities and new avenues to develop and strengthen the cooperation far into the future.

“The cooperation is a significant step for VTT and Finland at large. We are very keen on assessing additional future cooperation opportunities with Lockheed Martin. The technology cooperation offers us an opportunity to continue to develop our strong expertise in defence technologies and to increase cooperation with other defence industry actors,” concludes Eloranta.

The project is expected to last three years. Lockheed Martin and VTT are also looking to sign another framework agreement for a second project focusing on millimeter-wave passive imaging radiometer development during 2023, with the work aiming to start in 2024.

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