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TAMPA, FL – (30, September 2025) – Global Military Products has been invited to participate in the U.S. Army’s Transformation in Contact (TiC) 2.0 with its Scorpion Light 81mm mobile mortar system – under a Soldier Enhancement Program (SEP) contract with the Product Manager for Artillery Mortars and Precision Systems (PdM AMPS). Equipped with government-furnished M253 barrels, soldiers will have the opportunity to experience the latest advancements in mobile mortar technology and contribute to the modernization efforts within the mortar community. TiC 2.0 launches October 20th in Hawaii, where soldiers will first undergo five days of new equipment training from…
President Donald Trump and Secretary of War Pete Hegseth told hundreds of senior military leaders that the Department of War’s mission is to achieve “peace through strength” during a Tuesday morning address at Marine Corps base in Quantico, Virginia. “From this moment forward, the only mission of the newly restored Department of War is this, war fighting, preparing for war and preparing to win, unrelenting and uncompromising in that pursuit,” Hegseth said in a speech during which the former Fox News host railed against DEI and climate change. Subscribe Today Get daily emails in your inbox Trump, who…
Draganfly Selected by U.S. Army to Supply Flex FPV Drone Systems Tampa, Florida – September 30, 2025 — Draganfly Inc. (NASDAQ: DPRO) (CSE: DPRO) (FSE: 3U8) (“Draganfly” or the “Company”), an industry-leading developer of drone solutions and systems, today announced its selection by the U.S. Army to provide Flex FPV drone systems. Under the initial order, Draganfly will deliver Flex FPV drones designed for high-performance operations as well as help establish on-site manufacturing of the Flex FPV (First Person View) within overseas U.S. Forces facilities to accelerate deployment and reduce supply-chain timelines. The Company will also provide both flight and…
Burnaby, BC — Mustang Survival, part of Wing Group, is expanding its research and development capabilities through a newly formed R&D and Advanced Concepts teamwith investments in state-of-the-art testing, AI-driven analytics, and global collaborations. Built on decades of problem-solving in the harshest conditions, the company is accelerating the entire cycle — from early-stage research and user engagement, through identifying needs and defining problems, to concept development and commercialization — reinforcing its role as a pioneer in marine safety innovation. From military operations and public-safety agencies to industrial sectors and recreational communities such as sailing, paddling, and fishing—Mustang Survival’s heritage includes…
Introducing Brookwood’s Apocalypse – Built for the World’s Harshest Environments In-Stock- Multicam® and Ranger Green Engineered for tropical and high-humidity operations, Apocalypse™ is a next-generation hot weather combat fabric. This ultralight nylon ripstop is fast-drying, abrasion-resistant, and powered by Brookwood’s DRYPOINT ™ technology to actively wick moisture, resist saturation, and deliver UV protection in punishing sun exposure. Designed as a base platform for mission-ready systems, Apocalypse™ can be seamlessly integrated with Brookwood’s MultiCam® printed Flex™ Stretch for enhanced mobility and with 330D Multicam® printed Cougar™ for reinforcement in high-wear zones for uncompromising durability. The result: a field-proven fabric package that…
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President Donald Trump has announced a 21-point peace plan to end the conflict in Gaza. The plan would see the end to fighting, the release of hostages, international control of Gaza, and the eventual transfer of Gaza to the Palestinian Authority. Under the proposal, fighting would immediately cease and the IDF would prepare for a three-stage withdrawal from the strip and the release of the remaining hostages. This process would see an international force replace the IDF. If the plan goes into effect Security in the strip will fall to an International Stabilization Force (ISF). Jordan and Egypt will train…
If deemed appropriate by a medical provider, the waterproof casts can be especially useful for military service members, who can return to duty or training throughout the recovery process. Naval Medical Center San Diego has become one of the first Military Treatment Facilities to adopt a cutting-edge new 3D-printing technology for producing waterproof casts. The technology, developed by ActivArmor, uses additive manufacturing to create breathable casts and splints that allow for improved treatment options with fewer limitations on patients’ activities. The waterproof casts offer several advantages over traditional fiberglass casts or plaster splints, according to U.S. Navy Cmdr. Kimberly Spahn,…
Rheinmetall is further expanding its ammunition production capacity and is now planning to build a modern production facility for 155 mm calibre artillery ammunition in Latvia. In the presence of Latvian Prime Minister Evika Silia, a corresponding Memorandum of Understanding was signed today in Hamburg. The facility shall be operated by a joint venture between Rheinmetall Waffe Munition GmbH (51%) and the Latvian State Defence Corporation, LLC of Latvia (49%). The key points were documented in a memorandum of understanding, which was signed by representatives of both sides. By establishing its own 155 mm ammunition production facility, Latvia is taking…
SOFWERX – Computer Vision (CV) Inference Engine and Model Training for Unmanned Systems (UMS) Assessment Event (AE) SOFWERX, in collaboration with the USSOCOM PEO-SOF Digital Applications (SDA) Unmanned Systems Autonomy and Interoperability (UxSAI) Program, will host an Assessment Event (AE) to identify technology providers capable of delivering cutting-edge computer vision capabilities for detection and classification for all USSOCOM unmanned systems. This event aims to evaluate whitepaper responses and down-select innovative solutions for a computer vision inference engine and model training solution that can autonomously detect, classify, and adapt to new targets and environments ultimately enhancing the operational effectiveness of UxS…