Author: Tony Grist

CARBONDALE, PA, January 21, 2026 – Gentex Corporationannounced today that its PURSUIT Helmet System has been selected by the US Naval Aircrew Systems program office (PMA-202) as the Next Generation Fixed Wing Helmet(NGFWH). The Navy NGFWH awarded contract is a 5-year Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (ID/IQ) contract to deliver over 5,000 NGFWH systems and associated spares to support the fielding of the next generation helmet across all Navy fixed wing aircraft, including E-2D, F/A-18, E/A-18G, T-45, T-6, and the in-development Undergraduate Jet Training System (UJTS),and is anticipated to total approximately $22M during the period of performance, representing one of the…

ROCHESTER, NY – January 21, 2025 Safran Federal Systems, a trusted U.S. Department of Defense mission partner and leader in Assured Positioning, Navigation and Timing (A-PNT), announced the successful flight demonstration of its Blacknaute™ Inertial Navigation System (INS) aboard a U.S. Army UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter. Purpose-built for multi-domain operations, Blacknaute™ delivers precise navigation in GPS-denied and electronic warfare-contested environments, fulfilling a critical need for resilient, open-architecture PNT capabilities across air, land, sea, space, and cyber domains. The live flight test confirmed Blacknaute’s ability to maintain high-accuracy inertial performance without GNSS support, validating operational readiness just days after its U.S.…

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GM Defense Establishes UK Entity and Accelerates Team LionStrike Delivery Planning FARNBOROUGH, UK – GM Defense has launched GM Defense UK, creating a dedicated presence to support the UK’s defence priorities and strengthen sovereign capability. Operating from GM’s sites in Leamington Spa and Silverstone, the new entity will lead all UK Ministry of Defence engagement and anchor GM’s wider NATO and European defence activity—boosting UK industry and export potential. The launch comes as GM Defense intensifies its delivery and support planning for Team LionStrike, ahead of bidding for the UK’s upcoming Light Mobility Vehicle (LMV) programme. “Standing up GM Defense…

21 January 2026 – DroneShield, a global leader in counter-drone technology, today announced the release of its Q1 2026 software updates notably across the DroneSentry-C2, DroneSentry-C2 Enterprise, and RfPatrol-Plugin, alongside firmware updates for detection and disruption devices The Q1 2026 release is designed to simplify operations, reduce cognitive load, and help operators make faster, more confident decisions when managing drone threats across military, public safety, and critical infrastructure environments. A key focus of this update is improved system interoperability and sensor coordination of DroneShield’s DroneSentryecosystem. Expanded multi-sensor support and enhancements to SensorFusion improve detection accuracy and tracking reliability, including for mobile and on-the-move deployments.…

Handheld Flashlight Offers Professional Tactical Performance, Polymer Durability and Multi-Fuel Flexibility EAGLEVILLE, PA, January 21, 2026 – Streamlight®, Inc., a leading provider of high-performance lighting, announced the launch of the PolyTac® 1X, a compact, multi-fuel tactical flashlight engineered for professional performance across multiple environments. The new PolyTac 1X will debut at SHOT Show 2026 in Las Vegas, where attendees can see it in person at Streamlight’s Booth #11468. The PolyTac 1X has a rugged polymer body, designed with a rocky stipple grip texture for secure handling, delivering dependable illumination in conditions where metal lights are less desirable. Ideal for law…

SHOT Show 26 – Belleville Minimalist Boots with FAT MAXX Midsole Belleville has something new for the LE and first responder professional. The ultralight Minimalist boot is offered in a 3″ (below ankle) and 6″ (above ankle) height with waterproof versions. The waterproof version are also blood borne pathogen proof. 3” 6” Features: 5 millimeter heel to toe drop “Superior Light Engineered” responsive foam midsole is 30% lighter than standard EVA Achilles cushion cradle for extra comfort and pressure mitigation TPU stabilizer cup for added heel & ankle support Men’s Full Sizes: 4 – 15, R & W Half Sizes:…

SHOT Show 26 – Agilite SFT Combat T-Shirt Agilite displayed their new SFT Combat T-Shirt. Combining soon in long and short sleeve versions. Features: Made with Endurocore™ No Melt, No Drip Performance Fabrics Combat-Durable Construction Moisture-Wicking and Quick-Dry Performance Stretch for unrestricted movement and extreme comfort Anti-Odor Technology – can be worn for days without smell Raised Rear Collar protects from rifle slings and UV exposure UV-Blocking Finish for all-day protection Woven Micro Ripstop Shoulders for extra durability under gear Highly Breathable, Cooling Fabric for comfort in extreme heat Read the full article here

President Donald Trump touted the economic achievements of his second term, questioned the strength of NATO without American support, and promised that he has no interest in taking Greenland by force during an hour-long speech at the annual World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland on Wednesday.  Trump, who was greeted with a red carpet upon arrival in Davos, said his administration “inherited a mess” from President Joe Biden before stating that “grocery prices, energy prices, airfares, mortgage rates, rent and car payments are all coming down.”  Trump claimed that NATO is an unreliable partner that failed to pay its bills…

LAS VEGAS, NV. – Blue Force Gear, Inc., the world leader in load carriage equipment innovation, unveils at the 2026 NSSF SHOT Show a collection of products that continue to challenge currently set standards. From a revolutionary integrated battle belt climbing system to signature-reduction and life-saving gear, BFG continues to engineer solutions that professionals didn’t know they needed, until now. SHOT Show attendees can explore the following cutting-edge gear, as well as the rest of Blue Force Gear’s legendary product line, at BFG’s booth #20405 where specialists will demonstrate their unique capabilities. Integrated Stealth Harness (ISH™): From Climber to Gunfighter…