Author: Tony Grist
Sydney, Australia – 23 September 2026 – DroneShield (ASX:DRO), a global leader in counter-drone and electronic warfare (EW) solutions, is pleased to announce the official opening of its R&D Facility in Adelaide, further expanding the Company’s Australian research and development footprint and reinforcing its commitment to South Australia’s rapidly growing defence and technology sector. The new Adelaide R&D hub expands DroneShield’s national research and development footprint, providing dedicated software development and dry laboratory facilities for engineers working across embedded systems, advanced sensing, communications, software and electronic warfare capabilities. The office opening was officially marked by South Australian Minister for Defence…
Rock’a Lock’a BANG! BANG! Kicked off last week in Carson City for another iteration of what has quickly become one of the more unique events on the tactical convention calendar. Hosted by SPARROWS Lock Picks, the event brings together professionals from the tactical, law enforcement, security, and technical communities for several days of hands-on training, equipment evaluation, and networking with a high focus on cover entry and escape and evasion. The level of industry support behind the event has visibly grown, with companies including Oakley SI, 3M Peltor, SIG SAUER, TENICOR, and Royal Arms supporting this year’s opening range day. The level…
Silent Steel launches its Generation 2 Baffle Streamer family, featuring advanced 3D-printed modules, significantly improved sound and flash suppression, new OTB models and a fully upgradeable modular architecture. Silent Steel is proud to introduce the new Baffle Streamer Gen 2 suppressor family, representing a major step forward in our traditional baffle suppressor technology. At the heart of the new generation is a completely redesigned 3D-printed Gen 2 Baffle Module. Additive manufacturing allows us to create advanced internal geometries that would not be possible with conventional manufacturing methods. The result is a significant improvement in both sound and flash suppression, while…
The XRAY5 is SIG’s newest pistol optic and it packs a lot of innovation. As far as I know, this is the first pistol optic with no moving parts (other than the buttons on the side). There are no internal springs or screws to fail. This is the very definition of solid state and means that they have been able to sustain in excess of 100,000 rounds in testing without failure. It features a 225 pixel matrix. With only one pixel eliminated at a time, the battery life is comparable to other standard point source emitter red dots. Unlike other…
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Patrons rarely walk into your store looking for just one item. While firearms and optics may drive traffic, apparel and footwear often complete the purchase — and increase the value of every sale. High-quality tactical boots, pants, shirts, outerwear and accessories improve comfort and performance and keep customers coming back when it’s time to replace worn gear or upgrade to the latest innovations.Today’s tactical clothing and footwear are engineered for demanding conditions, incorporating lightweight materials, stretch fabrics, durable construction and purpose-built features that appeal to law enforcement officers, military personnel, competitive shooters and serious tactical enthusiasts. Stocking a well-rounded selection…
ARLINGTON, Va. (AFNS) — The U.S. Air Force marked major progress in the long-term modernization of the B-52 strategic bomber fleet in 2026 with two critical acquisition decisions: Milestone B approval on June 1 for the B-52J Commercial Engine Replacement Program, allowing the engine upgrade to move into development, and Milestone C approval on Aug. 21 for the B-52 Radar Modernization Program, authorizing radar upgrades to begin production. Together, these milestones advance upgrades that will keep the aircraft operationally relevant through 2050 and beyond as a cornerstone of the Nuclear Triad and the nation’s long-range strike capability. “These back-to-back…
Rheinmetall Electronics GmbH has reached an important milestone in its training solution for the Heavy Infantry Weapon Carrier. The newly developed training equipment for gunnery and combat training for the Heavy Infantry Weapon Carrier (abbr. AGSW in German) successfully passed the Factory Acceptance Test at Rheinmetall’s Bremen site in June 2026. Representatives from the Army Concepts and Capabilities Development Centre (ACCDC) and the Federal Office of Bundeswehr Equipment, Information Technology and In-Service Support (BAAINBw), as well as soldiers from the fusilier troops and the Infantry School, were present for the acceptance process and, have conducted a comprehensive inspection of the…
Dip Was Part of the Kit. This Is What Comes Next. If you served, you had a can. Maybe it was Copenhagen. Maybe Grizzly. Maybe Kodiak if you were that guy. Either way, dip was as standard-issue as coffee and dark humor. It worked where cigarettes could not, it kept you sharp during the slow hours, and the spit cup on the dash was just the cost of doing business. That cost is getting harder to justify. Receding gums, oral health problems, and a habit that started at 19 on a deployment and never left. A lot of guys in…