Largest Order for Laser-Light-Modules: Rheinmetall to Supply LLM-VarioRay Units for the Bundeswehr’s New Assault Rifle – Order Value Several Hundred Million Euros

The Bundeswehr has commissioned Rheinmetall to supply Laser-Light-Modules for the German Armed Forces. Following the budget approval by the German Bundestag’s Budget Committee on 3 December 2025, the first definitive call-off has now been made under the framework agreement concluded in June 2021. This agreement entails the delivery of ‘LLM-VarioRay’ Laser-Light-Modules, scheduled for delivery over…

Developing a 2U LTOWB SOP for Damage Control Resuscitation

Managing two to three casualties in the real world from a first-line aid bag is not an ultralight solution in the modern age of DCR and Blood Cold Chain. There is an argument to be made that light and fast is an advantage, which is valid, but “heavier” often equals more capable (a Role 2…

GoTAK and Solace Communications Deliver Next Generation C4ISR Capabilities in Central Africa with TAK OS

GoTAK is proud to highlight a recent operational deployment delivered in partnership with Solace Communications, bringing a full TAK OS enabled C4ISR capability and mission-focused training to an allied partner force in Central Africa. This deployment demonstrates how TAK OS, when paired with resilient communications, integrated sensors, and operator-led training, transitions from a platform into a…

US Marine Corps Fields MADIS to 1st LAAD

MARINE CORPS BASE HAWAII – The U.S. Marine Corps took a major step forward with a state-of-the-art system designed for short-range detection, tracking and engagement of aerial threats. On Dec. 12, 2025, Program Executive Office Land Systems fielded two Marine Air Defense Integrated Systems (MADIS) to 1st Low Altitude Air Defense (LAAD) Battalion, Marine Air Control…

18X Hits Major Milestone: Command Pilot Rating

CREECH AIR FORCE BASE, Nev. —   In 1913, the first two military aviation badges, silver wings, were issued to members of the U.S. Army Air Corps. As time went on, pilots of all airframes have been awarded their silver wings and given the rating of pilot, senior pilot and command pilot. Since then, the…

Textron Systems’ Tsunami Autonomous Maritime Surface Vessel Sold To NIWC PAC

Textron Systems’ Tsunami Autonomous Maritime Surface Vessel Sold To NIWC PAC TSUNAMI™ Vessel Provides Capability for Scale, Maturity and Capacity HUNT VALLEY, Md., Dec. 17, 2025 – Textron Systems Corporation, a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company, announced today that it has sold a 21-ft. TSUNAMI™ USV to the Naval Information Warfare Center (NIWC) Pacific (PAC) to…

Scarlet Dragon Links Military, Industry to Test Artificial Intelligence for Warfighters

FORT BRAGG, N.C. — On a cold, December day deep in Fort Bragg’s training area, Soldiers, Airmen, Marines and civilian industry partners came together to test the latest drone and counter unmanned aircraft systems technology, while rapidly sharing targeting data through the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency’s Maven Smart System. Scarlet Dragon is the XVIII Airborne Corps’ premier…

Long-Range Hypersonic Weapon System Battery activates on Joint Base Lewis-McChord

JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD, Wash — In a significant advancement of its military capabilities today, the U.S. Army activated the Bravo Battery, 1st Battalion, 17th Field Artillery Regiment, 3d Multi-Domain Task Force, a unit fully designated to operate the Dark Eagle, the services Long-Range Hypersonic Weapon (LRHW) system. Soldiers and Families gathered in the overcast (location/1-17 FA…

2026 Retired Soldier Handbook

2026 Retired Soldier Handbook Knowing all the benefits and entitlements you’ve earned as a Retired Soldier is important not only for you, but for your family. The Retired Soldier Handbook is your guide to keeping updated on new or changing laws, regulations, and more from many government agencies specifically impacting Retired Soldiers, their families, and…

Gun Tote’n Mamas Launches its Classic Clutch in New Distressed Buffalo Caramel Color

Gun Tote’n Mamas Launches its Classic Clutch in New Distressed Buffalo Caramel Color NORTHBROOK, Ill. – December 16, 2025 – Award-winning Gun Tote’n Mamas® (GTM), the leading provider of women’s protection solutions, is excited to announce the new GTM-CZY/22CRML Clutch. Crafted from exclusive distressed full-grain buffalo leather designed by GTM, this purse blends rugged luxury,…