Kopin Secures Transformative $15.4M Award to Revolutionize Color MicroLED Technology and Domestic Production for U.S. Army Ground Soldier Integrated Visual Augmented Reality Applications

Funded by the Industrial Base Analysis and Sustainment (IBAS) program, the award reinforces support for U.S. based manufacturing and innovation of Kopin’s Color MicroLED WESTBOROUGH, Mass. – September 10, 2025 – Kopin Corporation (NASDAQ: KOPN), a pioneering leader in application-specific optical systems and high-performance microdisplays, has been awarded a transformative $15.4 million Other Transaction Agreement…

Final Basing Decision for Special Operations Wing to Davis-Monthan AFB, Revisions to Maximize Effectiveness

ARLINGTON, Va. (AFNS) —   The Department of the Air Force has selected Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Arizona, as the new location for the 492nd Special Operations Wing. Originally announced in August 2023, the plan to establish the 492nd SOW at Davis-Monthan AFB has been refined to prioritize mission effectiveness, cost efficiency and alignment with…

Galls Acquires Uniform Works, Expands Into Canada

LEXINGTON, KY—September 9, 2025 —GALLS®, the leading uniform and tactical gear supplier serving America’s public safety and military professionals, has announced a strategic acquisition that marks GALLS’®expansion into Canada. GALLS® is now Proud To Serve Those Who Serve in both the US and Canada. “With Uniform Works’ trusted reputation in Canada, the move brings together two…

Savox Communications and Nokia Announce Agreement to Explore Joint Development of Tactical Communications Solutions

Espoo, Finland – September 12, 2025 – Savox Communications Oy Ab (Ltd) (Savox) and Nokia Solutions and Networks Oy (Nokia) today announced a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore the development of joint solutions in the defense communications space. By combining their technical expertise, Savox and Nokia aim to create innovative solutions for tactical communications that…

Nokia and KONGSBERG Sign Agreement to Advance Defense Communications with 5G Technology

Collaboration combines the companies’ expertise in tactical communications and mobile networks to deliver advanced capabilities to defense forces and allied nations. Focuses on deployable 5G solutions for field operations today, while exploring future technologies like 6G to boost situational awareness and military readiness Espoo, Finland, September 11, 2025 Nokia and Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace (KONGSBERG),…

American Rheinmetall Invests $31.7M in Michigan to Accelerate US Defense Modernization and Strengthen National Industrial Base

American Rheinmetall announced today a $31.7 million investment in its Michigan facilities, reinforcing its commitment to advancing U.S. defense capabilities, strengthening domestic supply chains, and expanding the skilled U.S. manufacturing workforce. The investment includes a move to a state-of-the-art, 168,056 sq. ft. facility in Auburn Hills, MI that will consolidate existing operations in Troy and…

Thunder Dome: Looking Back, Powering Forward with AFSOC Innovation

HURLBURT FIELD, Fla. —   Air Force Special Operations Command continues to champion innovation with its third annual Thunder Dome Innovation Competition scheduled this fall. Beyond the competition, the program’s success is measured by the real-world impact of its funded projects. Every year, the competition solicits project submissions from Airmen across the AFSOC enterprise that…