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Alcon launches new Ford F550 brake upgrade kit for performance off-road, specialist and defence use

January 20, 2021

Alcon Components Ltd, the highly acclaimed UK-based brake and clutch company, have announced the launch of a new brake upgrade kit for the Ford F550 to support the performance off-road, specialist, armoured and defence vehicle sectors. The 6-piston caliper and pad kit is compatible with the stock OEM actuation and stability control system, so is

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Racal Acoustics announce major headset contract with Danish Ministry of Defence Acquisition and Logistics Organisation (DALO)

January 11, 2021

Racal Acoustics, the UK-based global designer and manufacturer of audio communications and protection systems has today announced a new contract to supply the Danish Ministry of Defence Acquisition and Logistics Organisation (DALO), with their RA4000 Magna digital headset system. The 7-year framework contract is worth up to USD $4.7 million and includes a full support

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Alcon Equipped Travis Pastrana in Gymkhana 2020 Film

December 11, 2020

More than a decade-long rivalry between friends and rally drivers Travis Pastrana and Ken Block has culminated in a passing of the torch. Travis Pastrana is trying his hand at his own Gymkhana film, shot and edited by the same crew that makes all the Gymkhana films: Hoonigan Media Machine. Set in Pastrana’s hometown of

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Galvion helmet system chosen as next-generation protection for German Specialised Forces

Galvion, a world leader in innovative head protection systems and power management solutions, is pleased to announce that a customized Batlskin® Viper helmet solution has been chosen as the next Specialised Forces Helmet (Helm SpezKr schwer; Specialised Forces are Ranger-type units of the German Army). The program was awarded to Rheinmetall Soldier Electronics GmbH, who

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Galvion enters ‘Low Rate Initial Production’ with unique Symbasys SWitchPack™ i6T Li-ion vehicle battery

November 26, 2020

Galvion, a world leader in the design and manufacture of military power management solutions has entered Low Rate Initial Production (LRIP) with their unique Symbasys SWitchPack™ i6T Li-ion vehicle battery. LRIP has commenced following a series of successful tests to validate compliance with the international standards for military batteries and to prove the system fully

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Spectra Group participates in UK Army Warfighting Experiment 2020

November 10, 2020

Spectra Group is an internationally renowned specialist provider of secure voice, data and satellite communications systems, specifically optimised for use in remote and challenging environments, with offices in UK and USA. Spectra Group has recently taken part in the UK Army Warfighting Experiment 2020 (AWE20) demonstrating high-capacity over-the-horizon communications systems. The British Army has established

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Jankel Secures Top Executives in Readiness For 2021 Growth

November 3, 2020

Flexibility, the highest levels of quality, and competitive pricing will continue to be the hallmarks of Jankel’s service to customers as the business heads into 2021. Together with a strategic review of the brand and ethos, Jankel is now welcoming a new team who bring leading industry knowledge, operational excellence and world-class experience to ensure

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Jankel provide seating for latest Mack Defense M917A3 Heavy Dump Truck programme

October 30, 2020

Mack Defense has partnered with Jankel, a world-leader in the design and manufacture of high-specification defence, security and NGO protection systems, to provide the seating solution for their 3rd generation M917A3 Heavy Dump Truck (HDT). Seeking to develop the next generation of HDTs, delivering increased protection levels, higher payload and improved mobility, the U.S. Army

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Spectra Group launches new SlingShot Tactical Operations Centre System (STOCS)

October 22, 2020

Spectra Group (UK) Ltd, world-leading provider of high-grade information security and communication capabilities, has announced the addition of a new product to their portfolio: the SlingShot Tactical Operations Centre System (STOCS). Spectra’s STOCS adds additional capability and operability to the already hugely successful SlingShot tactical satellite communications system. STOCS is a specially designed and modified

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Racal Acoustics launch new website and sign contract with Chamois

October 15, 2020

Racal Acoustics, the UK-based global designer and manufacturer of audio communications and protection systems has today launched a brand new website (www.racalacoustics.com). To coincide with this, they have also signed a contract with PR and advertising agency, Chamois Consulting Ltd. Under this contract Chamois will provide an integrated marketing, communications and advertising service with a

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Arnold Defense announces two major orders for FLETCHER Land Based 2.75-inch Rocket Launcher

October 13, 2020

Arnold Defense, the St. Louis based manufacturer of 2.75-inch rocket launchers, is pleased to announce the receipt of two major orders for their unique FLETCHER Land Based, Laser Guided Rocket Launcher. The FLETCHER precision guided 2.75-inch/70mm weapon system was first unveiled in 2017 at DSEi in London. Arnold Defense is unable to disclose specific details

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Spectra Group focuses on Taniya Morris as part of their support to Women in Defence UK 2020

October 5, 2020

On Monday 12th October, members of the Women in Defence UK community will gather to attend the Women in Defence UK Annual Conference, sponsored by Spectra Group. As a part of the Women in Defence support initiative, Spectra Group are focussing on Taniya Morris, a member of the wider Spectra Group marketing team. Taniya works

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