Defence & Space

U.S. Army seeks to keep UH-60M Black Hawk in service for over 50 years

On December 20, the U.S. federal government’s procurement portal published an invitation to participate in a technical dialogue covering a structural inspection and modernization program…

2025-12-30 | Radosław Niesobski | 2 minutes

Japanese submarine JS Uzushio decommissioned from service

On December 24, the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force announced the decommissioning (on December 19) of the submarine JS Uzushio (SS-592). The event…

2025-12-30 | Radosław Niesobski | 2 minutes

Kormoran II: A Polish Hit We Should Be Selling!

The last of the planned Kormoran II–class mine-hunting vessels for the Polish Navy has been launched. Over the past decade,…

2025-12-21 | Sławek Zagórski | 5 minutes

Will Poland need a replacement for MiGs-29

Boeing is offering 32 F-15EX Eagles to satisfy an Air Dominance requirement for the Polish Air Force. Does its still need…

2025-12-11 | Jakub Link-Lenczowski | 4 minutes

U.S. Army seeks to keep UH-60M Black Hawk in service for over 50 years

On December 20, the U.S. federal government’s procurement portal published an invitation to participate in a technical dialogue covering a structural inspection and modernization program…

2025-12-30 | Radosław Niesobski | 2 minutes

Japanese submarine JS Uzushio decommissioned from service

On December 24, the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force announced the decommissioning (on December 19) of the submarine JS Uzushio (SS-592). The event…

2025-12-30 | Radosław Niesobski | 2 minutes

Airbus to Integrate Artificial Intelligence into the French Armed Forces’ Information Systems

The European company Airbus Defence and Space has received a 50 million EUR contract to integrate artificial intelligence components into the weapons,…

2025-12-11 | Redakcja | 2 minutes

Polish Company Tantalit Joins the WB Group

The WB Group is strengthening its capabilities in the field of advanced IT and telecommunications systems. The Warsaw-based company Tantalit has…

2025-12-11 | Redakcja | 3 minutes

GEVORKYAN’s Contract with Czechoslovak Group and positive investor feedback at the WOOD & Co Conference

GEVORKYAN participated in the prestigious WOOD’S Winter Wonderland EMEA Conference organized by WOOD & Company and concluded a new, significant contract with the…

2025-12-09 | Redakcja | 3 minutes

Enforce Tac 2026: The leading trade fair fosters dialogue on European security

From February 23 to 25, 2026, Enforce Tac, under the patronage of Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz, will bring together leading representatives…

2025-12-03 | Michał Ihnatów | 6 minutes

U.S. Army seeks to keep UH-60M Black Hawk in service for over 50 years

On December 20, the U.S. federal government’s procurement portal published an invitation to participate in a technical dialogue covering a structural inspection and modernization program…

2025-12-30 | Radosław Niesobski | 2 minutes

Poland’s Armed Forces Development Program for 2025–2039 signed

On December 22, the Ministry of National Defense signed the long-awaited, multi-year Armed Forces Development Program of the Republic of Poland…

2025-12-30 | Radosław Niesobski | 2 minutes

The Armed Forces of the Slovak Republic unveil new camouflage and Grand Power weapons

On 12 December 2025, the Armed Forces of the Slovak Republic (Ozbrojené sily Slovenskej republiky) presented new items of armament and…

2025-12-21 | Krzysztof Kluza | 3 minutes

Poland: New information from the Internal Security Agency on the activities of a spy network

The Polish Internal Security Agency (Agencja Bezpieczeństwa Wewnętrznego, ABW) has reported new charges in the case of the activities of a spy…

2025-12-05 | Redakcja | 8 minutes

Japanese submarine JS Uzushio decommissioned from service

On December 24, the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force announced the decommissioning (on December 19) of the submarine JS Uzushio (SS-592). The event…

2025-12-30 | Radosław Niesobski | 2 minutes

Poland: New command vehicles delivered to the 5th Command Regiment

On December 25, the 5th Command Regiment announced on its social media channels the receipt of a batch of Zawilec Command Vehicles built…

2025-12-30 | Radosław Niesobski | 2 minutes

The Armed Forces of the Slovak Republic unveil new camouflage and Grand Power weapons

On 12 December 2025, the Armed Forces of the Slovak Republic (Ozbrojené sily Slovenskej republiky) presented new items of armament and…

2025-12-21 | Krzysztof Kluza | 3 minutes

Polish Deputy Minister of State Assets Konrad Gołota visits the USA

Since Friday, 5 December 2025, Deputy Minister of State Assets Konrad Gołota has been on a visit to the United States.

2025-12-06 | Redakcja | 1 minutes

ICEYE and General Catalyst Join Forces to Redefine Satellite Reconnaissance in Europe

The Polish-Finnish company ICEYE is securing new funding, with the General Catalyst fund playing the leading role and broad participation…

2025-12-05 | Redakcja | 4 minutes

Memorandum on the Wideband Global SATCOM Military Satellite Communications System For Polish Armed Forces

The Polish Geospatial Intelligence and Satellite Services Agency (ARGUS) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the United States regarding the…

2025-12-04 | Redakcja | 2 minutes
Shooting

UNI&FORMA (UF PRO) wins FDI Award Slovenia 2025

UNI&FORMA, the company behind the high-performance tactical clothing brand UF PRO, has been recognised with this year’s FDI Award Slovenia in the…

2025-12-16 | Michał Ihnatów | 4 minutes

MSBS GROT Pistol for the U.S. Market

According to Fabryka Broni “Łucznik” Radom, the MSBS GROT Pistol with three barrel variants has received certification from the Bureau of…

2025-12-11 | Michał Ihnatów | 4 minutes

Sightmark Strikon VMP 1–4×22 – a bridge between a red dot sight and an LPVO

Sightmark is introducing the compact Strikon VMP 1–4×22 prism scope. Its compact design, compatible with the Aimpoint Micro mounting standard,…

2025-12-02 | Michał Ihnatów | 4 minutes

New Gun & Shooting Expo to be held on March 3–6, 2026

A new trade show on the Polish event map – from March 3 to 6, 2026, the Gun & Shooting Expo will take place…

2025-12-01 | Michał Ihnatów | 5 minutes

UNI&FORMA (UF PRO) wins FDI Award Slovenia 2025

UNI&FORMA, the company behind the high-performance tactical clothing brand UF PRO, has been recognised with this year’s FDI Award Slovenia in the…

2025-12-16 | Michał Ihnatów | 4 minutes

New Gun & Shooting Expo to be held on March 3–6, 2026

A new trade show on the Polish event map – from March 3 to 6, 2026, the Gun & Shooting Expo will take place…

2025-12-01 | Michał Ihnatów | 5 minutes

EURO TARGET SHOW 2026 – Become Part of the Largest Industry Event in Poland!

On 27–29 March 2026, the next edition of the Euro Target Show will take place at the Poznań International Fair – one…

2025-12-08 | Michał Ihnatów | 6 minutes

Enforce Tac 2026: The leading trade fair fosters dialogue on European security

From February 23 to 25, 2026, Enforce Tac, under the patronage of Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz, will bring together leading representatives…

2025-12-03 | Michał Ihnatów | 6 minutes

MSBS GROT Pistol for the U.S. Market

According to Fabryka Broni “Łucznik” Radom, the MSBS GROT Pistol with three barrel variants has received certification from the Bureau of…

2025-12-11 | Michał Ihnatów | 4 minutes

Will the Swedish Police Replace the MP5 with the Sako AK24?

According to the portal Polis Tidningen, the Swedish Police have expressed interest in replacing their 9 mm Heckler & Koch MP5 submachine guns…

2025-12-11 | Michał Ihnatów | 10 minutes

SightMark Mini Shot M-Spec M1 V2 – a Complicated Name for Simple, Reliable Gear

The name of this unassuming little SightMark device sounds like the name of a vampire from The Witcher saga: Emiel Regis…

2025-11-26 | Anna Mielczarek | 9 minutes

Mantis TitanX – dry fire training taken to a new level?

Mantis, the American manufacturer of dry fire training solutions, introduces the TitanX – a laser-based training device that replicates a Glock-style pistol…

2025-11-13 | Michał Ihnatów | 4 minutes

Poland: Temporary Ban on Carrying Firearms in Warsaw on November 11, 2025

Minister Marcin Kierwiński has instructed the security services to take measures ensuring safety during the Independence March in Warsaw and other events…

2025-10-30 | Michał Ihnatów | 5 minutes

Over 100% increase in gun permits in Poland in 2024

The Polish Police have released statistical data on firearm permits issued in 2024. An increasing number of Poles now hold a permit, with…

2025-02-20 | Michał Ihnatów | 5 minutes

5 Best Value ATN Rifle Scopes Under €1500

ATN is a leading manufacturer of daytime optics, smart night vision, and thermal vision technology. The innovative features and ergonomic designs…

2022-11-11 | Redakcja | 9 minutes

MILMAG Visits Grand Power

Grand Power is a Slovak manufacturer of the acknowledged good quality firearms. Take part in our guided tour with English subtitles.

2022-05-23 | Redakcja | 1 minutes

SightMark Mini Shot M-Spec M1 V2 – a Complicated Name for Simple, Reliable Gear

The name of this unassuming little SightMark device sounds like the name of a vampire from The Witcher saga: Emiel Regis…

2025-11-26 | Anna Mielczarek | 9 minutes

Upgrading the Classic Glock with a DK ARMS Mounting Plate for a Red Dot Sight

Technology is advancing at a staggering pace. What was a novelty just two, three, or four years ago is now the standard. The same…

2025-09-22 | Karol Szczęśniak | 9 minutes

EOTECH Holographic Sight – History, Technology, Practice

The holographic sight is a device known for nearly 30 years and used by professionals around the world. A favorite sight of many…

2024-09-02 | Michał Gaweł | 12 minutes

8th International SAFE PLACE Congress Coming at the End of November

The 8th International Scientific and Technical Congress SAFE PLACE will be held from November 26th to 28th at the Windsor Hotel in Jachranka, near Warsaw. This year’s edition will focus on the security of organizations and facilities in the era of implementing the Civil Protection and Civil Defense System in Poland. In parallel with the Congress, the 15th National Workshop on Civil Protection and Civil Defense (OLiOC) will take place under the patronage of the NATO DEEP eAcademy.

SAFE PLACE is the largest recurring event in Poland dedicated to civil protection and civil defense. The congress is held under the patronage and with the organizational support of institutions that guarantee the highest quality of proceedings. The organizers ensure the participation of representatives from various sectors and fields, maintaining a B2B-standard format.


Proceedings of Last Year’s SAFE PLACE Congress

Running in parallel with the Congress are practical workshop panels, such as response to terrorist attacks, first aid in attack situations, technical security measures, and cybersecurity. This ensures that participants make full and meaningful use of their time in an engaging and diverse format. The organizers strive to maintain a friendly and collaborative atmosphere, fostering professional, academic, and expert connections. The Congress program also includes a variety of cultural and networking events, such as a gala banquet, demonstrations of the latest counterterrorism equipment (by the Police and the Polish Armed Forces), and technical security showcases.


One of the discussion panels during the Congress

Issues Related to Infrastructure and Potential Threats

During the Congress, a wide range of key topics related to civil protection and civil defense are addressed. Discussions will include the preparedness of facilities for wartime conditions, hybrid and criminal threats, and building the resilience of facilities and public spaces against attacks. Another major theme will be security management in critical infrastructure and facilities subject to mandatory protection, as well as in non-mandatory facilities.

Topics related to the implementation of international civil defense requirements in Poland will also be discussed.

In the area particularly relevant to local governments, the Congress will cover issues such as building resilience at the county, municipal, and city levels, response to life- and health-threatening attacks, first aid during such incidents, and safety education within organizations and facilities. Further sessions will explore threats and opportunities for facility administrators in light of the amendments to the Crisis Management Act, as well as the security of military facilities and installations, fire safety of buildings and spaces, and challenges and prospects for the security industry in the context of the implementation of the NIS-2, CER, and DORA Directives. The Congress will also discuss cybersecurity management within organizations and facilities.

One of the practical demonstrations of security measures

In the field of infrastructure, the discussion will cover innovation and the latest technologies in building the resilience of facilities and public spaces, as well as the challenges faced by architects, designers, and technical security system engineers in the era of modern threats.

The role and responsibilities of leaders in managing security within facilities and public spaces will also be addressed.


The SAFE PLACE Congress at the Windsor Hotel in Jachranka near Warsaw / Photos: Safety Project

International Forum

The SAFE PLACE Congress is aimed at security managers and professionals responsible for public-use facilities in Poland and abroad — including critical infrastructure, facilities subject to mandatory or special protection, public administration buildings (including those protected by the State Protection Service and the Marshal’s Guard), military sites, educational institutions and universities, shopping centers, office buildings, large retail stores, trade fairs, theaters, cinemas, museums, other cultural venues, places of worship, bank branches, cash distribution centers, and ATMs. Participants will include academics, researchers, and security experts. The Congress will also be of great interest to representatives of national security institutions, the private security and property protection sector, and the technical security industry. International experts and scientists will also take part in the event.

The SAFE PLACE Congress is the largest recurring event in Poland dedicated to facility security.

The organizers announce that the second round of ticket sales is now open – available until sold out.

Event website: https://safeplace.edu.pl/

Registration form: https://safeplace.edu.pl/kontakt/#formularz