Defence & Space

Hanwha to deliver K9 MH wheeled howitzer prototypes to the US Army

Hanwha Defense US, the US subsidiary of South Korea’s Hanwha Aerospace, will deliver six K9 MH wheeled howitzer prototypes to the…

2026-08-19 | Rafał Muczyński | 5 minutes

Rheinmetall and Hensoldt integrate Twinvis passive radar with air defense system

German defense group Rheinmetall AG and Hensoldt have announced that, during the German Air Force’s Timber Express 2026 exercise, they demonstrated…

2026-08-19 | Rafał Muczyński | 3 minutes

ICEYE Federation: How can the effectiveness of national satellite constellations be increased?

In recent years, ICEYE has been increasingly developing its portfolio of services aimed at military customers. This European company, which builds satellites…

2026-06-17 | Przemysław Gurgurewicz | 14 minutes

MSBS Grot: A Polish firearm with its own DNA

The MSBS Grot is a family of carbines and rifles developed by Polish engineers, the military, and users who gradually shaped its…

2026-06-14 | Jakub Link-Lenczowski | 12 minutes

Hanwha to deliver K9 MH wheeled howitzer prototypes to the US Army

Hanwha Defense US, the US subsidiary of South Korea’s Hanwha Aerospace, will deliver six K9 MH wheeled howitzer prototypes to the…

2026-08-19 | Rafał Muczyński | 5 minutes

Rheinmetall and Hensoldt integrate Twinvis passive radar with air defense system

German defense group Rheinmetall AG and Hensoldt have announced that, during the German Air Force’s Timber Express 2026 exercise, they demonstrated…

2026-08-19 | Rafał Muczyński | 3 minutes

U.S.-UAE artificial intelligence task force

U.S. Central Command announced an agreement with the United Arab Emirates to establish the first bilateral task force aimed at accelerating the…

2026-07-28 | Rafał Muczyński | 3 minutes

Quantum Systems and Rohde & Schwarz cooperate on unmanned systems programs

German companies Quantum Systems and Rohde & Schwarz have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on cooperation in integrating electronic warfare and signals…

2026-05-13 | Rafał Muczyński | 3 minutes

MSPO 2026: Record-breaking edition driven by dual-use technologies

The 34th International Defence Industry Exhibition (MSPO) will take place at Targi Kielce on September 8–11, 2026. This year’s edition has already…

2026-08-18 | Redakcja | 5 minutes

Mehler Protection returns to Poland for MSPO 2026

Mehler Protection, part of Mehler Systems and a manufacturer of personal and platform ballistic protection, is returning to MSPO in Kielce from September…

2026-08-17 | Rafał Muczyński | 2 minutes

Hanwha to deliver K9 MH wheeled howitzer prototypes to the US Army

Hanwha Defense US, the US subsidiary of South Korea’s Hanwha Aerospace, will deliver six K9 MH wheeled howitzer prototypes to the…

2026-08-19 | Rafał Muczyński | 5 minutes

Rheinmetall and Hensoldt integrate Twinvis passive radar with air defense system

German defense group Rheinmetall AG and Hensoldt have announced that, during the German Air Force’s Timber Express 2026 exercise, they demonstrated…

2026-08-19 | Rafał Muczyński | 3 minutes

Poland: One year of Operation Safe West

July 7, 2026, marked the first anniversary of the launch of Operation “Safe West.” One year earlier, soldiers of the…

2026-07-09 | Redakcja | 3 minutes

US Customs and Border Protection orders more Airbus H125 helicopters

European company Airbus Helicopters has finalized a contract for the purchase of 10 H125 light helicopters by US Customs and Border Protection’s…

2026-07-09 | Rafał Muczyński | 3 minutes

Hanwha to deliver K9 MH wheeled howitzer prototypes to the US Army

Hanwha Defense US, the US subsidiary of South Korea’s Hanwha Aerospace, will deliver six K9 MH wheeled howitzer prototypes to the…

2026-08-19 | Rafał Muczyński | 5 minutes

Rheinmetall and Hensoldt integrate Twinvis passive radar with air defense system

German defense group Rheinmetall AG and Hensoldt have announced that, during the German Air Force’s Timber Express 2026 exercise, they demonstrated…

2026-08-19 | Rafał Muczyński | 3 minutes

Trump limits US participation in South Korea’s Ulchi Freedom Shield 2026 exercises

President Donald Trump has instructed the Pentagon to reduce US military participation in the annual Ulchi Freedom Shield exercise in South Korea, citing…

2026-08-17 | Rafał Muczyński | 4 minutes

Rheinmetall and Boeing deepen cooperation on European CCA project

Rheinmetall and Boeing have announced the launch of a joint program aimed at rapidly introducing Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) capabilities in Germany –…

2026-08-10 | Radosław Niesobski | 2 minutes

Astrolight and ATMOS Space Cargo sign laser communications cooperation agreement

Astrolight and ATMOS Space Cargo are planning the world’s first in-flight laser communications link between a spacecraft returning from orbit and…

2026-08-18 | Redakcja | 6 minutes

Airbus to supply communications satellite to Spain

Airbus Defence and Space has secured a contract from Spanish operator Hisdesat to develop and build the SpainSat NG-III satellite, Europe’s most…

2026-08-07 | Radosław Niesobski | 2 minutes
Shooting

Sightmark Introduces the Mini Shot M‑Spec Solar Enclosed M4 Closed‑Emitter Red Dot Sight

Sightmark expands its lineup with a new closed‑emitter reflex sight — the Mini Shot M‑Spec Solar Enclosed M4. Designed for hunting and…

2026-08-21 | Michał Ihnatów | 2 minutes

New FALCO D910 L chest holster

FALCO, a Slovak holster manufacturer with many years of experience, is introducing the D910 L — a long‑awaited Kydex chest holster welcomed by the…

2026-08-21 | Michał Ihnatów | 2 minutes

Sightmark Introduces the Mini Shot M‑Spec Solar Enclosed M4 Closed‑Emitter Red Dot Sight

Sightmark expands its lineup with a new closed‑emitter reflex sight — the Mini Shot M‑Spec Solar Enclosed M4. Designed for hunting and…

2026-08-21 | Michał Ihnatów | 2 minutes

New FALCO D910 L chest holster

FALCO, a Slovak holster manufacturer with many years of experience, is introducing the D910 L — a long‑awaited Kydex chest holster welcomed by the…

2026-08-21 | Michał Ihnatów | 2 minutes

BC ARMS USA: Polish defense company enters the American market

BC ARMS USA is a new company based in California that will offer Americans ballistic protection equipment of Polish design.

2026-07-01 | Michał Ihnatów | 2 minutes

Soft armor vest Titanium Tactical QR I from Greek Anorak

The Greek company Anorak offers a soft bulletproof vest, Titanium Tactical QR I, available for sale from EUR 599 to EUR 738.

2026-06-23 | Rafał Muczyński | 2 minutes

Polish team wins King of 2 Miles 2026 competition

Jakub Sidorowicz as the shooter and Rafał Rutkowski as the spotter won the demanding King of 2 Miles long-range competition in France, scoring two…

2026-05-12 | Michał Ihnatów | 3 minutes

This Year’s Spring Delta Long Range Weekend Concludes

Another edition of the Delta Long Range Weekend has concluded. Long-range shooting enthusiasts met at the Military Institute of Armament Technology…

2026-05-11 | Grzegorz Sobczak | 4 minutes

CZ Bren 3 for Montenegro

On July 24th, 2026, Colt CZ Group officially announced the signing of an agreement for the delivery of products from Česká…

2026-07-28 | Michał Ihnatów | 2 minutes

New 1–10x LPVO: Sightmark Presidio 1–10×26 SFP

Sightmark is introducing a new Presidio 1–10×26 SFP low‑power variable optic, designed to stand out with an MRAD reticle featuring a centrally illuminated…

2026-07-22 | Michał Ihnatów | 3 minutes

Mantis TitanX now available at the Strefa Celu store

Strefa Celu (Jammas) announces the arrival of advanced Mantis TitanX training devices, which, taking the form of a Glock pistol replica…

2026-04-02 | Michał Ihnatów | 3 minutes

Delta Long Range Weekend 2026 coming on May 9

This year’s edition of Delta Long Range Weekend will take place on May 9. Do you shoot mid-range, long-range, or extreme long-range? Test…

2026-03-16 | Michał Ihnatów | 5 minutes

Growth in Firearm Permits in Poland Continues in 2025

The National Police Headquarters has released a report on firearm permits in Poland in 2025. The number of shooters continues to increase, with nearly 45,000…

2026-02-06 | Michał Ihnatów | 6 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

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

Mactronic Patrol RX Flashlight – Six-Month Field Review

I received the Mactronic Patrol RX for testing at the end of 2025. After more than six months of use, I can now…

2026-07-02 | Michał Ihnatów | 9 minutes

KJI K950 Carbon – a tripod for discerning shooters

The concept of tripods in shooting has firmly taken root in shooters’ minds. The idea of using tripods began to take shape during…

2026-06-11 | Jarosław Lis | 10 minutes

Light on the Rifle: Why It Changes Everything Inside a Building

Weapon-mounted lighting is one of the most discussed and least understood categories in tactical equipment. This is a guide to what it actually…

2026-07-13 | Redakcja | 5 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

Success for the CZ Shooting Team – IPSC Handgun World Shoot 2025

From 11-28 September 2025, the Frontier Shooting Range in Matlosana, South Africa, hosted the 20th anniversary edition of the IPSC Handgun World Shoot – the world championship in practical shooting. CZ was the proud Match Sponsor of this most prestigious competition and is also a long-standing IPSC Global Partner. Members of the CZ Shooting Team brought home a total of ten medals from Matlosana – four gold, four silver, and two bronze.

Excellent performance of CZ Shooting Team

More than 1,800 shooters from 50 countries gathered at the starting line and completed 30 challenging shooting stages. The performance of French shooter Eric Grauffel, a legendary member of the CZ Shooting Team, attracted the most attention at this year’s world championship. He achievedhistoric milestone becoming world champion for the tenth time in a row. He won his first title as a junior and has since managed to win every world championship. In Matlosana, he triumphed in the PRODUCTION OPTICS division, thus definitively entering the history books of sport shooting, while his son Robin Grauffel won his first world championship title in the Junior category of the same division.

Both shooters were aided in their outstanding performances in the PRODUCTION OPTICS division by CZ SHADOW 2 ORANGE OR pistols.

Eric (left) and Robin (Right) Grauffel

Other members of the CZ Shooting Team also achieved commendable results. In the PRODUCTION division, Argentine German Romitelli took silver and his compatriot Juan Pablo Duran won bronze.

Juan Pablo Duran (left) and German Romitelli (right)

In the Lady category of the same division, Italian CZ Shooting Team member Camilla Almici was in top form and securedvictory.

Camilla Almici

In the Senior category of this division, Serbian Ljubisa Momcilovic added silver to the lengthy list of medals.

Ljubisa Momcilovic

All of these competitors shot with CZ SHADOW 2 ORANGE pistols in the championship.

In the STANDARD division, Kahlil Adrian Viray of the Philippines put in a great performance, finishing second just behind the winner. Czech shooter Josef Rakusan won gold in the Senior category, and his teammate Petr Znamenacek took silver.

From left to right: Kahlil Adrian Viray, Josef Rakusan nad Petr Znamenacek

Shooters in this division competed with CZ TS 2 ORANGE pistols.

In the OPEN division, Czech shooter Martina Sera finished third in the Lady category. Helping her achieve this result was a CZ 75 TS CZECHMATE pistol.

Martina Sera

CZ would like to thank everyone who participated in the organization and preparation of this anniversary edition of the world championship, congratulate the winners and all members of the CZ Shooting Team on their achievements, and wish them many more winning performances on the international stage.

Results of the Championship

PRODUCTION OPTICS division

1. Eric Grauffel (FRA), CZ Shooting Team 100%

2. Emile Obriot (FRA) 95.86%

3. Jacob Hetherington (USA) 94.95%

4. Edcel John Gino (PHL), CZ Shooting Team 94.79%

7. Martin Kamenicek (CZE), CZ Shooting Team 92.62%

PRODUCTION OPTICS division, Junior category

1. Robin Grauffel (FRA), CZ Shooting Team

PRODUCTION division

1. Mason Lane (USA) 100%

2. German Romitelli (ARG), CZ Shooting Team 99.17%

3. Juan Pablo Duran (ARG), CZ Shooting Team 98.23%

6. Gaston Quindi Vallerga (ARG), CZ Shooting Team 96.60%

7. Miguel Ramos (POR), CZ Shooting Team 95.56%

PRODUCTION division, Lady category

1. Camilla Almici (ITA), CZ Shooting Team

PRODUCTION division, Senior category

2. Ljubisa Momcilovic (SER), CZ Shooting Team

STANDARD division

1. Rolly Tecson (PHL) 100%

2. Kahlil Adrian Viray (PHL), CZ Shooting Team 99.93%

3. Scott Brown (USA) 95.30%

8. Zdenek Liehne (CZE), CZ Shooting Team 88.33%

STANDARD division, Senior category

1. Josef Rakusan (CZE), CZ Shooting Team

2. Petr Znamenacek (CZE), CZ Shooting Team

OPEN division, Lady category

3. Martina Sera (CZE), CZ Shooting Team

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