Hunting, sports shooting and related sectors generate €180 billion annually for Europe’s economy and support more than 1.1 million jobs across 30 countries, according to a landmark academic study presented in the European Parliament.
XS Sights has appointed Leaha Thomas as Commercial Sales Manager. In her new role, Thomas will oversee commercial sales strategy, grow aftermarket sales and manage the company’s customer solutions team.
EuroOptic Ltd has announced a new partnership with Beretta, expanding its product portfolio beyond firearms into hunting and shooting clothing and accessories.
Riton Optics has announced the acquisition of the Blackhound Optics trademarks and inventory as part of its strategy to expand market share in the optics sector.
Redding Reloading Equipment has released a full line of precision dies and die sets for the 25 X 47 Lapua cartridge, a growing choice among precision rifle competitors and varmint hunters.
Triebel Waffenwerkzeuge GmbH has stood for precision and quality Made in Germany for more than 75 years. With the launch of a new B2B portal, investment in state-of-the-art metrology and the introduction of innovative tools, the company is once again setting standards for manufacturers of hunting and sporting firearms, police authorities, proof houses, institutions and ambitious handloaders.
The industrial and technology group Czechoslovak Group (CSG) has announced record financial results for the first half of 2025, strengthening its position among Europe’s leading defence companies.
Beretta USA has unveiled the 92X Performance Carry Optic Dark Series, the latest evolution in its competition pistol lineup. The new model builds on the established 92X Performance Carry Optic platform, introducing refined features and a bold aesthetic available in three finishes: Scorched Earth, Midnight Squall, and Solar Flare.
EOTECH has announced its acquisition of VK Integrated Systems (VKIS), a Tennessee-based developer of advanced weapon electronics and real-time battlefield networking tools.
SIG SAUER has issued a detailed public statement addressing recent concerns, online discussion and media reports relating to its P320 pistol platform and what some are describing as incidents of “uncommanded discharge.”
Wilson Combat has announced that its sister company, Lehigh Defense LLC, has acquired the assets of Performance Engineering, a long-established firearm component manufacturer based in Hillsboro, Missouri.
Highlander Group, the Scottish-based manufacturer of outdoor and tactical gear, has announced a strategic partnership with AC AGENCY for representation in the French outdoor market. Effective from June 1, 2025, the agreement marks a key milestone in Highlander’s continued growth across Europe.
Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. (NYSE: RGR) has announced the asset purchase of Anderson Manufacturing, a firearms and accessories producer based in Hebron, Kentucky. The acquisition includes Anderson’s manufacturing facility and equipment, allowing Ruger to enhance its production capacity and broaden its product portfolio.