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The latest news from the international firearms and outdoor trade: business, distribution, people and legislation.

Czech industrial group CSG, owned by Michal Strnad, has bought a majority stake in family-owned Armi Perazzi, the Italian competition shotgun maker.

The military-tested MRADELR is now available commercially, an off-the-shelf rifle built for extreme long-range shooting.

The board has rejected what it describes as an unsolicited offer from Colt CZ Group, following advice from its financial and legal advisors.

IWA OutdoorClassics invites the industry to Nuremberg in 2024

A tenancy at Picatinny Arsenal in New Jersey gives the Australian group a base as it works to strengthen allied supply of critical munitions.

The oldest arms manufacturer in France, now part of Cybergun Group, has signed a record framework contract with Ukrainian state firm Ukrspecexport.

The German Pavilion at SHOT Show becomes the IWA Pavilion, securing its future after German ministry funding was withdrawn.

The Department of Commerce has suspended new export licences for certain firearms and ammunition for about 90 days while it reviews policy.

The acquisition of Paragon Weapon Light Cleaner adds firearm maintenance products to the Georgia company’s accessories and machining business.

Viking Arms has won a seven-year framework from the Ministry of Defence’s Dismounted Close Combat team for SWESS light battle systems.

The Czech group is buying Vista Outdoor’s Sporting Products business, including Federal, CCI, Remington and Speer, for $1.91 billion.