ICYMI: Industry News,
July 14–18, 2025

D&M Holding and Ukrainian Defense Industry To Produce Ammunition Propellant In U.S.

D&M Holding Company Inc. (D&M) and the Ukrainian Defense Industry Joint Stock Company (JSC) are partnering to produce specialty chemicals in the United States to address the critical shortage of propellant used in the production of ammunition for the Ukrainian defense forces.

The agreement was signed at the Ukraine Recovery Conference in Rome on July 11 by Ukrainian Defense Industry Director General Oleh Huliak and D&M Holding Company CEO Daniel Powers in the presence of Lt. General (Ret.) Keith Kellog – U.S. Special Envoy to Ukraine; Ambassador Julie S. Davis, U.S. Chargé d’Affaires to Ukraine; Lynndy Smith, Member of Ukrainian Defense Industry JSC Supervisory Board; Oleksandr Kamyshin, Advisor to Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy; and James Jones, EVP, D&M Holding Company Inc. Powers also spoke on a panel for defense manufacturing during the conference.

The single-base propellant made in this new U.S.-based facility will be used for artillery ammunition, including 155mm shells which are greatly needed by Ukraine in their ongoing defense against Russia.

“We have to gradually move from large-scale procurement to our own production to meet our immediate needs. It is equally important that the company will operate in a safe area. Our cooperation with American arms companies will continue in other areas,” emphasized Director General Huliak.

“This joint venture continues to build upon and further strengthen the relationship between D&M and Ukrainian state-owned enterprises with projects now in both Ukraine and the U.S.,” said Powers.

For more info: dmholding.com

SIG SAUER P320/M18 &P365 Fielded By Michigan State Police

SIG SAUER Inc. announced the Michigan State Police has fully transitioned its agency to the SIG SAUER P320/M18 pistol with a SIG ROMEO-M17 optic and FOXTROT2R light as the issued primary handgun system and the SIG SAUER P365 as the secondary firearm.

“We are proud the Michigan State Police chose SIG SAUER as its primary and secondary sidearm,” said Tom Jankiewicz, EVP, law enforcement sales for SIG SAUER Inc.

The SIG M18 was selected by the U.S. Army as part of the Modular Handgun System Program and is the P320 variant fielded by the United States Marine Corps. The P320/M18 will serve as the primary sidearm of the Michigan State Police. The SIG ROMEO-M17 red dot optic is military tested and assigned an NSN number, designed to meet the rigors of use by professional end users.

The FOXTROT2R weapon-mounted white light was designed to meet the needs of tactical professionals. Together, this system provides a comprehensive, best-in-class primary handgun solution for the men and women who serve the Michigan State Police.

The P365 is a high-capacity micro-compact providing the Michigan State Police more capacity, concealability and capability than other compact systems on the market. The ergonomic design of the P365 retains the characteristics of a full-sized pistol, making it more effective than a typical concealable pistol, providing the Michigan State Police with a highly concealable, reliable secondary firearm.

For more info: sigsauer.com

Outdoor Stewards Launches “Come With!” Recruitment Program

The Outdoor Stewards of Conservation Foundation (OSCF) has partnered with the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife (KYDFW) for a yearlong campaign called “Come With!” which focuses on increasing participation in hunting, trapping and target shooting across the Bluegrass State.

New data from the NSSF shows a 17% decline in target shooting participation since 2022. With additional reports of hunting and trapping numbers remaining flat, it is more important than ever to introduce new people to these activities.

OSCF research shows that millions of Americans from all walks of life are interested in giving activities like hunting and target shooting a try. One clear insight from years of research is that one of the most effective ways to get them off the fence and out into the field or on the range is a simple ask from a current hunter or target shooter that they already know and trust.

“Increasing participation in activities like hunting, fishing, trapping and target shooting not only allows for more people to learn a new skill and become advocates for conservation, but it also brings much needed new customers to the market,” said Murray Road CEO and OSCF board member Tim Brandt. “OSCF’s Come With! program is a low-cost way to engage with your current customers while growing future customers.”

For more info: outdoorstewards.org, fw.ky.gov

Federal Receives 2025 National 4-H Shooting Sports Pioneer Award

Federal Ammunition was recently honored with the 2025 4-H Shooting Sports Pioneer Award, which recognizes individuals or companies that have made significant contributions to the 4-H Shooting Sports program at a national level. The recipients of the award are honored for their exceptional dedication, leadership and vision in promoting the program’s growth and development.

“It is my honor to recognize Federal Ammunition, a truly remarkable legacy of support,” said Scott Stuhr, national 4-H Shooting Sports Program coordinator. “From the very beginning of when the national 4-H Shooting Sports Program was conceptualized in the late 1970s, Federal Ammunition has played a vital role in helping develop, guide and sustain it. Since its official start in 1980, Federal has been our longest continuous donor, over four decades of unwavering support that has impacted millions of young people nationwide. This award is a tribute to that lasting commitment and vision.”

“We, at Federal, are extremely honored to be recognized with the National 4-H Shooting Sports Pioneer Award,” Jon Zinnel, director of community relations for Federal Ammunition. “This award celebrates our long-term involvement and commitment, especially in helping to develop new initiatives, expanding opportunities for youth participation or securing resources to support the program. The core values of 4-H Shooting Sports match what our company also holds in high regard, such as safety, responsibility, sportsmanship and positive youth development within shooting sports. We are extremely proud of this award.”

For more info: federalpremium.com

GSM Outdoors Rallies To Help Kerr County Communities

To support those impacted by the devastating floods in Kerr County, Texas, GSM is now matching all donations made through select branded websites dollar for dollar.

Beginning Wednesday, July 9, through the end of the month, some of GSM Outdoors’ most recognized brands — including Stealth Cam, Walker’s, SOG, Muddy Outdoors, Cold Steel, Bill Lewis, Yamamoto Baits, Northland and more — are making it easy for customers to contribute to flood relief efforts across Central Texas. On each branded website, a Texas Flood Relief donation option is now available at checkout, enabling the outdoor community to support local families in their time of greatest need.

Whenever the donation option is added to an order, that brand will contribute 100% of every dollar gifted, pledging every penny directly to the Kerr County Relief Fund, where it will fund critical assistance and comfort to those facing the challenges of loss, recovery and rebuilding.

Those wishing to donate directly to the Kerr County Relief Fund can do so at https://cftexashillcountry.fcsuite.com/erp/donate/create/fund?funit_id=4201.

For more info: gsmoutdoors.com

CCW Safe Acquires Armed Citizens’ Legal Defense Network

CCW Safe, a national leader in self-defense legal Services, is proud to announce the acquisition of the Armed Citizens’ Legal Defense Network Inc. (ACLDN). With ACLDN now part of the CCW Safe family, the company is expanding its capacity to deliver exceptional legal defense and critical support to responsible firearm owners across the country. This acquisition allows CCW Safe to offer ACLDN members an even greater depth of resources, expert insights and confidence to all members now under the CCW Safe umbrella.

ACLDN members will now be part of CCW Safe’s growing community, where they will receive comprehensive support that includes 24/7 access to a Critical Response Team, unlimited coverage for criminal and civil defense and legal representation from leading self-defense attorneys. Members will also benefit from expert guidance that begins with training and education long before a self-defense incident occurs, along with emotional, physical and financial support.

Mike Darter, CEO of CCW Safe, said, “Both organizations have always shared the same purpose — supporting responsible firearm owners in the worst moment of their life when they find themselves in the aftermath of a self-defense incident.”

For more info: ccwsafe.com

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