Avon Protection is pleased to confirm that the Group has received its second delivery order worth $6.7 million from the U.S. Defense Logistics Agency under the second-generation Advanced Combat Helmet contract SPE1C1-22-D-1516, which was previously awarded in February 2022.

Rigorous testing is still ongoing ahead of manufacturing ramp-up plans with initial deliveries commencing in FY24, positioning Avon Protection as the leading helmet supplier to the U.S. DOD.

Jos Sclater, Chief Executive Officer at Avon Protection, commented:

“We’re delighted to continue protecting U.S. military personnel with our advanced head protection solutions and look forward to continuing our long-standing partnership with this important customer.”