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January 2025

From innovation to legend: the story of the FN MAG^®

Ernest Vervier, head of FN design team posing with the FN MAG®  General Purpose Machine Gun

Recognised worldwide under various names—MAG 58, Ksp 58, L7A2, GPMG, MMG, C6, M240—the FN MAG^® has solidified its status as a legend in military history. With deployment in over 90 countries and a combat presence spanning 60 years, this 7.62x51mm calibre machine gun remains the go-to choice for modern warfare, often mounted on cutting-edge vehicles and helicopters. But what makes this weapon so indispensable? Discover why this reliable workhorse outclasses its rivals and continues to inspire confidence on the battlefield.

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The Small Arms Ammunition Technologies (SAAT) project is officially launched. Coordinated by FN Herstal and conducted by a powerful European consortium, this initiative is set to redefine small arms ammunition standards across Europe.
Key highlights of the SAAT project:

• Defining the requirements for small arms ammunition effectiveness against current and future threats
  

• Defining the state-of-the-art of small arms ammunition technologies regarding projectile, propellant, cartridge case and interaction with the weapon

• Developing an optimised prototype of a small arms projectile
  

• Contributing to the optimisation of ammunition component technologies
  With a budget of €8.3 million, this four-year project unites 18 partners from nine nations, including defence companies, research organisations, and Ministries of Defence. The collaborative effort spans expertise in projectile design, propellant technology, and advanced materials.
  As Jonas Granberg from the European Defence Agency (EDA) stated, “SAAT will deliver practical, effective, and forward-looking solutions that address Europe’s defence challenges.”
  This project demonstrates the strength of European innovation and cooperation in defence. Stay tuned for more updates on this transformative journey!

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17-21 FEBRUARY
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24-26 FEBRUARY

ENFORCE TAC, NUREMBERG, GERMANY

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11-13 MARCH

SECURITY & POLICING, LONDON, UK

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FN Herstal is the Defence and Security branch of FN Browning Group. We, at FN Herstal, design, develop and manufacture a full range of innovative solutions at the leading edge of technology, centered on small arms, their ammunition and associated services, that meet specific market requirements today and in the future. Our customers are Armed Forces, Security Forces and Special Groups worldwide. Our product range includes small arms; Less Lethal systems; integrated weapon systems for air, sea and land operations such as remote weapon stations; small calibre ammunition; and solutions that harness modern technology to enhance the capabilities of the end user. As a 360-degree service support provider, we also manage MRO and technology transfer projects.
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