The Outdoor Wire

Acquisitions

Fortified Equity has announced its acquisition of AVID, the Florida-based performance lifestyle brand rooted in fishing, hunting, and outdoor adventure. Alongside the acquisition, Pete Angle has been named Chief Executive Officer, bringing a fresh vision to expand the brand’s presence in the outdoor and fashion markets.

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In a strategic move to expand its role in the defense technology ecosystem, EOTECH announced the acquisition of VK Integrated Systems (VKIS), a Tennessee-based developer of advanced weapon electronics and battlefield networking solutions.

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CCW Safe announced the acquisition of the Armed Citizens’ Legal Defense Network Inc. (ACLDN). The Armed Citizens’ Legal Defense Network was established in 2008 by Marty and Gila Hayes. Marty Hayes, a former law enforcement officer, firearms instructor, and author on self-defense law, played a key role in its founding. Today, ACLDN has members across all 50 states.

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Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. announced the asset purchase of Anderson Manufacturing, a manufacturer of firearms and firearm accessories based in Hebron, Kentucky. This strategic purchase includes Anderson's manufacturing facility and machinery and will provide Ruger the opportunity to work with a skilled and experienced workforce, strengthening its production capabilities and expanding its product offerings.

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PH Holdings, the parent company of PH Outdoors and PH Turf, announces the acquisition of Turf Pride USA, a leading manufacturer of professional turf maintenance equipment. This acquisition brings together some of the most trusted names in golf and sports turf care and marks a new chapter in innovation and service for turf professionals across the country.

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Tuesday, April 29, 2025

Celerant Technology has announced its acquisition of Saledock, a modern, UK-based retail software company. This strategic merger marks Celerant’s official expansion into international markets, a goal in the making for several years.

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Tuesday, January 21, 2025

MDT announces the acquisition of the Mountain and Backcountry bipods from MTNGear! MTNGear, a company based in New Zealand, was launched in 2018 by Matt Vincent to develop lightweight hunting products. The Mountain and Backcountry Bipods will join MDT's already impressive suite of bipods.

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C&H Precision announced that CEO and founder, Buck Holly has acquired a controlling interest in RuckPack, a veteran-founded company specializing in healthy energy drinks and supplements. Rob Dyer, founder of RuckPack and a fellow Marine Corps veteran, will remain with the company as managing partner.

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Cadre Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: CDRE) (“Cadre” or “the Company”) announced today it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Carr's Engineering Limited (excluding Chirton Engineering) and Carr's Engineering (US), Inc. (together the “Engineering Division”), each a subsidiary of Carr’s Group plc (“Carr’s Group”), for an enterprise value of £75 million payable in cash at completion.

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