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title: "Current News"
description: "CBRNe World provides those tasked with defending against CBRN and IED threats with the essential practical, scientific and political information. Access the current and previous issues of the magazine by registering as a member."
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date: "2026-08-03T20:51:51+00:00"
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# Current News
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## [Evallic welcomes Argon Electronics, a global leader in CBRNe detection simulation and training](https://cbrneworld.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=4049:evallic-welcomes-argon-electronics-a-global-leader-in-cbrne-detection-simulation-and-training&catid=9)
02 July 2026 | Zoe Rutherford
Evallic is pleased to announce the acquisition of Argon Electronics (UK) Limited (“Argon”), the global leader in detection simulation and training equipment for chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear and explosive (CBRNe) and hazardous materials threats. Founded in 1987, Argon has built a 30-year track record serving military, law enforcement and civilian defence organizations worldwide. It…
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## [Porton Down gets £580m to fight 'biological threats'](https://cbrneworld.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=4020:porton-down-gets-gbp580m-to-fight-biological-threats&catid=9)
30 June 2026 | Zoe Rutherford | [Biological](https://cbrneworld.com/index.php?option=com_tags&view=tag&id%5B0%5D=16:biological)
Originally published by BBC News. More than half a billion pounds will be invested in a new biological defence laboratory at a UK base. The Government has announced it will create the £580m start-of-the-art facility at Porton Down, home to the Government's Defence, Science and Technology Labs, near Amesbury in Wiltshire. The funding is part of the Government's long-delayed Defence Investment…
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## [Introducing Taranis Special Projects Limited](https://cbrneworld.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=4019:introducing-taranis-special-projects-limited&catid=9)
29 June 2026 | Zoe Rutherford
Taranis Special Projects Limited is a specialist training and advisory consultancy based in the UK, operating globally. Its mission: to deliver bespoke practical and theoretical Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear / Weapons of Mass Destruction / Hazardous Materials training and advisory support to government, military, law enforcement, private security and industry, operating in permissi…
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## [Joint Service Program Delivers Genetic Intelligence for the Modern Battlefield](https://cbrneworld.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=4018:joint-service-program-delivers-genetic-intelligence-for-the-modern-battlefield&catid=9)
29 June 2026 | Zoe Rutherford | [Detection](https://cbrneworld.com/index.php?option=com_tags&view=tag&id%5B0%5D=2:detection), [Threat](https://cbrneworld.com/index.php?option=com_tags&view=tag&id%5B0%5D=5:threat), [Biological](https://cbrneworld.com/index.php?option=com_tags&view=tag&id%5B0%5D=16:biological)
The U.S. Naval Research Laboratory (NRL), in partnership with the Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) and multiple Army and Navy research commands, has advanced a new generation of DNA and RNA sequencing technology designed to quickly identify biological threats in the field. The effort brings sophisticated laboratory capability into austere environments, giving forward-deployed units the abi…
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](https://cbrneworld.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=4017:cbrne-convergence-2026-call-for-papers-now-live&catid=9)## [CBRNe Convergence 2026 - Call for papers now live](https://cbrneworld.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=4017:cbrne-convergence-2026-call-for-papers-now-live&catid=9)
26 June 2026 | Zoe Rutherford
The CBRNe Convergence call for papers is now live! All the details you need to submit are below, so get reading and get writing, looking forward to reading some greeat submissions this year. Date: 3 - 5 November 2026. Location: Knoxville, Tennessee. Submission Deadline: August 31, 2026 CBRNe Convergence brings together the people who don't just study CBRNe threats, they live them. Military p…
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## [DHS S&T Delivers New Guidance to Crack Down on Synthetic Opioid Risks](https://cbrneworld.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=4016:dhs-s-t-delivers-new-guidance-to-crack-down-on-synthetic-opioid-risks&catid=9)
25 June 2026 | Zoe Rutherford | [Threat](https://cbrneworld.com/index.php?option=com_tags&view=tag&id%5B0%5D=5:threat), [Preparedness](https://cbrneworld.com/index.php?option=com_tags&view=tag&id%5B0%5D=71:preparedness), [Nitazene](https://cbrneworld.com/index.php?option=com_tags&view=tag&id%5B0%5D=126:nitazene), [Synthetic Opioid](https://cbrneworld.com/index.php?option=com_tags&view=tag&id%5B0%5D=127:synthetic-opioid)
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Science and Technology Directorate (S&T) released the updated Master Question List (MQL) for Synthetic Opioids, a powerful tool to help federal agencies, emergency responders, and planners crack down on synthetic opioid threats. Backed by the President’s executive order designating fentanyl as a weapon of mass destruction, this scientifically vetted r…
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](https://cbrneworld.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=4015:backpackable-ground-robot-launched-for-explosive-ordnance-disposal&catid=9)## [Backpackable Ground Robot Launched for Explosive Ordnance Disposal](https://cbrneworld.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=4015:backpackable-ground-robot-launched-for-explosive-ordnance-disposal&catid=9)
24 June 2026 | Zoe Rutherford | [UGV](https://cbrneworld.com/index.php?option=com_tags&view=tag&id%5B0%5D=55:ugv), [EOD](https://cbrneworld.com/index.php?option=com_tags&view=tag&id%5B0%5D=62:eod)
AeroVironment, Inc, a global leader in autonomous systems, today announced the launch of TOM 50 RE, a compact, backpackable uncrewed ground vehicle (UGV) developed by its wholly owned subsidiary Telerob. Designed for mobile exploration, mission-accompanying reconnaissance, explosive threat disposal, and operational support, TOM 50 RE enables dismounted forces, explosive ordnance disposal (EOD)…
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## [HMGCC Co-Creation Challenge: Upgradeable sensors to rapidly detect chemical and biological hazards.](https://cbrneworld.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=4014:hmgcc-co-creation-challenge-upgradeable-sensors-to-rapidly-detect-chemical-and-biological-hazards&catid=9)
22 June 2026 | Zoe Rutherford | [Detection](https://cbrneworld.com/index.php?option=com_tags&view=tag&id%5B0%5D=2:detection), [Technology](https://cbrneworld.com/index.php?option=com_tags&view=tag&id%5B0%5D=59:technology), [cbrn](https://cbrneworld.com/index.php?option=com_tags&view=tag&id%5B0%5D=87:cbrn)
Could you develop the next generation of sensors to protect against chemical and biological hazards? Early detection of chemical and biological hazards is the most effective way to limit harm and enact a proportionate response to protect lives and assets. HMGCC Co-Creation want to develop next-generation sensors to enhance our ability to detect a broad range of chemical and biological substances…
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[ 
](https://cbrneworld.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=4013:teledyne-flir-defense-launches-chemsense-protect-for-continuous-air-monitoring-chemical-detection&catid=9)## [Teledyne FLIR Defense Launches ‘CheMSense™ Protect’ for Continuous Air Monitoring Chemical Detection](https://cbrneworld.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=4013:teledyne-flir-defense-launches-chemsense-protect-for-continuous-air-monitoring-chemical-detection&catid=9)
17 June 2026 | Zoe Rutherford | [Detection](https://cbrneworld.com/index.php?option=com_tags&view=tag&id%5B0%5D=2:detection), [Threat](https://cbrneworld.com/index.php?option=com_tags&view=tag&id%5B0%5D=5:threat), [Chemical](https://cbrneworld.com/index.php?option=com_tags&view=tag&id%5B0%5D=10:chemical)
Teledyne FLIR Defense, a pioneer in intelligent sensing solutions and part of Teledyne Technologies Incorporated (NYSE:TDY), announced the launch of its advanced CheMSense™ Protect continuous and autonomous air monitor for rapid chemical detection. As the first commercially available chemical detection system utilizing Teledyne’s Multi-Dimensional Mass Spectrometry (MDMS™) technology, CheMSense P…
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](https://cbrneworld.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=4010:avon-protection-introduces-new-short-duration-cbrn-combination-system-powered-air-purifying-respirator&catid=9)## [Avon Protection introduces new short-duration CBRN Combination System Powered Air Purifying Respirator](https://cbrneworld.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=4010:avon-protection-introduces-new-short-duration-cbrn-combination-system-powered-air-purifying-respirator&catid=9)
15 June 2026 | Zoe Rutherford | [Threat](https://cbrneworld.com/index.php?option=com_tags&view=tag&id%5B0%5D=5:threat), [Protection](https://cbrneworld.com/index.php?option=com_tags&view=tag&id%5B0%5D=15:protection), [cbrn](https://cbrneworld.com/index.php?option=com_tags&view=tag&id%5B0%5D=87:cbrn)
Avon Protection introduces a new short duration (SD) breathing apparatus option of their Powered Air Purifying Respirator (PAPR) for integration with a Combination Respirator Unit (CRU). CS-PAPR SD provides military special forces and tactical teams with the capability to switch between breathing protection levels dependent on threat levels for safer operation for the wearer. CS-PAPR SD has been…
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](https://cbrneworld.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=4009:special-convergence-promotion-2-for-1&catid=9)## [Special Convergence Promotion: 2-for-1](https://cbrneworld.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=4009:special-convergence-promotion-2-for-1&catid=9)
15 June 2026 | Zoe Rutherford
We know how tight budgets have been getting lately, and in an effort to help you be able to attend Convergence during these times, we are running a special promotion for the duration of the World Cup. From June 11 to July 19 you can get two Convergence places for the price of one! And, that is for our early bird pricing, so each ticket is only $230. If you would like to take advantage of this…
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## [Allen-Vanguard secures over $3 million worth of new contracts in Africa](https://cbrneworld.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=4008:allen-vanguard-secures-over-3-million-worth-of-new-contracts-in-africa&catid=9)
11 June 2026 | Zoe Rutherford
Allen-Vanguard, a global leader in Cyber Electromagnetic Activities (CEMA), has secured over $3 million worth of new contracts for its vehicle-based Electronic Countermeasure (ECM) system (3XXX) and highly adaptable man-portable ECM system (SCORPION 2) to enhance the force protection and C-IED capability of two African nations. Allen-Vanguard will be at Eurosatory, Hall 5a – DE345 to discuss all…
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](https://cbrneworld.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=4007:boston-dynamics-spot-robot-dog-outfitted-with-blackline-safety-gas-detector&catid=9)## [Boston Dynamics’ Spot Robot Dog Outfitted with Blackline Safety Gas Detector](https://cbrneworld.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=4007:boston-dynamics-spot-robot-dog-outfitted-with-blackline-safety-gas-detector&catid=9)
11 June 2026 | Zoe Rutherford | [Detection](https://cbrneworld.com/index.php?option=com_tags&view=tag&id%5B0%5D=2:detection), [Threat](https://cbrneworld.com/index.php?option=com_tags&view=tag&id%5B0%5D=5:threat)
Blackline Safety Corp, a global leader in connected safety technology, has announced its partnership with MFE Inspection Solutions to integrate Blackline’s cloud-connected portable detector with Boston Dynamics' Spot®, the world’s leading mobile industrial robot. The solution extends connected gas detection into robotic workflows, instantly delivering gas readings, alerts and location data to rem…
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