Colt Canada Signs Major Contract with Danish Defence for 26,000 C8 Modular Rail Rifle Carbines
Prague (September 5, 2025) – Colt CZ Group SE (“Colt CZ”, the “Group” or the “Company”) hereby announces that in August 2025, its subsidiary Colt Canada has signed a major contract with the Danish Defence Acquisition and Logistics Organization (DALO) for the supply of 26,000 C8 MRR (Modular Rail Rifle) carbines.
This agreement marks an important extension of the longstanding partnership between Denmark and Canada in the field of small arms. For more than 30 years, Colt Canada has provided the Danish Armed Forces with reliable and battle-proven weapon systems that contribute to the safety and security of Denmark’s soldiers at home and abroad.
“DALO are proud to celebrate over 30 years of trusted collaboration with Colt Canada, providing weapon systems to our soldiers. With the signing of a new contract, we look forward to continuing this strong and enduring partnership. The procurement of the M25 C8 MRR supports the rapid buildup of the Danish Armed Forces,” said Colonel Thomas O. Knudsen, Head of the Land Division at the Danish Ministry of Defence Acquisition and Logistics Organisation.
“The signing of this new contract underscores Colt Canada’s commitment to supporting the Danish Armed Forces with trusted and proven small arms, and to strengthening our longstanding partnership with Denmark,” stated Sean Congdon, President and CEO of Colt Canada.
The C8 MRR represents the latest evolution of Colt Canada’s small arms family, combining modularity, precision, and durability to meet the operational requirements of today’s armed forces. Through this contract, Colt Canada reaffirms its role as a trusted NATO partner and continues its mission to deliver world class solutions that enhance the security and effectiveness of allied forces.
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Colt CZ Group (Colt CZ) is one of the leading producers of firearms and ammunition for military and law enforcement, personal defense, hunting, sport shooting, and other commercial use. It markets and sells its products mainly under the Colt, CZ (Česká zbrojovka), Colt Canada, Dan Wesson, Sellier & Bellot, Spuhr, swissAA and 4M Tactical brands.
Colt CZ Group is headquartered in the Czech Republic and employs more than 4,000 people in its production facilities in the Czech Republic, the United States, Canada, Sweden, Switzerland, and Hungary. The Group has been listed on the Prague Stock Exchange since 2020, and its majority shareholder is Česká zbrojovka Partners SE holding.
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