Tulmar Safety Systems Secures UK Defence Contract to Equip Military with Life-Saving Tactical Gear

Hawkesbury, ON – Tulmar Safety Systems, a leading Canadian provider of engineered safety solutions for the defence, aviation, and civil safety sectors, has secured a multi-year contract with the UK Ministry of Defence’s Defence Equipment & Support (DE&S) organization. The contract will see Tulmar supply thousands of GALEO Tactical Life Preservers to British military, reinforcing the company’s position as a trusted supplier of life-saving military equipment worldwide.

Tulmar secured this contract in collaboration with UK-based partners, Scott Aerospace Ltd. and Brigantes Consulting Ltd., industry leaders in military equipment innovation.

Designed for the most extreme operational environments, the GALEO Tactical Life Preserver delivers exceptional flotation performance, seamless integration with specialized military gear, and uncompromising reliability—critical for elite operators whose missions demand the highest safety standards. Engineered and manufactured in Canada, GALEO exemplifies Canadian innovation in military life-preserving technology.

“The men and women of the UK military operate in some of the world’s harshest conditions, where absolute reliability is essential,” said Patrick Tallon, CEO of Tulmar Safety Systems. “This contract is a testament to our commitment to designing and delivering world-class protective equipment. It also underscores the global confidence in Canadian defence manufacturing and our team’s expertise in life-saving solutions.”

This milestone highlights Canada’s growing role in supplying allied nations with advanced protective solutions. With over 30 years of expertise in developing tactical life preservation equipment for NATO forces, Tulmar continues to strengthen its reputation as a leading global defence supplier.

Tulmar is ramping up production and expanding its workforce to fulfill this contract while continuing to support the Canadian Armed Forces and international defence partners. Strategic investments in innovation, advanced production technologies, and skilled workforce development—supported in part by Eastern Ontario development funds—are strengthening Tulmar’s ability to compete in global defence markets.

As Tulmar continues to lead in the design and manufacturing of engineered protective solutions, it remains dedicated to advancing safety for the defence, aviation, and civil safety sectors.