A Danish drone operator wore SAFEgaiter for ten days straight during a field exercise, using it as both camouflage and a dust mask. Here is what worked, what we learned, and why drone operations is one more scenario where SAFEgaiter proves its value.

Watchbird is heading to AUSA 2026 in Washington, D.C., 12–14 October. We’re looking to connect with defense organizations, distributors and industry partners to explore opportunities for SAFEgaiter, technology partnerships and industrial cooperation.

Field testing shows the difference SAFEgaiter can make during prolonged live-fire training, particularly when using suppressed firearms. A tester reported a significant reduction in the noticeable effects of toxic blowback after ten 30-round magazines.

At SOF Week 2026, SAFEgaiter was once again presented to the special operations community it was built for. Direct feedback from operators reinforced the need for lightweight respiratory protection against airborne particles in demanding operational environments.

SAFEgaiter was tested by special operations personnel at ISOF Range 2026, receiving strong feedback on fit, functionality and compatibility with existing equipment — while also providing valuable input for future development.

Enforce Tac 2026 opened new doors for SAFEgaiter, resulting in new distributor partnerships and opportunities across Europe. The event also revealed new use cases and reinforced demand from defence, law enforcement and security professionals.

Press Release: The Ministry of Defence procure products from Watchbird AS worth NOK 100 million through the Ukrainian Nansen donation program.

Norwegian innovation can save lives in Ukraine – SAFEgaiters® provide soldiers and personnel with improved respiratory protection.

Thanks to acquisitions through the Norwegian Government´s Nansen Program, the Norwegian MedTech company Watchbird AS will deliver a large number of SAFEgaiter® to Ukrainian forces.