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Avon awarded NATO Support & Procurement Agency FM50 mask contract

Avon Rubber has announced that Avon Protection has been awarded a 10-year contract by the NATO Support & Procurement Agency to supply FM50 mask systems, powered and supplied air systems, filters, spare parts and accessories.

Above: The Avon Protection M50 mask system.
Courtesy Avon Rubber

Avon Protection anticipates receiving the first order under this contract shortly, with initial deliveries contributing to our expected Rest of World Military revenues for the 2021 financial year.

Commenting, Paul McDonald, Chief Executive Officer, said: “I am delighted that Avon Protection’s world leading expertise in respiratory protection has been recognised by NATO through this contract award.

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"This contract award reflects continued delivery of our strategy to further broaden our customer base and maximise the value from our current portfolio.

"We are looking forward to partnering closely with this valued customer and supporting the wider NATO alliance.”

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