Cadre Holdings

What Cadre Holdings does

Cadre Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: CDRE), founded in 2012 and headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida, is a global manufacturer and distributor of safety and survivability equipment for law enforcement, military, first responders, and the nuclear industry. The company operates through two reportable segments: a Product segment (manufacturing of body armor, explosive ordnance disposal equipment, duty gear, blast attenuation seats, communications headsets, nuclear safety products, and remote handling solutions) and a Distribution segment (one-stop shop for law enforcement agencies supplying uniforms, optics, boots, firearms, and ammunition alongside internally manufactured products). The portfolio comprises more than a dozen heritage brands, including Safariland (founded 1964), Med-Eng, Bianchi Leather (founded 1958), GH Armor Systems, TYR Tactical, Atlantic Tactical, Lawmen's, United Uniform, Alpha Safety, and Alien Gear Holsters, with manufacturing facilities across the United States, Mexico, Canada, the United Kingdom, Germany, Italy, France, and Lithuania, and products utilized in over 100 countries.

The underlying technology spans materials science in advanced ballistic armor (Safariland's SX HP hybrid ballistic panel introduced in 2025, selected by the FBI over 11 competing products), specialized blast attenuation seats for military vehicles (deployed in GDELS EAGLE vehicles under an $86.4 million contract), proprietary soft body armor integrating Hardwire and FirstSpear technologies, and high-performance custom communication headsets (TCI). The nuclear safety vertical, anchored by Alpha Safety and Zircaloy, provides radiation protection, containers for radioactive materials, and ventilation solutions serving commercial nuclear power, the Department of Energy, and defense sectors.

Revenue is generated primarily through point-in-time hardware sales to government agencies (federal, state, and local), military, first responders, and commercial customers via a direct sales force, distribution partners (Atlantic Tactical, United Uniform, Lawmen's), brand-operated e-commerce sites, and third-party resellers. Long-term government contracts are recognized over time using an input method based on costs incurred. The business has scaled through aggressive M&A — completing over $400 million of acquisitions since January 2024 (TYR Tactical at approximately $145 million, Alpha Safety at $106.5 million, Zircaloy at $89.6 million, and Alien Gear Holsters at $10.3 million) — and reached $610.3 million in full-year 2025 net sales, growing 19% year-over-year to $155.4 million in Q1 2026 with a record $355 million orders backlog.

Name

Cadre Holdings

Legal name

Cadre Holdings, Inc.

Website

https://cadre-holdings.com

Company type

Public

Founded year

2012

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

Cadre Holdings manufactures and distributes safety and survivability equipment, including body armor, EOD equipment, blast attenuation seats, and nuclear safety products, for law enforcement, military, first responders, and nuclear industries through brands such as Safariland, Med-Eng, and TYR Tactical, operating manufacturing facilities across eight countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Tactical and Protective Equipment Manufacturing

NAICS

Small Arms, Ordnance, and Ordnance Accessories Manufacturing (332994)

SIC

Ordnance & Accessories, (No Vehicles/Guided Missiles) (3480)

akta.pro primary industry

Public Safety & Law Enforcement Uniforms (CRAAALAC)

Keywords

• Tactical protective equipment
• Body armor manufacturing
• Law enforcement gear
• Explosive ordnance disposal equipment
• Nuclear safety products

Headquarters

HQ city

Jacksonville

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices10 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Product Sales: Cadre generates revenue primarily from the sale of physical safety and survivability products including body armor, explosive ordnance disposal equipment, duty gear, remote handling solutions, containers for radioactive materials, and nuclear safety products. Revenue is recognized at point-in-time when products are shipped or delivered to customers.
2. Distribution Services: The Distribution segment serves as a one-stop shop for law enforcement agencies, selling internally manufactured products as well as third-party products including uniforms, optics, boots, firearms, and ammunition. Revenue is recognized at point-in-time upon delivery.
3. Long-term Government Contracts: The company enters into long-term contracts with government agencies that contain performance obligations satisfied over time. For these contracts, revenue is recognized using input method based on costs incurred.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Cadre Holdings manufactures and distributes safety and survivability products for law enforcement, military, first responders, and nuclear markets. The company operates two segments: Product (manufacturing body armor, explosive ordnance disposal equipment, duty gear, holsters, nuclear safety products, and communications equipment) and Distribution (one-stop shop for law enforcement agencies selling both internally manufactured and third-party products including uniforms, optics, boots, firearms, and ammunition).

Product overview

Cadre Holdings is a leading global provider of safety and survivability products designed for first responders, federal agencies, outdoor recreation and personal protection markets. The company operates a portfolio of highly-respected brands organized into two segments: Product (manufacturing of safety equipment) and Distribution (one-stop shop for law enforcement agencies). Key product brands include Safariland (holsters, body armor, communications), Med-Eng (blast protection), Bianchi Leather (leather holsters), GH Armor Systems (protective solutions), and TYR Tactical (tactical gear). The company also operates distribution brands including Atlantic Tactical, Lawmen's, and United Uniform. Recent acquisitions include TYR Tactical (January 2026), Alpha Safety (Q1 2024), ICOR Technology (2023), and Alien Gear Holsters (April 2026). Core products include body armor, explosive ordnance disposal equipment, duty gear, nuclear safety products, and communications solutions, utilized in over 100 countries.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Safariland: Innovative and technologically advanced holsters, gear, body armor and communications
• Med-Eng
• Bianchi Leather
• GH Armor Systems
• Atlantic Tactical
• Alpha Safety
• TYR Tactical
• Protech
• Hatch
• Tactical Command Industries
• Cyalume

Products and services

• Safariland Leading brand offering technologically advanced holsters, gear, body armor, and communications products for law enforcement, military, fire/rescue, and outdoor markets. Established in 1964, known for the first commercially available personal soft body armor for law enforcement in the 1970s.
• Med-Eng Provides solutions to protect military and public safety personnel from blast threats, including explosive ordnance disposal equipment and blast attenuation seats deployed in military vehicles.
• Bianchi Leather Since 1958, the leader in quality leather holsters and gear for law enforcement and consumer markets.
• GH Armor Systems Leading provider of high-performance protective solutions to the military, federal and law enforcement communities, including hard and soft armor.
• Atlantic Tactical One of the nation's largest public safety equipment and uniform suppliers, serving as a one-stop shop for law enforcement agencies distributing both Cadre products and third-party items.
• Lawmen's Law enforcement tactical gear and supplies distributor for police, military, and EMS.
• United Uniform Premier retailer and distributor of equipment, tactical gear and uniforms for law enforcement.
• Pacific Safety Products Comprehensive portfolio of advanced armour solutions designed to provide superior protection.
• Hatch Offers a full line of the finest protective gloves for uniformed, tactical, corrections and military personnel.
• Break Free Synthetic-based cleaners, lubricants, and preservative compounds for firearms, sports equipment, and industrial machinery.
• Protech Comprehensive offering of field-proven hard and soft armor for tactical teams.
• Tactical Command Industries (TCI) Innovative communications solutions including high-performance custom communication headsets, audio solutions, and COTS communications products for law enforcement, military, firefighting and personal protection markets. Founded in 1996 by law enforcement professionals.
• Radar Family-owned Italian manufacturer with over 60 years of experience in the design and development of holsters and duty gear, acquired January 2022.
• Cyalume The world leader in chemical light to the US and NATO military forces, other commercial and law enforcement markets.
• Alpha Safety
• ICOR Technology ICOR robots and products are used by professionals in national and local civilian law enforcement agencies worldwide for explosive ordnance disposal and related operations.
• TYR Tactical
• Protech Armor Systems Hard-armor technologies and solutions designed and manufactured for virtually all types of applications.
• Safariland SX HP Ballistic Panel Advanced hybrid ballistic armor panel for body armor systems, designed to deliver top-tier ballistic protection at reduced weight and thickness. Selected by the FBI for a five-year, $61 million IDIQ contract under Predictive Ballistics LLC's Overt Armor Kit.

Quantifiable outcome

• 19% year-over-year revenue growth in Q1 2026
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Scale indicators15 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Point Blank Enterprises: U.S. manufacturer of body armor and ballistic protective solutions for law enforcement, military, and federal agencies. Directly comparable to Cadre's Safariland, GH Armor, and Protech ballistic product lines serving the same agency customers.
• Avon Protection: Specialty manufacturer of respiratory, head, and body protection systems for military, first responders, and law enforcement. Comparable to Cadre's Med-Eng blast protection and TCI communications portfolios serving overlapping tactical and military end users.
• Revision Military: Designer and manufacturer of protective eyewear and soldier systems for militaries and law enforcement. Comparable niche player in personal protective equipment serving similar defense and public safety procurement channels.
• 5.11 Tactical: Branded apparel, footwear, and gear for law enforcement, military, and tactical consumers. Directly comparable to Cadre's Bianchi, Safariland, and TYR Tactical duty gear lines serving overlapping public safety, military, and consumer markets.
• Armor Express: Manufacturer of soft and hard body armor and ballistic resistant products for federal, state, and local law enforcement. Directly comparable to Cadre's Safariland, GH Armor, and Protech body armor brands serving the same agencies.

Broad incumbents

• BAE Systems (Platform & Services / former Armor Holdings): Global defense prime with a substantial body armor and survivability business inherited from Armor Holdings. Broader portfolio overlaps with Cadre's law enforcement and military protection offerings, but operates at vastly larger scale and across many other defense segments.
• Honeywell (Personal Protective Equipment): Diversified industrial conglomerate offering PPE, respiratory protection, and safety products. Overlaps with Cadre's duty gear and protective equipment offerings through a much broader safety portfolio across industrial and government markets.
• 3M (Personal Safety Division): Diversified manufacturer with a Personal Safety Division supplying respiratory protection, hearing protection, and other PPE to industrial and first responder customers. Broader incumbent with overlapping but much wider PPE scope than Cadre's specialized law enforcement/military focus.
• Vista Outdoor: Outdoor and shooting sports products company with ammunition, optics, and tactical brands overlapping Cadre's distribution segment and duty gear lines. Broader incumbent serving similar consumer, law enforcement, and military channels.

Others

• TE Connectivity / TE Defense: Supplier of connectors, sensors, and electronic components into defense, aerospace, and tactical communications applications. Comparable as an enabling supplier of underlying technologies (electronics, communications) used in products like Cadre's TCI communications equipment, rather than a direct competitor.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Subsidiaries14 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds4 records

Investors3 records

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M&A5 records

Investments

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