DSM Dyneema wins coveted Soldier Technology Award

DSM Dyneema’s ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene fibre, branded as Dyneema ? , has been named the winner of the Soldier Technology Award’s Best Light-Weight Protective Product for the Soldier category. Facing intense competition, Dyneema ? - the world’s strongest fibre? - was chosen for its unmatched ballistic performance in body armour combined with its light weight and flexibility for significantly improved personal comfort and mobility. The award was presented to Richard Gunters, Key Account Manager EMEA,on June 12 during a ceremony. 

This year’s competition for the Soldier Technology Awards was particularly strong, with a large field of contenders. However, a jury panel of experts determined that Dyneema ? best met the criteria for outstanding lightweight protection. This exceptional material was developed for the defense sector to increase the mobility and protection of soldiers in a wide range of combat scenarios. Since 2005 NP Aerospace has delivered 40,000 sets of inserts with Dyneema ? backing material to the United Kingdom Ministry of Defence for the Osprey body armor system. DSM Dyneema also presented on Dyneema ?  fiber at the Soldier Technology Conference 2013 in London.  www.dyneema.com