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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
August 21, 2006
Blackwater and Heckler & Koch Form Training Program
Ashburn, Virginia & Moyock, NC - Heckler & Koch and Blackwater announced today the formation of a joint
training program. Blackwater HK International Training Services will develop and teach high-level firearms,
tactical, and armorer’s courses that use renowned Heckler & Koch weapons.
Blackwater HK International Training Services will combine the current courses of the Heckler & Koch Training
Group of Ashburn, Virginia, with curriculum developed jointly by Heckler & Koch and the Blackwater Training
Center, one of the business units of Blackwater and the largest private training facility in the United States.
“Our joining with Blackwater Training brings two international leaders together to provide a full spectrum of
services to our customers,” said retired Major General John G. Meyer, Jr., Heckler & Koch Chief Executive Officer.
“We will continue to offer training at customers’ locations; additionally, since all courses now will also be
available at Blackwater’s state-of-the-art training facilities, our customers will have the opportunity to hone
their skills in a first-class learning environment.”
“Heckler & Koch arms are often the weapons of choice for military and law enforcement professionals on the front
line in the long war to support security, peace, freedom, and democracy,” said Blackwater’s President Gary Jackson.
“Joining with Heckler & Koch links two preeminent companies in a truly unique and strategic partnership that will
bring training to a new level in this industry.”
Course offerings of Blackwater HK International Training Services include the full spectrum of operator and
instructor classes covering HK submachine guns, pistols, and rifles. Armorers’ courses cover current HK weapons
and newly developed systems like the HK416 carbine.
As part of the HK and Blackwater relationship, Heckler & Koch accessories, merchandise, and apparel will be sold
in the Blackwater “Pro Shop” located at the Moyock, North Carolina training facility. Special edition HK/Blackwater
firearms are being developed. HK logo products and accessories will also be sold through the Blackwater web
site (www.blackwaterusa.com/proshop).
About Blackwater
Founded in 1997 by a former U. S. Navy SEAL, Blackwater was created on the belief that both the military and
law enforcement establishments would require additional capacity to train fully our brave men and women in and
out of uniform to the standards required to keep the country secure. "The Blackwater family” of business lines
includes: Blackwater Training Center (the largest private firearms and tactical training center in the U.S.),
Blackwater Security Consulting, Blackwater Canine, Blackwater Armor & Targets, Blackwater Logistics, Blackwater
Airships, and Raven Development.
About Heckler & Koch
Heckler & Koch is the world’s premier small arms systems company and a major supplier to global military and
federal law enforcement agencies. An innovative leader in design and manufacturing, Heckler & Koch provides
technologically advanced firearms, logistical support, training and specialized services with the highest
standards of innovation and reliability. Heckler & Koch’s well-known range of weaponry includes the MP5
submachine gun, the MP7 Personal Defense Weapon, the G36 weapon system, and the HK416 carbine.
For further information, please contact:
Angela Harrell, Heckler & Koch
Tel: 703-450-1900 x226 angela.harrell@heckler-koch-us.com
Judie Cochiolo, Blackwater
Tel: 252-435-0059 jcochiolo@blackwaterusa.com
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