Avon Technologies PLC Avon Technologies plc (AVON.L) designs, manufactures and supplies mission-critical respiratory and head protection systems for military, law enforcement and first responder customers worldwide; its core offerings encompass respirators and accessories, powered and supplied air systems, rebreathers, chemical biological radiological nuclear (CBRN) protective wear, ballistic helmets, bump helmets, and helmet liner and retention systems under the Avon Protection and Team Wendy brands. Founded in 1890 and headquartered in Melksham, Wiltshire, United Kingdom, the company operates manufacturing facilities in the UK and North America, serving primary markets including the US Department of Defense, UK Ministry of Defence, NATO allies and commercial end-users with a focus on user-centric design, advanced materials and vertically integrated production. Recent developments include a record $225 million closing order book as of September 2024 reflecting strong demand, with key wins such as up to £38 million UK Ministry of Defence General Service Respirator and filter contracts, a new respirator award for the Australian Defence Force, $34 million US Department of Defense delivery orders for Advanced Combat Helmet Generation II, a $42 million Next Generation Integrated Head Protection System order from the US Army, rebreather contracts from New Zealand and German Navies, and three new US Department of Defense Programs of Record for Hood Mask Interface development; the company continues execution of its STAR strategy emphasizing continuous improvement initiatives that delivered 21% productivity gains and 54% scrap reduction versus fiscal 2023, alongside helmet manufacturing site consolidation targeted for completion mid-2025 to enhance margins and efficiency.