FN, the defense division of FN Browning Group, has been selected as the recipient of the 2025 Ambrose Award, presented by the Armaments Division Small Arms Committee of the National Defense Industrial Association. The Ambrose Award is periodically awarded to a company that has made outstanding contributions to the field of small arms systems. It recognizes exemplary commitment to the U.S. Armed Forces by delivering superior materiel that meets operational requirements and supports force readiness.
“We remain committed to investing, innovating and working side-by-side with the U.S. Armed Forces to deliver the most dependable defense and security solutions for the future,” said Mark Cherpes, president and CEO of FN America.
FN has been a trusted supplier to the U.S. Armed Forces since the late 1970s, providing small arms, including combat rifles and machine guns, as well as integrated weapons systems. Most of the products supplied to the Department of Defense are manufactured at FN America’s state-of-the-art facilities in South Carolina.
“Receiving the Ambrose Award is a tremendous honor and a source of great pride for our Group,” said Julien Compère, CEO of FN Browning Group. “This recognition not only highlights our long-standing contributions to the U.S. Armed Forces but also the continued trust placed in us by the Department of Defense and its allies.”
In addition to its role as a supplier, FN collaborates closely with the U.S. Department of Defense and Armed Forces to develop next-generation solutions that are tailored to evolving operational requirements. FN has always been at the forefront of new technologies and is continuing that tradition with cutting-edge developments currently underway.
FN’s mission is centered on its purpose—‘empower those who serve, defend and protect us with the most dependable defense and security solutions.’ This long-term commitment reflects the company’s unwavering dedication to being a trusted partner upon which the U.S. Armed Forces, the Department of Defense and allied nations can rely. The firm’s products are in service with armed forces across North America and Europe, as well as those of allied nations worldwide.
The official award presentation takes place during the Future Force Capabilities Conference & Exhibition, held Sept. 30 to Oct. 3 at the Fort Worth Convention Center in Fort Worth, TX.