In August 2026, First Breach Defense Technologies, a producer of ammunition and unmanned aerial systems based in Hagerstown, Md., announced that its common stock had begun trading on the NASDAQ capital market under the ticker symbol "FBDT." The announcement marks an important next step for the company, which initially outlined a strategy of expanding domestic ammunition manufacturing capacity and has since created a vertically integrated production platform for critical ammunition components, finished ammunition and advanced drone technologies within the United States.
"Beginning trading on NASDAQ represents a defining milestone in First Breach's history," said Jeffrey Low, co-founder and chief executive officer of First Breach. "This listing reflects years of investment in building an American manufacturing platform designed to support critical defense and security markets. As demand continues to grow for domestically manufactured ammunition components, finished ammunition, and advanced unmanned systems, we believe First Breach is well positioned to capitalize on these long-term industry trends."
The concept for First Breach first emerged in 2018 from the father-and-son team of Jeffrey and Jordan Low, who were inspired to create a components-manufacturing facility that kept tolerances and standards tight while also keeping costs down. The pair purchased the dormant Fairchild Aviation production plant in Hagerstown and updated the facility with modern production equipment. In 2020, First Breach began production. The addition of a full-service machine shop ensured that the company could produce components for its machines that were made from better material and held to tighter tolerances. Any components breakage can be resolved within the factory, ensuring that any production down-time is minimized.
"Our strategy extends well beyond becoming a publicly traded company," Jeffrey Low said. "We are focused on expanding production capacity, executing on strategic partnerships, advancing our next generation drone technologies, and continuing to build one of the few vertically integrated American defense manufacturing platforms capable of supporting customers from component manufacturing through finished products. We believe these initiatives position First Breach to deliver sustainable long-term growth while creating lasting value for our shareholders."
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