The fundraiser for Czech InfraHex ponchos for Ukraine reached its target of CZK 5.8 million in two weeks
Prague (March 26, 2025) ― The fundraising campaign aimed at delivering the unique Czech-made InfraHex thermal camouflage ponchos to the Ukrainian armed forces, organized as part of the Gift for Putin initiative, has successfully concluded. In just two weeks, the campaign reached its target of CZK 5,800,000. Thanks to this effort, 333 sets of special ponchos designed to protect against thermal imaging on the battlefield will be delivered to Ukrainian defenders.
In the fundraiser launched on March 11, 2025, donors were able to contribute toward the production of InfraHex ponchos, which significantly increase soldiers' chances of survival in an environment where drones equipped with thermal cameras are widely used. The ponchos will be supplied at production cost and delivered under a 1+1 model — 4M Tactical, member of Colt CZ Group, will provide one additional poncho for free for each funded one.
“I would like to thank all the donors who contributed to the InfraHex poncho fundraising campaign, as well as the team from the “Gift for Putin” initiative for organizing it. Thanks to the generous contributions, we will produce 333 invisible ponchos in the Czech Republic and deliver them to the Ukrainian armed forces, helping Ukrainian defenders on the battlefield,” said Radek Duchek, CEO of 4M Tactical.
“Our donors raised CZK 5,800,000 in just two weeks. I think they especially appreciate that this is a Czech product, made not only by Czech hands, but also Czech brains. We look forward to future cooperation with Colt CZ Group,” added Martin Ondráček, co-founder of the Gift for Putin initiative.
“At Respilon, we have been dedicated to research and development of nanofiber technologies for 13 years. The development of this unique composite took us over a year. It involves nine specialized production steps, including chemical bonding, metal coating, laminating, and material maturation,” explained Roman Zima, founder of Respilon.
The InfraHex poncho is designed to conceal people or equipment not only from visual detection, but primarily from thermal surveillance. It does not block heat but diffuses it into an undetectable form, significantly reducing the risk of being spotted by thermal cameras, with thermal signature masking reaching up to 96% efficiency. At the same time, the soldier does not overheat, allowing for long-term use without compromising comfort or safety.
About 4M Systems
4M Systems, a subsidiary of Colt CZ Group, is based in Prague, Czech Republic. 4M Systems operations include the design, production and sale of tactical equipment for military and law enforcement customers, including the army, police, customs, prison service and border guard.
About Colt CZ Group SE
Colt CZ Group (Colt CZ) is one of the leading producers of firearms and ammunition for military and law enforcement, personal defense, hunting, sport shooting, and other commercial use. It markets and sells its products mainly under the Colt, CZ (Česká zbrojovka), Colt Canada, Dan Wesson, Sellier & Bellot, Spuhr, swissAA and 4M Tactical brands.
Colt CZ Group is headquartered in the Czech Republic and employs more than 3,600 people in its production facilities in the Czech Republic, the United States, Canada, Sweden, Switzerland, and Hungary. The Group has been listed on the Prague Stock Exchange since 2020 and its majority shareholder is Česká zbrojovka Partners SE holding.
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