Description Freezing temperatures, fire, wind, rain, bad guys. Protecting people from unpleasant and dangerous conditions is Arktis' business. The company makes protective gear for military, industrial, fire fighting, and law enforcement applications. Products include police and military ballistic and utility vests, waterproof outerwear, fire retardant clothing, rigs, boots, goggles, and waterproof bags. Arktis, which offers its goods via catalog and the Internet, also makes sleeping bags and hydration products. Its location in southwest England is in close proximity to the commando training centre of the HM Royal Marines, where many of its new products are tested. Arktis was founded in 1985.