[5] From early on, Strnad focused his business on dealing with military surplus equipment, which was in extreme oversupply after the fall of the Warsaw pact.

Before the 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine, a number of Ukrainian arms developments were using Tatra 817 chassis, including 2S22 Bohdana howitzer, Bureviy rocket artillery system and R-360 Neptune cruise missile.

[16][17][18][19] Vista's sale to CSG has been protested by senators JD Vance,[20] John Kennedy, representative Clay Higgins and National Sheriffs' Association.

[22] CSG works closely with General Dynamics European Land Systems, a Madrid-based manufacturer of ground defence vehicles, eg.

This acquisition enabled MSM Group to expand into Western European ammunition markets, reinforcing its international presence and supply chain control.

[27][28] The Czechoslovak Group (CSG) partnered with Raytheon to train Afghan pilots and is the only private European operator of Black Hawk helicopters.

This modernization program, replacing outdated DANA howitzers, involves significant collaboration with the Czech defense industry, including Tatra Trucks for chassis integration and Retia for communication systems.

[31][32][33] Israel Aerospace Industries' MMR radars, known for advanced air surveillance and defense capabilities, successfully passed Czech Army military tests.

The Czech defense industry's involvement constitutes around 30% of the total project value, showcasing significant local contribution and expertise in radar technology development.

The Czechoslovak Group holds shares in around 100 companies based mainly in the Czech Republic and Slovakia,[45] including a majority stake in the Kopřivnice-based car manufacturer Tatra Trucks.