Archive snapshot · Defense
Sun, Oct 18, 9:31 PM ET
Anduril could produce Steelfin interceptor missiles in Europe, executive says
Anduril is weighing European manufacturing of its newly unveiled Steelfin interceptors as Western missile inventories run short.
Defensenews · +14 outlets
U.S. Patriot stocks down nearly 65% as THAAD drawdown strains global readiness
Depleted U.S. interceptor inventories are raising concerns about air-defense readiness for allies and U.S. forces.
Defence Security Asia · +2 outlets
Lockheed Martin says PAC-3 ACE targets lower costs while PAC-3 Edge counters hypersonic threats
Lockheed detailed two new Patriot interceptor variants aimed at cost reduction and hypersonic interception.
Defence Industry Europe · +13 outlets
RTX secures $8.7 billion in defense contracts
The award backlog strengthens RTX's long-term revenue outlook amid rising missile and drone demand.
Foreign Policy Journal · +8 outlets
Trump orders U.S. government to cut ties with Anthropic; Hegseth calls supply chain a risk
The directive barring federal use of Anthropic's AI marks an escalation in government scrutiny of AI vendors.
Reuters · +13 outlets
Ousted U.S. Army chief warned of critical missile defense shortage before Iran war: report
A now-removed Army commander reportedly flagged a munitions shortfall months before the Iran conflict.
Roya News · +13 outlets
Experts say Trump plan to license Patriot missiles for Ukraine could take years
Licensing Patriot production to Ukraine faces long lead times, limiting near-term air defense relief.
Reuters · +13 outlets
Anduril to invest $3.7B in Maryland Arsenal-2 facility
The investment expands Anduril's U.S. manufacturing footprint amid surging defense demand.
Defense and Munitions · +13 outlets
Northrop CEO eyes 'decent share' of potential $1 trillion Golden Dome contracts
Northrop is positioning for a large role in the proposed Golden Dome homeland missile defense program.
Stocktwits · +2 outlets
Ondas and Palantir partner to launch Regna AI for defense missions
The joint venture targets AI-enabled defense missions, pairing Ondas hardware with Palantir software.
Stocktwits · +11 outlets
Hadrian and Lockheed Martin ink seven-year production deal
The agreement expands automated manufacturing capacity for Lockheed programs.
Tectonic Defense
Lockheed Martin expands Texas munitions plant with $300M investment
Lockheed is scaling munitions output as its CEO calls defense demand 'permanent.'
Envanter Medya · +11 outlets
Lockheed Martin's $230 billion backlog explained
The backlog figure underscores Lockheed's long-dated revenue visibility across major programs.
The Motley Fool · +14 outlets
SRC develops Gryphon R1810 radar for Northrop's Raid Hunter air defense system
The radar is designed to track drones and intercepting rounds for Northrop's counter-drone system.
Defence Industry Europe · +6 outlets
Iran names UN-sanctioned missile chief as defense minister
The appointment signals continuity in Iran's missile program leadership despite international sanctions.
Big News Network.com · +14 outlets
SpaceX in talks with Italy over $1.6B Starlink contract
The potential deal would deepen Starlink's government and military footprint in Europe.
Teslarati · +5 outlets
Bessent warns Zelenskyy to 'be very careful' over Starlink throttling claims
The exchange reflects tension between Kyiv and Washington over Starlink access during the war.
CNBC
Israel ended Iran war with more interceptors than it started with, Rafael CEO says
The claim highlights production ramp-up by Israeli interceptor makers during the conflict.
The Jerusalem Post

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