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defense12 days ago•1 min saved

Pentagon Awards Raytheon $20.7B to Double AMRAAM Output

The U.S. Department of Defense awarded Raytheon a multiyear contract worth up to $20.7 billion to nearly double production of Advanced Medium-Range Air-to-Air Missiles (AMRAAM). The deal, part of the 'Arsenal of Freedom' initiative, aims to replenish stockpiles depleted by recent conflicts and support allies. While the contract was signed in September, full funding remains pending congressional approval, raising concerns about industry investment delays.

via Defense News|

#amraam #arsenal-of-freedom #defense

defense4 months ago•13 min saved

DoW Grants $9.7B Microsoft Deal to Accelerate Joint Force Digital Modernization

The U.S. Department of War awarded a five-year, roughly $9.7 billion blanket purchase agreement to Dell Federal Systems for a Microsoft ESA II CETA, providing enterprise-wide access to Microsoft 365, cloud subscriptions, and on‑prem licensing to modernize the department’s digital infrastructure and enable secure, interoperable CJADC2 from the Pentagon to the tactical edge, strengthening the Arsenal of Freedom.

via U.S. Department of War (.gov)|

#arsenal-of-freedom #cjadc2 #defense

industries9 months ago•20 min saved

Defense Dept backs L3Harris with $1B for pre-IPO missile-motors unit

The Defense Department invested $1 billion in L3Harris via convertible preferred securities that will convert into common stock in an IPO planned for the second half of 2026, creating a majority-owned missile-solutions unit with the government as an anchor investor but no board seats. The move aims to expand U.S. missile capacity, and L3Harris stock rose toward record closes amid a broader defense-focused rally, though congressional approval could be required for the government stake.

via MarketWatch|

#arsenal-of-freedom #defense-department #industries

defense9 months ago•2 min saved

Defense Secretary Hegseth Highlights Space and Rocket Industry During 'Arsenal of Freedom' Tour

Secretary of War Pete Hegseth visited a Los Angeles-based space company during his 'Arsenal of Freedom' tour to promote rebuilding the US military's space capabilities and support the defense industrial base, emphasizing the need for speed and innovation to maintain American dominance in space.

via U.S. Department of War (.gov)|

#arsenal-of-freedom #defense #manufacturing

politics9 months ago•1 min saved

Secretary of War Launches 'Arsenal of Freedom' Tour to Boost National Morale

Secretary of War Pete Hegseth's 'Arsenal of Freedom' tour aims to revitalize America's manufacturing sector and strengthen national security by emphasizing the importance of a robust Defense Industrial Base, promoting faster, innovative defense acquisition processes, and rallying the American workforce to support the peace through strength agenda.

via U.S. Department of War (.gov)|

#arsenal-of-freedom #defense-industrial-base #manufacturing