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Business & Economy · United StatesPentagon contracts boost missile interceptor output
The Pentagon has signed seven-year agreements with General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems and Lockheed Martin to significantly increase the production of missile interceptors. The deals aim to triple output of the Patriot Advanced Capability-3 (PAC-3) MSE interceptor and quadruple production of the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) system.
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Politics · United StatesUS triples PAC-3 production in missile defence expansion
The US Department of War signed agreements with Northrop Grumman on 29 July 2024 to triple production of PAC-3 interceptors and quadruple output of THAAD components, part of an administration push to expand missile defence capabilities. No cost estimates were announced.
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Business & Economy · United StatesUS Defence Department signs deals to boost Patriot and THAAD interceptor output
The US Defence Department announced framework agreements with Northrop Grumman and Lockheed Martin to expand production of Patriot and THAAD interceptor components. The deals aim to triple PAC-3 and quadruple THAAD output to replenish inventories depleted by conflicts in Iran and Ukraine.
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