Business
CNO: ‘I need my stuff on time’
Adm. Daryl Caudle issued a direct call for transparent contracting with the maritime industrial base.
Business
Crowded field of robot-boat makers vies for Navy's attention
Industry execs say service leaders are showing real interest—even if they’re not yet buying in bulk.
Business
Marines will use Air Force-tailored drone to help develop its robot wingman
General Atomics joins a CCA effort highlighted as a top priority in the Corps’ new aviation plan.
Policy
CIA overhauls acquisition to get new tech faster
The new framework includes a vendor-vetting system and streamlined IT authorization.
Business
HII CEO touts productivity gains—but says new contracts are needed to sustain progress
Shipyard exec says deals to build attack and ballistic-missile subs must be inked by mid-year.
Business
Three firms move ahead in Army’s future-of-flight-training helicopter training takeover
Despite Congressional concerns, the Army is sprinting to Phase III of its “Flight School Next” initiative.
Ideas
Pakistan’s burgeoning arms industry is a strategic opportunity for the US
A defense-industrial partnership could benefit the Pentagon while mitigating Chinese influence.
Business
Munitions makers say they've been persuaded to invest more in production capacity
The administration's last-minute request for a funding bump garnered just $2B, but company execs seem to appreciate the effort.
Business
Northrop CEO: deal to accelerate B-21 production could arrive in months
Last year’s government shutdown delayed negotiations between the company and service. Another is looming.
Business
