Defense Systems
NDAA provisions would reshape Pentagon’s use of ownership stakes in private companies
A Senate defense panel aims to place guardrails on direct equity investments, create an oversight board, and require briefings.
Policy
House lawmakers want the Navy to deploy drone boats faster
HASC’s draft of the 2027 defense policy bill would push service leaders to develop a clear strategy.
Science & Tech
The Navy wants next-generation munitions, so it’s spending millions on innovation hubs
The service is teaming up with industrial park-builder ACMI to create an energetics facility in Maryland.
Defense Systems
The Navy used drones to sink a retired warship
Lessons from the SINKEX are shaping the service’s plans to buy and fight.
Business
Navy greenlights low-rate production of drone refueler
A contract for three MQ-25A aircraft is expected this summer.
Business
This company wants to make 1,000 satellites a year
Quantum Space is building a Tulsa factory for its not-yet-flown Ranger satellite.
Defense Systems
Drone boats make debut in Navy’s 30-year shipbuilding plan
Service officials envision a 450-hull fleet by 2031.
Policy
Navy shipbuilding request rises nearly 50% in 2027 proposal
The White House aims to fund nearly 20 warships plus initial work on a battleship class.
Business