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The Lockheed-Aerojet deal hampers hypersonics

February 24, 2021
Recently, Lockheed Martin announced its intent to acquire Aerojet Rocketdyne to create a vertically integrated company that would, in effect, corner the hypersonic propulsion market. For Lockheed. this may be a good idea. However, in defending America, other factors must be considered. It would be wise for the Department of Defense and the Federal Trade Commission, which must approve the…
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Army to Test New Anti-Missile System to Protect Tanks, Bradleys and Strykers

February 20, 2021
Soldiers from 1st Battalion, 163rd Cavalry Regiment, Montana Army National Guard, push on in their Bradley Fighting Vehicle during a defensive attack training exercise at the National Training Center (NTC) in Fort Irwin, Calif., June 1, 2019 (Cpl. Alisha Grezlik/115th Mobile Public Affairs Detachment) The Army will soon start testing a Lockheed Martin anti-missile defense system designed to work…
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US antitrust regulators extend review of Lockheed-Aerojet deal

February 20, 2021
WASHINGTON ― U.S. antitrust regulators have extended their probe into Lockheed Martin’s proposed $4.4 billion purchase of rocket manufacturer Aerojet Rocketdyne so that the two companies can provide more information to the government, the companies announced Friday. …
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The Air Force is interested in buying a budget-conscious, clean sheet fighter to replace the F-16

February 19, 2021
WASHINGTON — The Air Force could be in the market for a brand-new, advanced fourth generation fighter as it looks to replace its oldest F-16s, the service’s top general said Wednesday. The Air Force has started a study that will describe its preferred mix of fighters and other tactical aircraft that will be used to help build the fiscal year 2023 budget. That result could include a brand…
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US Air Force’s top acquisitions exec joins Pallas Advisors

February 18, 2021
WASHINGTON ― Former U.S. Air Force acquisitions chief Will Roper has joined strategic advisory firm Pallas Advisors, the company announced Tuesday. A champion of emerging technologies, Roper led efforts to bring commercial technologies into the military through the…
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The Army Is Seeking Firms to Build Highly Mobile Light Tanks for Infantry Brigades

February 17, 2021
BAE Systems displays an early prototype of its Mobile Protected Firepower at AUSA’s 2016 meeting and exposition in Washington, DC. (Photo courtesy of BAE Systems) U.S. Army modernization officials are looking for defense firms capable of producing lightweight tanks to arm infantry brigades with more firepower for the future battlefield. Program Executive Office for Ground Combat Systems…
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