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The U.S. Navy awarded Castelion a $50 million contract to advance the Blackbeard hypersonic system toward operational status by late 2027.
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The U.S. Navy awarded Castelion a $50 million contract to advance the Blackbeard hypersonic system toward operational status by late 2027.

Originally reported by Defence Industry Europe

The U.S. Navy awarded Castelion a $50 million contract to advance the Blackbeard hypersonic system toward operational status by late 2027. This award supports a shift toward mass production, backed by a $220 million investment in a 1,000-acre manufacturing campus. By leveraging vertically integrated additive manufacturing and automation, the company aims to produce 1,000+ missiles annually. This strategy shrinks development timelines from years to months, establishing a high-volume deterrent. 🚀

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