Analysis & Reports
AI-assisted analysis of military-related information from public sources
SDA awards four contracts worth $3.5B for next-gen missile tracking satellites
The Space Development Agency (SDA) has awarded four contracts totaling $3.5 billion for the development of 72 new missile tracking satellites, with the first launches expected in fiscal year 2029.
New Trump space policy sets 2028 deadline for Moon base, Golden Dome prototype
President Trump has issued a new executive order aiming for an initial Moon base by 2028 and reiterating plans for a missile defense shield. The order emphasizes civil space exploration while also addressing national security and defense roles in space.
Navy announces new frigate class, taps HII to build off national security cutter
The U.S. Navy has announced plans to develop a new frigate class based on HII’s Legend-class national security cutter, aiming for deployment by 2028. This initiative follows the cancellation of the Constellation-class frigate program and is part of a broader strategy to enhance the Navy's fleet with more small combatants and unmanned vessels.
Special operators seek larger ranges for electronic warfare and drone development and training
U.S. special warfare trainers are requesting expanded areas for jamming cellular and GPS signals to enhance training in electronic warfare and drone operations, reflecting the increasing importance of these capabilities in modern warfare, particularly as observed in Ukraine.
