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Fusion42 · 5 October 2026 · Fusion42 review
Leonardo DRS secured $96 million in contracts to supply critical electronics for the MK 41 Vertical Launching System, supporting the U.S. Navy and 14 allied navies. The contracts cover key components such as Programmable Power Supplies and Launch Control Units, ensuring the reliability of missile launching capabilities across more than 180 ships and 26 classes.
This Wire brief tracks Lockheed Martin, and It sits within Fusion42's coverage of Defense Tech.
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Military suppliers now have a clear path to scale production for the MK 41 missile launchers. If you build complementary shipboard systems, Lockheed Martin’s modular launcher network opens new integration opportunities and strengthened buyer confidence.
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