US Rushes to Ramp Up Missile Interceptor Production Amid Supply-Chain Strain


Bloomberg analyst says manufacturers face pressure to boost interceptor output despite complex supply chains and need to reserve advanced missiles for other potential conflicts.

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Bloomberg aired a stark line from Col. Wayne Sanders: the U.S. is rushing to boost production of interceptor missiles as stocks are strained during operations related to Iran. Manufacturers face sprawling supply chains and a real dilemma, the Department of Defense (DoD) needs more interceptors now while also preserving the most advanced rounds for other potential conflicts.