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Rheinmetall Expands F-35 Production

1 source · first reported 4h ago

Rheinmetall is accelerating production of F-35 components and missiles to support its €80.4 billion order backlog. The company is also adding capacity for explosives and rockets. This expansion will help Rheinmetall execute its large backlog of orders.

Why it matters

Rheinmetall's expansion is significant as it highlights the company's growing role in supporting major defense programs like the F-35. The increased production capacity will also enable Rheinmetall to meet the demand for advanced missiles and ammunition.

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