{
  "id": 15023530,
  "title": "US arms firm Anduril could make interceptors in Europe, executive says",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/16/us-arms-firm-anduril-could-make-interceptors-in-europe-executive-says",
  "topic": "finance",
  "section": "Finance & Markets",
  "published": "2026-10-16T19:06:24.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Investing.com",
    "slug": "investing-com",
    "url": "https://www.investing.com/news/economy-news/us-arms-firm-anduril-could-make-interceptors-in-europe-executive-says-4954757"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "US defense contractor Anduril could potentially manufacture its new Steelfin interceptor missiles in Europe, according to a company executive. Brian Moran, Anduril's vice president for Europe, expressed hope for a potential partnership with the Polish customer and industry during an interview with Reuters on Monday. The Steelfin missile is scheduled for flight testing in 2027.\n\nAnduril views Steelfin as complementary to existing interceptor missile systems such as the Patriot, offering a more cost-effective solution. The company is already engaged in discussions to establish production in Poland for its Barracuda-500 cruise missile, and Moran indicated that experience with local partners could lead to further manufacturing projects.\n\nPoland, a key NATO member and one of the highest defense spenders relative to its economy, is actively working to increase domestic arms production and decrease reliance on foreign suppliers. Moran discussed ongoing talks with Poland's state-owned arms group, PGZ, as well as the defense ministry and other government agencies, aiming to balance local production with delivery speed and meeting Poland's specific military needs.\n\nWhen asked about the increasing calls for defense-industrial sovereignty in Europe, Moran clarified that the term encompasses various aspects, ranging from supply security and maintenance capabilities to control over software upgrades and future modifications. He emphasized that while governments desire economic benefits from defense spending, the military outcome remains the primary priority. Moran suggested that greater localization could bring additional costs and longer timelines, which must be weighed against the evolving security challenges facing Europe.",
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