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UNION Technologies and Firehawk Aerospace have partnered to improve U.S. artillery production by integrating software-defined manufacturing with advanced propulsion and energetics systems. The focus is on the 155mm artillery ecosystem, which has been under pressure due to increased demand from Western governments.

The U.S. Army aims for a monthly production of 100,000 rounds but currently produces around 40,000, highlighting a gap primarily in propellant charge production. The collaboration seeks to align manufacturing processes and standards, enhancing readiness and scalability while responding to the evolving defense landscape. A congressional report supports the establishment of a Civil Reserve Manufacturing Network to facilitate dual-use production capabilities.