Wednesday, October 12, 2022

War In Ukraine Shakes Up The Global Weapons Industry

Ukrainian soldiers fire a Javelin anti-tank missile. The weapon is one of several that have gained a high profile during the war (Photo: Ukraine Defence Ministry/AP)  

iNews: War in Ukraine shakes up weapons industry with new trends and unlikely winners 

The war in Ukraine has supplied a lucrative shop window for arms manufacturers, creating some unlikely winners amid a surge in demand for heavy weaponry. 

Weapons such as Javelin anti-tank missiles, Bayraktar drones, and the Himars rocket launcher have achieved global renown, promoted in memes, songs, and enthusiastic endorsements from Ukrainian officials. 

The major US manufacturers such as Lockheed Martin and Raytheon enjoyed share price surges after the outbreak of war, as did European counterparts BAE Systems and Rheinmetall. But they are very far from the only game in town.  

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WNU Editor: The expectation among the arms industry is that the Russia - Ukraine war is going to last a long time .... Defense Industry Prepares for the Long Haul in Ukraine (National Interest).

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