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Anduril's Megafactory Aims to Reduce China Defense Reliance

10/12/2025

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Palmer Luckey, founder of Anduril Industries Inc., urged reducing the U.S. reliance on China's defense supply chain.
He said reindustrialization is essential, particularly for rare earth materials and related technology.
Brian Schimpf, CEO of Anduril Industries Inc., said geopolitical tensions with China are a concern and revenue will exceed $2 billion this year.
Anduril is building a megafactory in Ohio that will employ about 4,500 people and produce advanced military technology.

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Palmer Luckey, founder of Anduril Industries Inc., urged reducing the U.S. reliance on China's defense supply chain.
He said reindustrialization is essential, particularly for rare earth materials and related technology.
Brian Schimpf, CEO of Anduril Industries Inc., said geopolitical tensions with China are a concern and revenue will exceed $2 billion this year.
Anduril is building a megafactory in Ohio that will employ about 4,500 people and produce advanced military technology.