Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

ULA Boosts Workforce, Transitions to Vulcan Rocket Production

11/7/2025

38 4

Summary

Story summary

United Launch Alliance (ULA) CEO Tory Bruno announced a Decatur plant transition from Delta and Atlas to Vulcan rockets.
The shift benefits the factory and its workforce, which has grown from 600 to over 1,000 employees.
ULA aims to produce 20 to 25 Vulcan rockets annually, doubling Atlas V output.
The plant has invested about $500 million in new technology and in-house production capabilities.

1 of 1

Story summary

United Launch Alliance (ULA) CEO Tory Bruno announced a Decatur plant transition from Delta and Atlas to Vulcan rockets.
The shift benefits the factory and its workforce, which has grown from 600 to over 1,000 employees.
ULA aims to produce 20 to 25 Vulcan rockets annually, doubling Atlas V output.
The plant has invested about $500 million in new technology and in-house production capabilities.