US expands Golden Dome cost estimate to $185 billion, enlists top defense firms

Описание: ARLINGTON, Virginia, March 17 (Reuters) - The cost of the Golden Dome missile defense system has risen to $185 billion, an increase of $10 billion, aimed at enhancing essential space-based capabilities, as stated by the program's director on Tuesday. He also mentioned that Lockheed Martin (LMT.N), RTX (RTX.N), and Northrop Grumman (NOC.N) have been appointed as primary contractors.

The Golden Dome initiative aims to bolster ground-based defenses, including interceptor missiles, sensors, and command-and-control systems, while incorporating space-based components designed to detect, track, and potentially neutralize incoming threats from space. This will involve advanced satellite networks and controversial weaponry positioned in orbit.