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$13.7 billion in contracts to SpaceX and two others for national security missions
SpaceX secured the largest share of the contracts, landing $5.9 billion for 28 launches. Meanwhile, ULA snatched $5.4 billion for 19 missions, and Blue Origin received $2.4...
The contracts run through 2029 and mark the first time three companies will simultaneously handle top-priority military satellite missions – signaling a new era of competition in defense space launches. As its first attempt at an NSSL award, Blue Origin's inclusion alongside veteran contractors underscores the shifting dynamics of the military launch industry. Since gaining eligibility to bid on military contracts in 2015, SpaceX has captured over 40 percent of NSSL missions, solidifying its role as a key partner for the Pentagon.
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