The U.S. Army awarded its first-ever laser production contract to AV, valued at $465 million. AV’s vice president of directed-energy systems said the program introduces production-directed energy for the first time in the nation’s history.
WHO:AV
WHAT:U.S. Army awarded AV a first-ever laser production contract worth $465 million.
WHEN:Reported Sep 1, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET
WHERE:USA
WHY:Cause not yet established.
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