U.S. defense industry moves to triple Patriot and quadruple THAAD interceptor production as Pentagon rebuilds missile defense stockpiles

The U.S. defense industry is moving to triple Patriot and quadruple THAAD interceptor production as the Pentagon rebuilds missile defense stockpiles. The surge responds to depleted inventories and rising global demand. Involves major capacity expansion at prime contractors. A significant industrial base ramp-up.