MBDA is under pressure to deliver on its expanded €37 billion missile order book, which surged after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. The company will invest €2.4 billion over four years and plans to double work hours by 2025 to meet demand. CEO Éric Béranger warned about Europe’s insufficient military readiness amid growing threats. MBDA’s complex cross-border production system is slowing down rapid response efforts. The company is urgently seeking ways to boost output and streamline operations.
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