Anduril, the autonomous weapons maker, doubles the size of its space unit

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March 11, 2026
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Autonomous weapons maker Anduril acquired ExoAnalytic Solutions, doubling its space unit size.

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Anduril Industries announced Wednesday its acquisition of ExoAnalytic Solutions, a space intelligence firm. ExoAnalytic Solutions operates the world's largest commercial telescope network with over 400 systems globally, monitoring satellite movements. Anduril stated that ExoAnalytic provides critical software and expertise for missile warning and missile defense programs. This acquisition will double the size of Anduril's space unit.

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Anduril Industries acquired ExoAnalytic Solutions, doubling the size of its space unit.

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