The wars in Ukraine and Gaza have exposed the vulnerability of munitions stockpiles strained by high demand and slow industrial capacity. At the same time, new weapons such as maneuverable missiles, precision-guided artillery, and smart loitering systems are redefining what “stockpile” even means in the 21st century. Replenishing and reimagining munitions has become central to deterrence and readiness. In this panel event, Defense News examined how the U.S. is rebuilding its munitions reserves and what role emerging technologies will play in sustaining them.

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General Atomics explores lessons from recent conflicts, stressing agile design, open architecture, and automation to rebuild munition stockpiles.
Brig. Gen. Duncan discusses rebuilding stockpiles, OIB modernization, workforce challenges, and the transition of Joint Munitions Command into Army Sustainment.

Guest Speakers:

  • Brig. Gen. Daniel Duncan, Commander, Joint Munitions Command, U.S. Army
  • Nicholas (Nick) Bucci, Vice President, Defense Systems and Technologies, General Atomics, Electromagnetic Systems