Closing Bell Manifest Space: Redwire's Transformational Leap: Edge Autonomy Acquisition and the Future of Multi-Domain Defense 6/26/25
Jun 26, 2025
Pete Cannito, CEO of Redwire, and Kirk Konert, Managing Partner at AE Industrial Partners, dive into Redwire's transformative acquisition of Edge Autonomy. They discuss how advancements in drones and AI are changing the face of modern warfare and enhancing multi-domain defense. The duo emphasizes the booming investment landscape in defense tech and the critical partnership between private companies and the U.S. government to address security challenges. They also touch on the re-industrialization of U.S. manufacturing and its implications for the industry.
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Redwire's Transformational Acquisition
- Redwire's acquisition of Edge Autonomy nearly doubles its size and transforms it into a multi-domain defense tech company.
- Combining space and airborne assets allows Redwire to be an agile middle-market contractor with vertically integrated capabilities.
Modern Drone-Centric Warfare
- Modern warfare is shifting towards drone-on-drone engagements, reducing direct human casualties.
- Autonomous systems and AI enable positioning for advantage rather than high-casualty attrition warfare.
Boom in Defense Tech Investment
- Defense tech and commercial space are among the hottest areas for investment today.
- Many companies are raising hundreds of millions to capture a trillion-dollar market opportunity in space and defense.