Manifest Space with Morgan Brennan ULA’s Next Vulcan Launch, Amazon Kuiper & National Space Security with United Launch Alliance CEO Tory Bruno 7/24/25
Jul 24, 2025
Tory Bruno, CEO of United Launch Alliance and leader of a Boeing-Lockheed Martin joint venture, shares insights on ULA's upcoming Vulcan launch, which marks a pivotal national security mission. He discusses the competitive landscape of satellite internet, especially Amazon's Kuiper project, and the innovative strategies to enhance rocket launch frequency. Bruno emphasizes the critical role of technology and public-private partnerships in strengthening national defense in space, all while advancing rocket reusability for future success.
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Need for Broad Launch Competition
- The U.S. must maintain a broad industrial base for space launch to ensure capacity and alternatives.
- Competition is crucial for national security and handling the growing commercial Low Earth Orbit market.
Two Halves of Space Security
- Space security requires both resilient assets and active defense to deter attackers.
- New spacecraft will be needed to defend critical assets and counterspace threats.
Accelerate Space Defense Efforts
- The U.S. must accelerate development of space defense capabilities to keep pace with threats.
- We are behind in applying technology for anti-satellite defense and must catch up swiftly.