Castelion Receives U.S. Navy Production Order for Blackbeard System Valued Up to $200 Million

Castelion has received a significant production delivery order from the U.S. Navy for its Blackbeard system. The Torrance, California-based company announced on Monday that the total value of the order could reach up to $200 million.

This order, issued under a Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Phase III award, transitions the Blackbeard system from early operational capability prototypes to production rounds. Specific details regarding the contract are not publicly disclosed, but it is expected to bolster Castelion's standing in the aerospace and defense sector.

The exact capabilities or purpose of the Blackbeard system have not been fully detailed. Castelion has previously received support through the U.S. Department of Defense's SBIR program, which aims to foster high-tech development within small businesses.

The order allows Castelion to scale its production to meet the Navy's increasing demands. The company has not provided further comment on the timeline for deliveries.