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Rocket Lab receives $190 million, 20-launch Haste order from Kratos for Department of War Mark TB program, largest single program order
Peter Beck· Rocket Lab· Space· 2026-05-15· about Kratos
“It's another record on the books for haste with our 190 million 20 launch order through Kratos in the Department of War and Mark TB. This is the largest single order we've seen within the program in a very clear vote of confidence from the Pentagon in haste's ability to deliver the hypersonic test and missile defense capabilities that the nation needs.”
Why it matters
Large multi-year government contract signals sustained demand for hypersonic testing infrastructure and validates Haste as critical to U.S. defense priorities.
Investment implication
Suppliers of Haste-specific components, ground support infrastructure, and propellant face multi-year revenue visibility. Rocket Lab's Haste program now represents approximately one-third of launch backlog.