Anduril Eyes Drone Production Site in Japan, Targets Nissan Plant

Anduril Industries and Nissan Motor are reportedly discussing a possible partnership that would transform the automaker’s Oppama assembly plant into a military drone production facility.

Sources said the California-based firm is considering acquiring the plant as part of a broader effort to establish drone manufacturing in Japan, amid growing calls to strengthen the country’s defense industrial base in response to a potential Taiwan Strait conflict.

While no official decision has been made, Nissan is also said to be in discussions with other prospective buyers for the factory, which is scheduled to cease vehicle production in 2028.

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