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Breaking Defense expects Sea Air Space 2026 to focus on Adm. Daryl Caudle’s first conference as CNO.
Acquisition reform is described as one of the event’s main themes.
The Navy’s role in the ongoing conflict in Iran is also expected to be central.
The conference is being held in National Harbor, Maryland.

DT Editorial Team·Apr 17, 2026·via breakingdefense.com

The Space Force expects the final three of nine Portfolio Acquisition Executive offices to take shape by around June.
Space Systems Command is also trying to hire several hundred people after workforce reductions.
Pentagon leadership expects the new acquisition structure to be fully operational by November 27.

DT Editorial Team·Apr 16, 2026·via breakingdefense.com

GAO recommends budget certification authority for the Pentagon's research and engineering office over service tech budgets
Army, Navy, and Air Force all disagreed, citing potential delays, restricted autonomy, and increased workload
Critical Technology Area roadmaps lack sufficient detail to guide coordinated investment decisions
The Senate's 2026 NDAA draft includes Portfolio Acquisition Executives for cross-service coordination
The debate pits strategic coherence against acquisition speed at a time when both are considered urgent

DT Editorial Team·Feb 17, 2026·5 min read·via defenseone.com