Hadrian, a defense technology startup specializing in automated manufacturing, has raised $1.37 billion in a funding round that values the company at nearly $8 billion. The company builds automated factories to mass-produce parts for defense vehicles, including submarines. Hadrian is backed by a long list of well-known investors. The round is one of the largest in the defense tech sector recently, as startups in the field attract significant capital amid President Trump's plans to upgrade the U.S. military. Hadrian is among a number of defense tech startups raising large sums and benefiting from those military modernization efforts. The fresh funding will support Hadrian's mission to accelerate the production of critical components for the armed forces, addressing supply chain challenges in defense manufacturing. The company's automated factories aim to reduce reliance on traditional, slower production methods. The valuation of nearly $8 billion represents a significant milestone for Hadrian, reflecting investor confidence in the growing defense technology market. The reports did not specify the exact investors involved or the intended use of the funds beyond the company's general expansion. No other details were provided.