According to Sawyer Merritt, SpaceX has acquired Hexagon Purus ASA's aerospace subsidiary for $15 million, further advancing the company's vertical integration strategy. Hexagon was previously known for supplying high-pressure composite storage cylinders for aerospace and space launch applications. This move is expected to streamline SpaceX's supply chain and could open new opportunities in advanced materials and manufacturing integration for aerospace applications, as reported by Sawyer Merritt.