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General Dynamics Corporation (NYSE: GD) is a global leader in aerospace and defense, offering a broad portfolio of products and services that cater to the safety and security needs of people worldwide. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, the company operates through four main segments: Aerospace, Marine Systems, Combat Systems, and Technologies.
Aerospace: This segment is renowned for its Gulfstream business jets, which include the recently FAA-certified G700. Gulfstream not only manufactures these aircraft but also provides comprehensive global servicing.
Marine Systems: General Dynamics' Marine Systems segment builds and services nuclear-powered submarines, destroyers, and other naval vessels. The company recently secured a significant U.S. Navy contract for maintenance and modernization projects, ensuring long-term commitments to the Navy’s fleet.
Combat Systems: This segment produces land-based combat vehicles such as the M1 Abrams tank and Stryker armored personnel carrier, along with associated munitions. The company has received major contracts from both U.S. and international defense agencies, including a new deal with Austria for Pandur 6x6 EVO wheeled armored vehicles.
Technologies: The Technologies segment includes IT services primarily for the government market and mission systems that offer command, control, computing, intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance capabilities. Recent achievements include a $2.5 billion contract to modernize the Indian Health Service's electronic health record system and a $450 million contract to support the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
General Dynamics employs over 100,000 people globally, maintaining a presence in 65 countries. The company generated $42.3 billion in revenue in 2023, reflecting steady growth and strong financial performance. The company’s culture of continuous improvement and innovation ensures its agility and relevance in meeting future demands. For the latest updates, financial results, and more information, visit GD.com.
Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. announced the successful first flight of its all-new G400 aircraft, launching the flight test program. The G400 completed a 2-hour, 54-minute flight, reaching Mach 0.85 and an altitude of 41,000 feet. It features advanced Pratt & Whitney Canada PW812GA engines, next-generation avionics, and can fly 4,200 nautical miles at Mach 0.85.
The aircraft offers three floorplan options, seating up to 12 passengers, and provides the Gulfstream Cabin Experience with 100% fresh air, low cabin altitude, and 10 Panoramic Oval Windows. The G400 showcases Gulfstream's aerodynamic clean-wing design and is equipped with the Symmetry Flight Deck and Predictive Landing Performance System for improved safety.
General Dynamics (NYSE: GD), a global aerospace and defense company, has announced a regular quarterly dividend of $1.42 per share on its common stock. The dividend is payable on November 15, 2024, to shareholders of record as of October 11, 2024. This declaration demonstrates the company's commitment to returning value to its shareholders.
General Dynamics operates across various sectors, including business aviation, ship construction and repair, land combat vehicles, weapons systems, munitions, and technology products and services. With a workforce of over 100,000 employees in 65 countries, the company generated $42.3 billion in revenue in 2023, highlighting its significant global presence and financial performance.
General Dynamics Electric Boat, a unit of General Dynamics (NYSE: GD), has been awarded a $1.3 billion contract modification for purchasing long lead time materials for Virginia Class Block VI submarines. This modification is important for enabling suppliers to invest in capacity and materials needed to increase production volume. The Virginia-class submarines are designed for 21st-century mission requirements, including anti-submarine and surface ship warfare.
General Dynamics Electric Boat, headquartered in Groton, Connecticut, is the prime contractor and lead design yard for the Virginia class. The company employs over 23,000 people and constructs the submarines in partnership with HII's Newport News Shipbuilding. General Dynamics, the parent company, generated $42.3 billion in revenue in 2023 and employs more than 100,000 people worldwide.
General Dynamics (NYSE:GD) has announced leadership changes at its Electric Boat subsidiary. Kevin Graney, the current president of Electric Boat, will retire at the end of the year. He will be succeeded by Mark Rayha, currently serving as senior vice president and chief operating officer, effective December 1. Graney has been with General Dynamics for nearly 30 years, holding leadership roles at both NASSCO and Electric Boat. Rayha, a 35-year veteran of the company, has experience as CFO and COO of Electric Boat.
General Dynamics, a global aerospace and defense company, employs over 100,000 people across 65 countries and generated $42.3 billion in revenue in 2023. The company offers a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation, ship construction and repair, land combat vehicles, weapons systems, munitions, and technology products and services.
General Dynamics (NYSE: GD) reported strong second-quarter 2024 financial results, with revenue up 18% to $12 billion and operating earnings increasing 20.2% to $1.2 billion compared to Q2 2023. Diluted EPS rose 20.7% to $3.26, while operating margin expanded by 20 basis points to 9.7%. The company saw growth across all key measures, with notable strength in Technologies and Combat Systems segments.
Gulfstream delivered 37 aircraft in Q2, including 31 large-cabin models, up from 24 deliveries in the year-ago quarter. The company's backlog stood at $91.3 billion, with total estimated contract value reaching $129.8 billion. Significant defense orders totaled $7.4 billion, with Combat Systems achieving a book-to-bill ratio of 1.5-to-1.
General Dynamics (NYSE: GD) announced it will webcast its second-quarter 2024 earnings results conference call on Wednesday, July 24, at 9 a.m. EDT.
The live webcast will be accessible via the company's website at www.gd.com, with a replay available shortly after the live event concludes.
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General Dynamics Land Systems (GDLS) has secured a $2.58 billion CAD ($1.88 billion USD) contract with Marshall Canada to provide the Canadian Armed Forces with over 1,500 logistics vehicles, including 1,000 light trucks and 500 heavy trucks. The contract, part of the Logistics Vehicle Modernization (LVM) project, encompasses vehicle acquisition ($1.5 billion CAD) and in-service support ($1.08 billion CAD) over 25 years. GDLS will oversee integration and support services throughout the project's lifecycle. GDLS-Canada, located in London, Ontario, employs 1,800 people and specializes in armored vehicle design and manufacturing.
General Dynamics (NYSE:GD) has appointed Elizabeth L. Schmid as the senior vice president for Government Relations and Communications. Schmid, who has been with the company since 2015, previously served as vice president for Government Relations since 2018. She succeeds Phebe N. Novakovic, chairman and CEO, who highlighted Schmid's significant contributions to the company. Schmid's prior roles include vice president for National Security and Acquisition Policy at the Aerospace Industries Association and positions within the Senate Defense Appropriations Subcommittee and the Office of the Secretary of Defense. General Dynamics, a global aerospace and defense company, employs over 100,000 people and reported $42.3 billion in revenue for 2023.
The board of directors of General Dynamics (NYSE: GD) has declared a regular quarterly dividend of $1.42 per share on the company's common stock. The dividend will be payable on August 9, 2024, to shareholders of record as of July 5, 2024.
General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a wide range of products and services, including business aviation, ship construction and repair, land combat vehicles, weapons systems, and technology products. The company employs over 100,000 people in 65 countries and generated $42.3 billion in revenue in 2023.
General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT) was awarded a $185 million task order by the U.S. Air Force Civil Engineer Center (AFCEC) to provide global cybersecurity services. This contract, granted by the 772nd Enterprise Sourcing Squadron at Tyndall Air Force Base, covers a one-year base period with four option years. GDIT will secure industrial control systems at 188 installations worldwide, enhancing building automation, life safety, utility monitoring, and airfield control systems. The company aims to mitigate cybersecurity risks using its expertise in cybersecurity and zero trust. GDIT has a longstanding partnership with the Air Force and has previously won significant contracts, including a $4.5 billion indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity security support services contract. General Dynamics, GDIT's parent company, generated $42.3 billion in revenue in 2023 and employs over 100,000 people globally.
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