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Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) announced that Chairman, President and CEO Jim Taiclet and CFO Evan Scott will participate in a fireside chat at Bernstein's 41st Annual Strategic Decisions Conference. The event is scheduled for Wednesday, May 28 at 1:30 p.m. to 2:20 p.m. ET. The presentation will be accessible via webcast on Lockheed Martin's investor website, with a replay available for two weeks following the event.
Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) and the Danish Ministry of Defence successfully completed an F-35 interoperability demonstration at Skrydstrup Air Base. The test showcased Danish F-35s sharing classified data through DAGGR-2, a Skunk Works' Open Systems Gateway, using commercial satellite communications.
The demonstration proved the F-35's capability as a force multiplier in Multi-Domain Operations (MDO), enabling real-time data collection, analysis, and sharing across geographically dispersed networks. Danish Air Chief Maj. Gen. Jan Dam highlighted this as a significant milestone for Denmark's military capabilities.
The collaboration emphasizes Lockheed Martin's commitment to Open Systems Architecture, allowing integration across any platform, sensor, or shooter regardless of manufacturer.
Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) has announced its quarterly dividend payment for Q2 2025. The company's board of directors has declared a dividend of $3.30 per share, which will be paid on June 27, 2025. Shareholders who own LMT stock as of the close of business on June 2, 2025 (the record date) will be eligible to receive this dividend payment.
Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) announced that CFO Evan Scott will participate in a fireside chat at the Bank of America Industrials, Transportation & Airlines Key Leaders Conference 2025. The event is scheduled for Wednesday, May 14 from 1:25 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. ET. Investors and interested parties can access the live webcast through Lockheed Martin's investor relations website. A replay of the presentation will remain available for two weeks after the event.
Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) has completed the assembly and testing of NASA's Orion spacecraft for the Artemis II mission, marking a significant milestone in NASA's lunar exploration program. The spacecraft has been transferred to NASA's Exploration Ground Systems team for final launch preparations.
The Artemis II mission, scheduled for early 2026, will carry four astronauts on a 10-day journey, flying 4,600 miles beyond the Moon. The crew includes NASA astronauts Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Christina Koch, and Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen. The spacecraft features significant upgrades including life support systems, displays, controls, and a functional Launch Abort System.
Lockheed Martin continues development of Orion spacecraft for future missions, with Artemis III and IV vehicles in progress. The company is contracted through Artemis VIII and has achieved cost reductions with each vehicle.
Sikorsky and Bristow Group (NYSE: VTOL) have announced a significant long-term agreement to enhance support for Bristow's fleet of over 60 S-92® helicopters. The deal includes Sikorsky's Total Assurance Program (TAP), providing aftermarket support and predictable operating costs.
The comprehensive package includes:
- Power-by-the-Hour agreement for offshore energy and search/rescue operations
- Coverage for over 90% of replacement parts costs
- Enhanced global fleet support through Sikorsky's worldwide network
- Access to Sikorsky360 customer portal
Sikorsky has also unveiled the S-92 Phase IV main gearbox with an auxiliary lubrication system, pending FAA certification in 2025. The company has increased inspection intervals and offered a one-time life extension for specific main gearbox housings, potentially adding 12-24 months of service life for operators.
Amentum (NYSE: AMTM) has announced an agreement to sell its Rapid Solutions hardware and product business to Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) for $360 million in cash. The transaction is expected to close in the second half of 2025 and generate approximately $325 million in after-tax proceeds.
Rapid Solutions, representing about 1% of Amentum's annual Revenue and Adjusted EBITDA, manufactures ISR, advanced communications, and tactical systems for national security missions. The divestiture will strengthen Amentum's position as a pure-play provider of technology-enabled solutions and support its debt reduction goals. Approximately 230 employees will transition to Lockheed Martin upon closing.
Lockheed Martin (LMT) reported strong Q1 2025 financial results with sales increasing 4% to $18.0 billion compared to Q1 2024. Net earnings rose to $1.7 billion, or $7.28 per share, up from $1.5 billion ($6.39 per share) in Q1 2024.
The company generated $1.4 billion in cash from operations and $955 million in free cash flow. LMT returned $1.5 billion to shareholders through dividends ($796 million) and share repurchases (1.7 million shares for $750 million).
Notable segment performance included: Aeronautics sales up 3% to $7.1 billion, Missiles and Fire Control up 13% to $3.4 billion, Rotary and Mission Systems up 6% to $4.3 billion, while Space segment decreased 2% to $3.2 billion. The company maintains a substantial $173 billion backlog and reaffirmed its 2025 financial outlook.