U.S. Navy Awards Lockheed Martin $383 Million for Next Generation of U.S. Deterrence at Sea
Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) has secured a $383 million contract modification from the U.S. Navy for the development of the next-generation Trident II Strategic Weapons System D5 missile. The project, known as Trident II D5 Life Extension 2 (D5LE2), will modernize missiles for COLUMBIA-class ballistic missile submarines, ensuring strategic weapon system credibility through 2084.
As part of this initiative, Lockheed Martin is constructing a new 225,000 square foot facility in Titusville, Florida, dedicated to D5LE2 component production. The facility, scheduled to begin operations in 2027, will create approximately 300 new highly-skilled jobs in Florida's Space Coast region.
The D5 missile, currently deployed on U.S. OHIO-class and U.K. VANGUARD-class submarines, represents the world's most advanced ballistic missile technology. This year marks Lockheed Martin's 70th year of supporting the Navy's Fleet Ballistic Missiles program.
Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) ha ottenuto una modifica contrattuale di 383 milioni di dollari dalla Marina degli Stati Uniti per lo sviluppo del missile del sistema d'arma strategico Trident II D5 di nuova generazione. Il progetto, noto come Trident II D5 Life Extension 2 (D5LE2), modernizzerà i missili per i sottomarini balistici di classe COLUMBIA, garantendo la credibilità del sistema d'arma strategico fino al 2084.
Come parte di questa iniziativa, Lockheed Martin sta costruendo una nuova struttura di 225.000 piedi quadrati a Titusville, Florida, dedicata alla produzione dei componenti D5LE2. La struttura, prevista per entrare in funzione nel 2027, creerà circa 300 nuovi posti di lavoro altamente qualificati nella regione della Space Coast della Florida.
Il missile D5, attualmente dispiegato sui sottomarini della classe OHIO degli Stati Uniti e VANGUARD del Regno Unito, rappresenta la tecnologia di missile balistico più avanzata al mondo. Quest'anno segna il 70° anno di Lockheed Martin a supporto del programma dei missili balistici della flotta della Marina.
Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) ha recibido una modificación de contrato de 383 millones de dólares por parte de la Marina de los EE. UU. para el desarrollo del misil del Sistema de Armas Estratégicas Trident II D5 de nueva generación. El proyecto, conocido como Trident II D5 Life Extension 2 (D5LE2), modernizará los misiles para los submarinos balísticos de clase COLUMBIA, asegurando la credibilidad del sistema de armas estratégicas hasta 2084.
Como parte de esta iniciativa, Lockheed Martin está construyendo una nueva instalación de 225,000 pies cuadrados en Titusville, Florida, dedicada a la producción de componentes D5LE2. La instalación, programada para comenzar operaciones en 2027, creará aproximadamente 300 nuevos empleos altamente calificados en la región de la Costa Espacial de Florida.
El misil D5, actualmente desplegado en los submarinos de clase OHIO de EE. UU. y VANGUARD del Reino Unido, representa la tecnología de misiles balísticos más avanzada del mundo. Este año marca el 70º aniversario de Lockheed Martin apoyando el programa de Misiles Balísticos de la Flota de la Marina.
록히드 마틴 (NYSE: LMT)는 미 해군으로부터 차세대 트라이던트 II 전략 무기 시스템 D5 미사일 개발을 위해 3억 8천3백만 달러 규모의 계약 수정안을 확보했습니다. 이 프로젝트는 트라이던트 II D5 생명 연장 2 (D5LE2)로 알려져 있으며, COLUMBIA급 잠수함의 미사일 현대화를 통해 2084년까지 전략적 무기 시스템의 신뢰성을 보장할 것입니다.
이 이니셔티브의 일환으로 록히드 마틴은 플로리다 주 티타스빌에 D5LE2 부품 생산을 위한 22만5천 평방 피트 규모의 시설을 건설하고 있습니다. 이 시설은 2027년 운영을 시작할 예정이며, 플로리다의 우주 연안 지역에서 약 300개의 고급 기술 일자리를 창출할 것입니다.
D5 미사일은 현재 미국의 OHIO급 및 영국의 VANGUARD급 잠수함에 배치되어 있으며, 세계에서 가장 발전된 탄도 미사일 기술을 나타냅니다. 올해는 록히드 마틴이 해군의 함대 탄도 미사일 프로그램을 지원한 지 70주년이 되는 해입니다.
Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) a obtenu une modification de contrat de 383 millions de dollars de la part de la Marine américaine pour le développement du missile du système d'armes stratégiques Trident II D5 de nouvelle génération. Le projet, connu sous le nom de Trident II D5 Life Extension 2 (D5LE2), modernisera les missiles pour les sous-marins balistiques de classe COLUMBIA, garantissant la crédibilité du système d'armes stratégiques jusqu'en 2084.
Dans le cadre de cette initiative, Lockheed Martin construit un bâtiment de 225 000 pieds carrés à Titusville, en Floride, dédié à la production de composants D5LE2. Le bâtiment, dont l'ouverture est prévue pour 2027, créera environ 300 nouveaux emplois hautement qualifiés dans la région de la Côte de l'Espace en Floride.
Le missile D5, actuellement déployé sur les sous-marins de classe OHIO des États-Unis et VANGUARD du Royaume-Uni, représente la technologie de missile balistique la plus avancée au monde. Cette année marque le 70e anniversaire de Lockheed Martin soutenant le programme des missiles balistiques de la flotte de la Marine.
Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) hat einen Vertragsänderung von 383 Millionen Dollar von der US Navy für die Entwicklung des next-generation Trident II Strategic Weapons System D5-Rakete gesichert. Das Projekt, bekannt als Trident II D5 Life Extension 2 (D5LE2), wird die Raketen für die U-Boote der COLUMBIA-Klasse modernisieren und die Glaubwürdigkeit des strategischen Waffensystems bis 2084 gewährleisten.
Im Rahmen dieser Initiative baut Lockheed Martin eine neue 25.000 Quadratmeter große Anlage in Titusville, Florida, die der Produktion von D5LE2-Komponenten gewidmet ist. Die Anlage, die voraussichtlich 2027 in Betrieb genommen wird, wird etwa 300 neue hochqualifizierte Arbeitsplätze in der Region Space Coast in Florida schaffen.
Die D5-Rakete, die derzeit auf den US-Submarinen der OHIO-Klasse und den britischen VANGUARD-Klasse eingesetzt ist, repräsentiert die fortschrittlichste Technologie für ballistische Raketen der Welt. In diesem Jahr feiert Lockheed Martin 70 Jahre Unterstützung des Programms für die Flottenballistischen Raketen der Navy.
- Secured $383 million contract modification from U.S. Navy
- Creating 300 new highly-skilled jobs in Florida
- Building new 225,000 sq ft production facility
- Long-term contract extending through 2084
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The program's extension through the UK's Polaris Sales Agreement creates a dual-market opportunity, effectively doubling the potential long-term value proposition. The COLUMBIA-class submarine integration ensures Lockheed's central role in both U.S. and UK naval deterrence strategies for the next six decades.
The investment in a 225,000 square foot Florida facility carries particular significance. Beyond the immediate addition of 300 highly-skilled positions, this expansion represents a strategic consolidation of Lockheed's submarine-launched missile capabilities on the Space Coast. The facility's 2027 operational timeline aligns perfectly with the COLUMBIA-class submarine deployment schedule, creating an efficient production-to-deployment pipeline.
The cost-plus contract structure is notably advantageous for Lockheed Martin, providing protection against inflation and development uncertainties while maintaining profit margins. This contract modification likely represents just the initial phase of a larger modernization program that could exceed several billion dollars over its complete lifecycle.
The establishment of Lockheed Martin's new missile production facility in Titusville marks a significant economic catalyst for Florida's Space Coast. The 300 new highly-skilled positions will likely command salaries well above the regional average, potentially injecting millions in annual payroll into the local economy. Based on industry multipliers, this could indirectly support an additional 600-900 jobs across various sectors.
The strategic placement in Titusville leverages existing aerospace infrastructure and talent pools, creating a specialized defense manufacturing hub. This clustering effect typically drives increased economic activity through supplier networks, research partnerships and specialized service providers. The facility's 60-year operational commitment provides important long-term economic stability, potentially attracting complementary businesses and spurring additional development in the region.
Company will build production facility in
Under this contract modification, Lockheed Martin will design the upgraded missile, called the Trident II D5 Life Extension 2 (D5LE2). The integrated, modernized missile will be carried aboard COLUMBIA-class ballistic missile submarines to ensure the strategic weapon system remains credible through 2084.
"The second life extension of the Trident D5 missile will enable
Advancing Deterrence
The D5 missile, built and upgraded by Lockheed Martin for the Navy, is the most advanced ballistic missile in the world and is currently aboard U.S. OHIO-class and
Lockheed Martin's FBM program is critical to preserving American and allied security with a focus on innovation through advanced digital technology, modern facilities, and a culture of excellence.
New Florida Facility for the Future
Lockheed Martin is breaking ground on an approximately 225,000 square foot facility in
The new facility expands Lockheed Martin's presence in
"Under Governor Ron DeSantis' leadership,
The facility is anticipated to be ready for operations in 2027 to meet the Navy's production needs and support the service for the next 60 years.
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