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Lockheed Martin and Saildrone Demonstrate Armed Autonomous Vessel at RIMPAC 2026

Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) and Saildrone successfully demonstrated a weapon-equipped unmanned surface vessel during the U.S. Navy’s RIMPAC 2026 exercise near Hawaii, highlighting growing military use of autonomous maritime systems.

The companies launched two rounds from a Saildrone Surveyor integrated with Lockheed Martin’s Joint Air-to-Ground Missile (JAGM) Dual Launcher and the Navy’s ARES fire-control system. The unmanned vessel acted on targeting data for a simulated high-speed surface threat.

Autonomous Naval Warfare Expands

The demonstration progressed from concept to live testing in just six months and also included passive electronic-warfare capabilities. The Saildrone detected and identified a simulated threat radar while operating alongside an MH-60S helicopter.

The partnership plans additional tests, including integration with Saildrone’s larger Spectre-class platform. Future configurations could carry Lockheed Martin’s Mk 70 launcher and other containerized naval systems.

For Lockheed Martin, the demonstration expands the potential market for existing missiles, sensors and combat systems by integrating them with lower-cost autonomous platforms. It also reflects a broader U.S. Navy strategy of combining traditional warships with distributed unmanned systems, potentially increasing fleet reach and firepower without requiring additional crewed vessels.

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WS Investor 08-20-26

Lockheed Martin, Verizon and NVIDIA Demonstrate AI-Powered Drone Detection Using 5G Networks

Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT), Verizon, NVIDIA, Keysight Technologies, ODC and Astris AI have successfully demonstrated a new AI-powered system designed to detect and track drones using existing 5G infrastructure.

The NetSense Airspace Awareness-as-a-Service system uses AI to analyze radio-frequency disturbances across cellular networks, allowing it to identify, track and monitor unmanned aircraft without requiring major changes to existing 5G infrastructure. During a July demonstration in Miami, the technology successfully detected drones and maintained tracking throughout their flights.

The platform combines Lockheed Martin's tracking technology with Verizon's 5G spectrum, NVIDIA AI Aerial, ODC's AI-native radio-access-network software and Keysight's RF simulation technology. Potential applications include airports, power plants, hospitals, schools, stadiums and other critical infrastructure.

An important advantage is scalability. NetSense can operate using existing cellular deployments, potentially providing a faster and more cost-effective alternative to dedicated drone-detection infrastructure. It also has a roadmap toward future 6G networks.

Pilot deployments are planned for the second half of 2026 and early 2027, with broader commercial availability targeted for 2027. The system will be offered as a subscription integrated with customers' existing security operations.

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WS Investor 08-12-26

Lockheed Martin announced that Peru has selected its F-16 Block 70 fighter jets to modernize the country’s air force and strengthen defense capabilities. The advanced multi-role aircraft is designed to enhance operational readiness, air sovereignty, and regional security through improved radar, weapons systems, and extended service life.

The deal marks a significant step in Peru’s military modernization and reinforces its strategic partnership with the United States. The aircraft will be produced at Lockheed Martin’s facility in South Carolina, joining a global fleet operated by 29 countries.

Source: Lockheed Martin

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The Investor 04-24-26

MAS, a subsidiary of L3Harris, and Lockheed Martin have announced a partnership to establish an F-35 aircraft sustainment depot in Quebec, strengthening Canada’s domestic defense capabilities. The facility will support maintenance and long-term upkeep of the country’s F-35 fleet, enabling greater in-country control over operations.

The collaboration includes the creation of a joint steering committee to define depot operations, workforce training, and sustainment strategies. The project is also expected to generate high-skilled aerospace jobs and support a broader industrial network of Canadian suppliers.

The depot will contribute to servicing a global fleet of over 1,300 F-35 aircraft, reinforcing supply chain capabilities and operational readiness.

Both companies said the initiative will enhance fleet performance, strengthen national defense infrastructure, and deliver economic benefits through local industry participation.

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WS Investor 04-21-26

Lockheed Martin has been awarded a U.S. government contract to integrate its PAC-3 MSE missile into the Navy’s Aegis Combat System for the first time, marking a significant step in enhancing naval air and missile defense capabilities.

The PAC-3 MSE interceptor, already combat-proven and widely used by the U.S. Army and allied nations, will now be deployed on U.S. Navy warships, strengthening integrated air and missile defense (IAMD) operations.

The contract also supports ongoing efforts to accelerate production, with Lockheed Martin expected to deliver a record number of interceptors in 2026.

The integration is aimed at improving the Navy’s defensive capabilities and reinforcing broader U.S. and allied missile defense systems.

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European Investor 04-21-26

Lockheed Martin has secured a contract worth up to $105 million from the U.S. Space Force to continue modernizing the ground control segment of the Global Positioning System (GPS), reinforcing critical positioning, navigation, and timing services used worldwide.

The contract extends more than a decade of work under the Space Force’s modernization program, with Lockheed Martin responsible for supporting launch, early orbit, and disposal operations for next-generation GPS IIIF satellites, while enhancing system resilience and operational capabilities.

The upgrades are expected to strengthen the overall GPS infrastructure, improving reliability for both military and civilian users. The company also highlighted progress in next-generation satellite development, noting that GPS IIIF spacecraft will feature significantly stronger anti-jam signals and improved accuracy, further advancing the performance of the global navigation system.

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Global Finance News 04-17-26

Lockheed Martin, through its Sikorsky division, introduced new armed BLACK HAWK helicopter kits designed to expand mission capabilities across multiple roles.

The production-ready kits enable a single Black Hawk aircraft to perform air assault, close support, medical evacuation, intelligence surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR), and tactical lift missions, reducing the need for separate specialized fleets. Operators can choose between configurations for close support or precision strike, with modular upgrades available.

The system allows rapid reconfiguration within approximately three hours, enhancing operational flexibility and mission readiness. Lockheed Martin said the solution offers cost efficiencies through a single-platform approach, supported by a long-term supply chain and lifecycle extending beyond 2070.

The kits are available via foreign military sales or direct commercial channels, supporting integration into existing Black Hawk fleets worldwide.

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WS Investor 04-16-26

Lockheed Martin Corporation secured a Pentagon contract worth up to $1.9 billion to continue its C-130J Maintenance and Aircrew Training System program.

The 10-year deal covers training, logistics, and engineering support for C-130J aircraft across multiple U.S. military branches, with expanded coverage to the Navy Reserve and Coast Guard.

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WS Investor 04-14-26

Lockheed Martin announced the successful return of NASA’s Artemis II mission, as its Orion spacecraft safely splashed down after completing a crewed journey around the Moon.

The mission, the first human deep-space flight in over 50 years, saw a four-person crew travel nearly 700,000 miles over 10 days, reaching a record distance of more than 252,000 miles from Earth. Orion successfully re-entered the atmosphere at speeds of about 24,000 mph, demonstrating critical systems including life support, navigation, and heat shield performance.

The milestone validates Orion’s capability for future lunar missions and supports NASA’s broader Artemis program, including upcoming missions aimed at returning astronauts to the Moon and eventually enabling human exploration of Mars.
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European Investor 04-11-26

Lockheed Martin announced the successful launch of NASA’s Orion spacecraft as part of the Artemis II mission, marking the first crewed journey toward the Moon in over five decades.

Launched aboard NASA’s Space Launch System from Kennedy Space Center, the mission carries four astronauts on a 10-day test flight that will travel nearly 250,000 miles from Earth and loop around the far side of the Moon before returning.

The Orion spacecraft includes upgraded life-support systems, advanced communications—including experimental laser links—and enhanced safety features such as a fully operational launch abort system. The mission aims to validate spacecraft performance and human health capabilities in deep space.

Lockheed Martin said the mission represents a critical step toward future crewed lunar landings and the broader goal of sustained human exploration beyond Earth orbit.
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Global Finance News 04-03-26

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