Lockheed Martin Secures $3 Billion Contract to Boost GMLRS Rocket Production

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Lockheed Martin has won a $3 billion (£2.4 billion) contract for fiscal year 2026 to produce Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System (GMLRS) rounds for the US Army. The award supports the service’s drive to modernise long-range precision fires and replenish munitions stockpiles, as per a recent press statement.

The contract covers continued production of standard and extended-range GMLRS rounds. Lockheed Martin will expand manufacturing capacity, strengthen supply chain resilience and improve production efficiency under the deal.

GMLRS underpins the US Army’s long-range strike capability, delivering precise and reliable effects on the battlefield. The contract reflects sustained demand for the system and highlights the need to scale industrial output to meet readiness, training and stockpile targets.

Vice president for Lockheed Martin Precision Fires Rockets David Griser commented: “Meeting the Army’s demand for precision fires requires speed and disciplined execution across the industrial base.” He added: “This award allows us to continue increased production while preserving the quality and reliability expected of the GMLRS system.”

Work under the contract spans Lockheed Martin’s manufacturing network. The company will expand final assembly and integration capacity, increase automation in inspection and testing, and broaden its supplier base for critical components. It will also grow its workforce and modernise production tooling and digital manufacturing systems.

These measures aim to improve throughput, cut lead times and sustain high-rate output. The award aligns with wider Department of War priorities to strengthen the defence industrial base and accelerate munitions replenishment.

Griser added: “As demand for precision fires continues, our priority is to deliver capability at the pace required by the warfighter.” Lockheed Martin said it will continue working closely with the Army to meet production requirements.

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