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Lockheed Martin reports developments across its defense technology programs, including military aircraft, missile defense, space systems, and command-and-control platforms. Recurring updates cover F-35 and F-16 aircraft activity, Skunk Works® technologies such as the MDCX™ platform, layered missile defense programs using THAAD, PAC-3 and related interceptor experience, and GPS satellite production and launches.
Company news also includes U.S. and allied customer selections, contract awards, quarterly operating results, capital and production initiatives, and leadership changes within major businesses such as Aeronautics and Space.
The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), in collaboration with Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) and Aerojet Rocketdyne (NYSE: AJRD), successfully completed the second flight test of the Hypersonic Air-breathing Weapon Concept (HAWC) on January 30, 2023. The HAWC system, launched from a B-52, reached speeds exceeding Mach 5, traveling over 300 nautical miles at altitudes above 60,000 feet. This test demonstrated advanced manufacturing techniques aimed at improving affordability and reliability for future hypersonic solutions. The collaboration underscores Lockheed Martin's long-standing investment in hypersonic technologies, crucial for national defense.
The board of directors of Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) has announced a first-quarter 2023 dividend of $3.00 per share. This dividend is scheduled to be paid on March 24, 2023, to shareholders recorded as of March 1, 2023. Lockheed Martin is a leading global security and aerospace firm headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland, employing around 116,000 individuals. The company specializes in the research, design, development, manufacturing, integration, and sustainment of advanced technology systems.
Machina Labs has secured an investment from Lockheed Martin Ventures (LMT), raising the total funding to $21.8M. The funds will accelerate growth to meet customer demand and expand R&D for additional manufacturing processes. CEO Edward Mehr emphasizes the development of advanced, on-demand manufacturing for the defense sector, enhancing competitive advantages in national security. Chris Moran from Lockheed views the collaboration as a means to operationalize agile manufacturing to address emerging threats. Machina Labs leverages AI and robotics to significantly reduce production time for metal products, aiming to revolutionize manufacturing efficiency.
Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) has expanded its strategic partnership with SAP SE (NYSE: SAP) to enhance its 1LMX transformation initiative. This program aims to modernize Lockheed's business systems and improve efficiency across its supply chain. Key features of this collaboration include the adoption of RISE with SAP, which will transition Lockheed's SAP ERP systems to SAP S/4HANA Cloud. The partnership focuses on leveraging data for improved agility and security in response to evolving threats facing customers like the U.S. Department of Defense. This initiative is expected to streamline operations and support Lockheed's goals in the defense sector.
Lockheed Martin (LMT) announced the successful first flight of the F-16 Block 70 on January 24, 2023, at its Greenville, South Carolina facility. The flight lasted approximately 50 minutes and involved critical airworthiness checks. This milestone marks the commencement of delivering 16 jets to Bahrain, while the backlog stands at 128 jets. Recent contracts from Jordan and Bulgaria could increase the backlog to 148 jets. The defense contractor emphasizes its commitment to quality and national security, driven by significant advancements in development and production.
Lockheed Martin Corporation reported Q4 2022 net sales of $19.0 billion, up from $17.7 billion in Q4 2021. Net earnings for Q4 2022 were $1.9 billion ($7.40 per share), a slight decrease from $2.0 billion ($7.47 per share) in the previous year. For 2022, net sales totaled $66.0 billion, down from $67.0 billion in 2021, with net earnings of $5.7 billion ($21.66 per share). The company returned $5.0 billion to shareholders in Q4 2022 and $10.9 billion for the entire year. Cash from operations was $1.9 billion in Q4 2022. The backlog increased by 11% to $150 billion.
Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) successfully launched the sixth Global Positioning System III (GPS III) satellite, GPS III SV06, from Cape Canaveral, Florida, on January 18, 2023. This satellite will enhance the U.S. Space Force's GPS constellation, providing advanced positioning, navigation, and timing data to military and civil users globally. Lockheed Martin has completed production of all 10 original GPS III satellites, with GPS III SV06 being the 25th Military-Code satellite. The company is now contracted for three additional GPS IIIF satellites, valued at approximately $744 million. This satellite boasts three times greater accuracy and improved anti-jamming capabilities.
Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) will host a live webcast on January 24, 2023, at 11 a.m. ET to discuss its fourth quarter and full year 2022 earnings results. The conference call will feature James Taiclet, CEO, and other executives, who will review financial results, address key topics, and respond to questions. The earnings results will be released before market opening on the same day. An on-demand replay of the webcast will be available until February 7, 2023, along with presentation slides and financial charts on the company’s investor website.
The Filecoin Foundation (FF) has announced a pioneering mission to deploy the Interplanetary File System (IPFS) aboard Lockheed Martin's LM 400 Technology Demonstrator spacecraft in 2023. This mission aims to enhance data transfer speed over long distances, leveraging decentralized storage. As described by FF President Marta Belcher, IPFS allows data to be retrieved from nearby sources instead of central servers, minimizing delays. The LM 400 aims to showcase the potential of IPFS for efficient interplanetary communication, enabling multiple ground applications to access data from space. This initiative progresses FF's goal to improve data sharing in space.
Hewlett Packard Enterprise (NYSE: HPE) has announced the acquisition of Pachyderm, a software startup specializing in automating machine learning pipelines for large-scale AI applications. This integration aims to enhance HPE's AI-at-scale offerings by providing a more efficient and cost-effective platform for customers transitioning from proof of concept to production. The combined solution will aid in developing accurate AI models faster, supporting industries like defense, life sciences, and manufacturing. The deal is expected to close this month without regulatory hurdles.