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Recently, on July 7, Lockheed Martin Corporation (NYSE:LMT) announced signing a memorandum of understanding at the NATO Summit Defense Industry Forum
The MoU is to address Europe’s demand for locally produced munitions. Management noted that the MoU is backed by the US and German governments and is a step towards a joint venture. The goal is to set up Europe’s first center for manufacturing, integrating, and distributing ATACMS missiles across NATO forces.
As per the terms, production is expected to be based at Rheinmetall’s Unterluess site in Germany. Moreover, this would be the first ATACMS production facility outside the US. Rocket motor and guided missile component production is targeted to begin as early as 2027.