Lockheed Martin Corporation ( LMT ) has reportedly approached the U.K. government with an offer to assist in developing a national missile-defense system, seeking to contribute its advanced air defense technology amid growing geopolitical tensions.

According to a recent interview with Lockheed’s Chief Operating Officer Frank St John with the Financial Times, the company presented its proposal to British officials to support the United Kingdom’s evaluation of air-defense options, U.K. officials are reportedly weighing its capabilities.

The pitch aligns with Washington’s “Golden Dome” initiative, an ambitious U.S. space-based missile shield inspired by Israel’s Iron Dome system.

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This project aims to deploy space‑based sensors and interceptors, and Lockheed’s expertise in interceptors, sensor networks, and satellite situational awareness forms a central part of its U.K. offer, Financial Times adds.

John told the Financial Times that Lockheed can swiftly deploy integrated air-missile defense, combining interceptors, ground radar, and satellites to establish a protective shield.

He emphasized the company’s willingness to partner with preferred U.K. and European entities to build interoperable command and control systems.

While U.K. Defence Ministry sources confirm that Lockheed officials have briefed officials on potential offerings, they suggest the U.K. isn’t committing to a Golden Dome–style project.

Instead, the Ministry of Defence is focused on bolstering regional air defense and integrating systems across NATO, backed by a 1 billion pound (or approximately $1.35 billion) investment.

Lockheed’s outreach coincides with growing interest in multinational missile-defense cooperation following the war in Ukraine.

The company currently manufactures THAAD and PAC-3 systems and operates the LEO Satellite Constellation.

It’s also pursuing European partnerships, most notably with Rheinmetall and Kongsberg, to manufacture long-range ATACMS and Patriot PAC-3 missiles locally.

John emphasized that Lockheed’s expanding European industrial footprint, including local manufacturing of F‑35 fuselages with Rheinmetall, helps strengthen its position against calls to prioritize domestic defense procurement across Europe.

Price Action: LMT shares are trading higher by 0.85% to $472.59 at last check Friday.

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