The funding supports the design and development of the Trident II D5 Life Extension 2 (D5LE2) missile, a modernized variant of the existing system. This enhanced missile will be deployed aboard the forthcoming COLUMBIA-class ballistic missile submarines, ensuring the longevity and reliability of the Navy's strategic weapon system until at least 2084.
"The second life extension of the Trident D5 missile will enable the United States and United Kingdom, through the Polaris Sales Agreement, to maintain credibility deterring evolving threats," stated Jerry Mamrol, vice president of Fleet Ballistic Missiles at Lockheed Martin. "We are proud to continue our critical partnership with the U.S. Navy to take deterrence into this new era."
Currently deployed aboard U.S. OHIO-class and U.K. VANGUARD-class submarines, the system remains a cornerstone of strategic deterrence. This year marks Lockheed Martin's 70th anniversary in supporting the Navy's Fleet Ballistic Missiles (FBM) program, a crucial component of national and allied defense strategies.
Through continuous technological advancements, Lockheed Martin's FBM program integrates digital modernization, cutting-edge infrastructure, and an unwavering commitment to innovation.
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