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Lockheed Martin and Rheinmetall Forge Strategic Alliance to Boost Europe's Defense with Local Missile Production

Strategic Partnership Expansion

In a significant move to enhance Europe's defense capabilities, Rheinmetall AG and Lockheed Martin Corporation have announced an expansion of their partnership. This collaboration aims to establish a center of excellence in Germany for the production of rockets and missiles, marking a pivotal step towards Europe's security and self-reliance.

Building on a Strong Foundation

The initiative builds upon the 2024 Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the two defense giants. "The centre of excellence, based in Germany, will be led by Rheinmetall and will primarily operate in Germany and other European countries," the companies stated, underscoring their commitment to strengthening Europe's defense infrastructure.

Awaiting Government Approval

This ambitious project, however, is pending approval from the governments of Germany and the United States, a crucial step before the partnership can fully realize its objectives.