Lockheed Martin, General Dynamics get framework deals to surge Patriot, THAAD production

The Pentagon's framework agreements with General Dynamics and Lockheed include tripling Patriot production and quadrupling THAAD interceptor output.

The Pentagon has secured seven-year agreements with defense contractors. These deals aim to increase production of critical missile subcomponents. This effort supports the THAAD and PAC-3 MSE interceptor programs. The agreements will strengthen the missile defense industrial base. Higher production volumes and faster d

Pentagon to triple Patriot, quadruple THAAD production capacity amid shortage reports  Dawn

The Department of War announced on Monday seven-year “framework agreements” with General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems and Lockheed Martin that would allow for the significant increase in production of critical interceptors for the Patriot missile defense system and the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense syst