UK Ministry of Defence Selects Lockheed Martin UK for $1B Contract to Upgrade Warrior Vehicles

The Ministry of Defence has selected Lockheed Martin LMT UK to lead a 642 million pounds ($1 billion) contract as part of the major 1 billion pounds ($1.6 billion) upgrade of the British Army's Warrior Armoured Fighting Vehicle. Under the Warrior Capability Sustainment Programme, Lockheed Martin UK will be responsible for upgrades and enhancements extending the vehicles' service life to beyond 2040. WCSP will generate employment opportunities and support up to 600 jobs in the UK.