Lockheed Martin breaks ground on new THAAD interceptor factory in Alabama
On May 21, 2026, Lockheed Martin broke ground on a new 87,000-square-foot Munitions Production Center (Building 47) in Troy, Alabama, to assemble THAAD interceptors and support Next Generation Interceptor work. The company is investing over $9 billion through 2030 across 20+ U.S. facilities to triple PAC-3 MSE and quadruple THAAD/PrSM output, driven by Pentagon demand amid global conflicts. The project will create jobs and includes local grants.
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Lockheed breaks ground on new THAAD interceptor plant, as Pentagon pushes for more weapons production
Lockheed Martin broke ground on a new 87,000 square foot THAAD interceptor production facility in Troy, Alabama, named 'Building 47'. The facility nearly doubles current production space and will also support the Next Generation Interceptor program. Lockheed CEO Jim Taiclet stated the company is making major investments before formal contracts, reflecting confidence in sustained Pentagon demand. The Trump administration is pushing for increased munitions stockpiles following conflicts in Ukraine and with Iran. Lockheed plans to spend $8-9 billion through 2030 on new or modernized facilities, including $1.25 billion already spent in Camden, Arkansas, and $900 million to $1.1 billion for the Troy site. The company will add 4,500 jobs nationwide. Multiyear framework agreements for THAAD, PrSM, and Patriot missiles are pending congressional approval as part of the FY2027 budget.
Breaking DefenseLockheed Martin breaks ground on new munitions factory in Alabama
Lockheed Martin broke ground on its new Munitions Production Center in Troy, Alabama, on 21 May 2026, as part of a broader effort to increase munitions manufacturing capacity in the US and allied nations. The new Building 47 will add 87,000 square feet of production space, nearly doubling the site's existing footprint. The facility will focus on assembling Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) interceptors and support Next Generation Interceptor (NGI) activities. Lockheed Martin is allocating more than $9 billion through 2030 to expand production capabilities across over 20 facilities nationwide. The project is expected to create numerous jobs over the next three years, adding to the nearly 4,000-strong Lockheed Martin workforce in Alabama. The company also awarded over $640,000 in grants to local nonprofits in 2025 and supports STEM education programs. Under the Department of War's Acquisition Transformation Strategy, Lockheed Martin has introduced framework agreements to triple PAC-3 MSE output and quadruple THAAD and PrSM production rates.
Army TechnologyLockheed Martin breaks ground on new munitions factory in Alabama
Lockheed Martin broke ground on its new Munitions Production Center in Troy, Alabama, on 21 May 2026, as part of a broader effort to increase munitions manufacturing capacity in the US and allied nations. The new Building 47 will add 87,000 square feet of production space, nearly doubling the site's existing footprint. The facility will focus on assembling Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) interceptors and support Next Generation Interceptor (NGI) activities in future years. Lockheed Martin is allocating more than $9 billion through 2030 to expand production capabilities across over 20 facilities nationwide. The project is expected to create numerous jobs over the next three years, adding to the nearly 4,000-strong Lockheed Martin workforce in Alabama. The company also awarded over $640,000 in grants to local nonprofits in 2025 and supports STEM education programs. Under the Department of War's Acquisition Transformation Strategy, Lockheed Martin has introduced framework agreements to triple PAC-3 MSE output and quadruple THAAD and PrSM production rates.
Army TechnologyLockheed Martin breaks ground on new munitions factory in Alabama
Lockheed Martin broke ground on its new Munitions Production Center in Troy, Alabama, on 21 May 2026, as part of a broader effort to increase munitions manufacturing capacity in the US and allied nations. The new Building 47 will add 87,000 square feet of production space, nearly doubling the site's existing footprint. The facility will focus on assembling Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) interceptors and support Next Generation Interceptor (NGI) activities. Lockheed Martin is allocating more than $9 billion through 2030 to expand production capabilities across over 20 facilities nationwide. The project is expected to create numerous jobs over the next three years, adding to the nearly 4,000-strong workforce in Alabama. The company also awarded over $640,000 in grants to local nonprofits in 2025 and supports STEM education programs. Under the Department of War's Acquisition Transformation Strategy, Lockheed Martin has introduced framework agreements to triple PAC-3 MSE output and quadruple THAAD and PrSM production rates.
Army TechnologyLockheed Martin breaks ground on new munitions factory in Alabama
Lockheed Martin broke ground on its new Munitions Production Center in Troy, Alabama, on 21 May 2026, as part of a broader effort to increase munitions manufacturing capacity in the US and allied nations. The new Building 47 will add 87,000 square feet of production space, nearly doubling the site's existing footprint. The facility will focus on assembling Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) interceptors and support Next Generation Interceptor (NGI) activities. Lockheed Martin is allocating more than $9 billion through 2030 to expand production capabilities across over 20 facilities nationwide. The project is expected to create numerous jobs over the next three years, adding to the nearly 4,000-strong Lockheed Martin workforce in Alabama. The company also awarded over $640,000 in grants to local nonprofits in 2025 and supports STEM education programs. Under the Department of War's Acquisition Transformation Strategy, Lockheed Martin has introduced framework agreements to triple PAC-3 MSE output and quadruple THAAD and PrSM production rates.
Army TechnologyLockheed Martin breaks ground on new munitions factory in Alabama
Lockheed Martin broke ground on its new Munitions Production Center in Troy, Alabama, on 21 May 2026, as part of a broader effort to increase munitions manufacturing capacity in the US and allied nations. The new Building 47 will add 87,000 square feet of production space, nearly doubling the site's existing footprint. The facility will focus on assembling Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) interceptors and support Next Generation Interceptor (NGI) activities in future years. Lockheed Martin is allocating more than $9 billion through 2030 to expand production capabilities across over 20 facilities nationwide. The project is expected to create new job opportunities, contributing to the nearly 4,000-strong Lockheed Martin workforce in Alabama. The company also recently organized a supplier summit to address supply chain needs and has introduced framework agreements to accelerate munitions manufacturing, tripling output of PAC-3 MSE interceptors and quadrupling production rates for THAAD and Precision Strike Missile (PrSM).
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