The agreement highlights Canadian leadership in naval systems innovation and will advance collaboration between the Royal Canadian Navy and the German Navy through their shared use of CMS 330. Maninder Sidhu, Minister of International Trade, said: “This landmark agreement between Canada and Germany showcases the strength of Canadian innovation, as well as our commitment to global security. The selection of Lockheed Martin Canada’s CMS 330 by the German Navy is a testament to our world-class defence technologies and the value of government-to-government partnerships. Canada is committed to supporting Canadian companies as they diversify their markets—strengthening the Canadian defence industrial base—and to keeping well-paid jobs in Canada.”
CMS 330 has been developed in Canada and used by the Royal Canadian Navy and allied fleets for more than 25 years. The system integrates sensors, weapons and communications to provide real time situational awareness, while its open architecture keeps it adaptable to evolving operational demands.
Glenn Copeland, General Manager of Lockheed Martin Canada Rotary and Mission Systems, said: “We are honoured that CMS 330 has been selected by the German Navy, and we appreciate the trust that the German Ministry of Defence has placed in Canadian expertise. This milestone demonstrates the global export potential of Canadian technology and showcases how our team continues to deliver on decades of Canadian innovation that enhances customer mission effectiveness and allied cooperation.”
The contract will generate economic opportunities for Canadian and German suppliers and will see Lockheed Martin Canada work with German industry, starting with Hensoldt, to integrate the system into the fleet. The company will also cooperate with academic and research institutions in both countries to support innovation and skills development.
Bobby Kwon, President and CEO of CCC, said: “CCC is proud to facilitate this landmark contract between Canada and Germany, which not only strengthens our defence partnership but also delivers significant economic benefits for Canadians. Through our government-to-government expertise, CCC is helping Canadian innovation to reach global partners—expanding trade opportunities and supporting a strong, skilled workforce at home. This agreement reinforces Canada’s defence industrial base and sets a precedent for future collaborations that combine security objectives with economic growth.”
The selection of CMS 330 underscores the resilience of Canada’s defence industrial base and its contribution to international security. Lockheed Martin Canada states it remains committed to exporting technology that improves interoperability and provides economic and operational value to Canada and its allies.
