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Lockheed, Ondas Make Tech-Focused Acquisitions

July 7, 2026

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Key Takeaways

Lockheed Martin buys Ultra Maritime for $3.45 billion.
Ultra Maritime focuses on undersea and anti-submarine warfare technologies.
Ondas acquires DZYNE Technologies for $875 million.
DZYNE manufactures unmanned aircraft and augmenting technologies.

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Strategic Implications

These acquisitions may signal a shift in the defense industry towards more tech-focused investments, particularly in maritime systems and autonomous vehicles. Lockheed's purchase of Ultra Maritime suggests a desire to expand its sonar solutions, while Ondas' acquisition of DZYNE Technologies could strengthen its position in the autonomous defense tech market.

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What Happened

Defense Giants Expand Capabilities In Maritime Systems And Autonomous Vehicles

Lockheed Martin and Ondas have made significant acquisitions in the defense technology sector. Lockheed has agreed to buy Ultra Maritime, a business unit of Cobham Ultra, for $3.45 billion, expanding its capabilities in undersea and anti-submarine warfare technologies. Meanwhile, Ondas has acquired DZYNE Technologies, a drone maker, for $875 million, positioning itself as a more well-rounded provider of defense technology. The acquisitions were reported by Washington Technology.

Source | Originally Published: July 7, 2026

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