Lockheed Martin receives $73M for MK41 launch systems.Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems, based in Moorestown, New Jersey, has been awarded a $73.1 million modification to an existing contract for the production of MK 41 Vertical Launching System (VLS) modules and ancillary equipment. The contract, initially awarded under N00024-23-C-5325, supports ongoing Navy shipbuilding efforts and reflects the U.S. Navy’s commitment to advanced naval combat systems. The project is expected to be completed by December 2026.