Lockheed Martin Canada welcomes German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius
On October 21, Lockheed Martin Canada welcomed German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius and his delegation to our Kanata facility as a part of his visit to Canada. Bobby Kwan, president of the Canadian Commercial Corporation, was also in attendance to participate in the engaging discussion on homegrown Canadian innovation and how it strengthens allied cooperation.
Showcasing Canada’s Combat Management System 330
At the centre of the conversation was a presentation on Combat Management System 330 (CMS 330), a Canadian-developed, combat-proven system that has set the standard for interoperability across global fleets. CMS 330 has been trusted in Canadian, international, and NATO maritime operations for more than 25 years.
Representing Lockheed Martin Canada was Glenn Copeland, General Manager, Lockheed Martin Canada Rotary & Missions Systems (RMS), alongside the talented program leads and engineers who bring CMS 330 to life every day.
“We were thrilled to have Minister Pistorius at our facility for an exciting discussion about the future of allied defence,” says Copeland. "We are always proud to discuss how CMS 330 continues to strengthen partnership across allied fleets while showcasing the world-class naval technology we are developing right here in Canada.”
Canadian Innovation with Global Potential
Originally developed for the Royal Canadian Navy, CMS 330 has emerged as a trusted partner to navies around the world, including New Zealand, Canada, and Chile, providing unmatched operational interoperability and adaptability. CMS 330 has seen exceptional commercial success as a Canadian export because of its ability to scale to meet the unique needs of our allies’ navies.
“CMS 330 offers an opportunity for both internal fleet commonality and external interoperability with friendly navies,” Glenn explains. “For a navy like Germany’s, which operates in close coordination with NATO and European partners, the system could offer a strong foundation for joint operations, interoperability and information sharing.”
As the brain of the vessel, the system integrates sensors, weapons, and information systems to optimize situational awareness, support faster decision-making, and deliver the right effects on target and on time. Its scalable design allows it to be deployed across an entire fleet, creating commonality and efficiency across classes.
Building collaboration and opportunity for the future
“We see Germany as a natural partner for leveraging our technology to enhance European defence resilience while creating value for both economies,” says Copeland. “This was a superb visit that could lead to incredible opportunities for our workforce across Canada.”
As global security challenges evolve, visits like this one highlight the strength of partnership and the shared vision that connects Canada and its allies in building a more resilient defence future.
