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L3Harris to Advance Allied Submarine Technology

2 November 2026 L3Harris Technologies
L3Harris to Advance Allied Submarine Technology

L3Harris Technologies (NYSE: LHX) has received two multi-million-dollar contracts from TKMS to provide mast-raising equipment and associated electronic control units. The L3Harris technology will enable submarines to deploy and retract critical payloads used for communications, surveillance and navigation.

“L3Harris is proud to play a major role in shaping the future of European submarine capability,” said Nino DiCosmo, President, Maritime, Space & Mission Systems, L3Harris. “Our partnership with TKMS reinforces our commitment to supporting European naval modernization.”

L3Harris’ mast-raising equipment meets stringent naval requirements for safety, reliability and integration within modern submarine platforms. High-grade materials and minimal maintenance requirements help ensure optimal vessel availability with reduced lifecycle costs. The equipment has been proven through extensive operational experience across numerous naval fleets worldwide.