Trondheim, Dec. 19. 2024 — UBIQ Aerospace, a leading innovator in autonomous ice protection systems, is pleased to announce the signing of two development contracts with Lockheed Martin. The contracts will see UBIQ adapting its cutting-edge D•ICE™ solutions for future Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) concepts with Lockheed Martin Skunk Works®, and for MH-60R SEAHAWK® helicopters in collaboration with Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company.
“Amounting to US $3.7 million, these contracts represent a significant step forward for UBIQ,” said Kasper Trolle Borup, Chief Technology Officer at UBIQ Aerospace. “We are proud to extend our collaboration with Lockheed Martin adapting UBIQ’s systems for future unmanned platforms, and maritime helicopters that are operational today. This underscores the versatility and scalability of our ice protection technology, which is critical in ensuring the reliability and safety of aircraft operating in challenging climates.”
Skunk Works and Sikorsky are at the forefront of advanced aerospace innovation. With Skunk Works, renowned for groundbreaking developments like the SR-71 Blackbird, UBIQ will continue its expansion into the unmanned systems market. With Sikorsky, UBIQ will explore the effects of its system to de-ice rotor blades.
“Lockheed Martin is always looking at new technology to enhance performance and reliability of our aircraft systems. In particular, UAV customers increasingly require capability to complete their missions in all-weather environments, including icing conditions. We look forward to assessing UBIQ’s technology to better enable flight for future and current aircraft into known icing,” said Dan Griffiths, Lockheed Martin - Sikorsky Manager for Aerodynamic Performance and Icing.
This new collaboration highlights UBIQ Aerospace’s continued role as a key player in the future of aerospace, providing the expertise needed to keep aircraft mission-ready, even in the most unforgiving environments.
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