Boeing and Lockheed Martin are in discussions to sell their joint venture, United Launch Alliance (ULA), to Sierra Space, according to sources familiar with the matter. ULA, a key provider of launch services to the U.S. government and a major competitor to SpaceX, could soon shift from being owned by two of the largest defense contractors to a smaller, privately held company.
This potential sale follows years of speculation about ULA’s future, including previous unsuccessful attempts to sell the venture. In 2019, Boeing and Lockheed Martin considered selling ULA but were unable to reach an agreement with interested buyers. The current negotiations, which could still fall through, represent a significant development in the U.S. space launch industry.
When approached for comment, ULA directed inquiries to Boeing and Lockheed Martin, both of which declined to comment. Boeing and Lockheed Martin are two of the most prominent aerospace and defense companies in the world, each with a long history of innovation and contributions to both the commercial and military sectors.
Boeing, headquartered in Chicago, is known for its commercial aircraft, defense products, and space exploration initiatives. Lockheed Martin, based in Bethesda, Maryland, is a global leader in aerospace, defense, and security, with a strong focus on advanced technology and military contracts.
Both companies have played critical roles in shaping modern aviation and space exploration, often collaborating on major projects such as the United Launch Alliance (ULA), which provides key launch services for U.S. government missions. Despite being competitors in some areas, their partnership through ULA highlights their ability to combine expertise for strategic ventures in the aerospace industry.
