Portsmouth's Lockheed Martin Tactical Systems UK has been sharing the secrets of its success with some of Hampshire's leading business people. The Hampshire Ambassador scheme, launched in December 1995, now boasts over 700 members, including many leaders of successful Hampshire businesses.
Ambassadors actively promote Hampshire as an excellent place for businesses to thrive.
Lockheed Martin Managing Director, Keith Robinson and other members of the LM senior management team shared 'Best Practice' management techniques with over 50 Hampshire Ambassadors. Lockheed Martin is prime contractor for the Royal Navy Merlin helicopter programme. The company is committed to providing the Ministry of Defence with 44 Merlin systems by the year 2001. This contract win was a significant coup for the company and Portsmouth following what has been a major departure in the method of managing large-scale UK defence programmes. Keith Robinson's 'Best Practice' presentation focused on Lockheed Martin's commitment to striving for excellence in all aspects of their business management.