Form 8-K · Current Report · Filed 2026-08-17
L3Harris Technologies Appoints New CEO and Board Chairman
L3Harris Technologies, Inc. announced on August 17, 2026, the appointment of Sam Mehta as President and Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Lewis Hay III was appointed as Independent Chairman of the Board. Christopher Kubasik, the former Chairman and CEO, stepped down following an investigation into conduct inconsistent with the company's values. Lauren Barnes and Christopher Aebli were appointed as Presidents of Space & Mission Systems and Communications & Spectrum Dominance, respectively. The company reaffirmed its 2026 financial guidance.
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- L3Harris Technologies Inc. LHX · NYSE
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About L3Harris Technologies Inc.
L3Harris Technologies Inc. is a leading aerospace and defense technology company offering solutions that impact security, communications, and infrastructure worldwide. Formed through the merger of L3 Technologies and Harris Corporation, L3Harris provides advanced defense systems, communication systems, and electronic systems to government and commercial customers. The company operates across various sectors including space and airborne systems, intelligence and cybersecurity, and aviation systems. It plays a pivotal role in enhancing national security through its innovative products and services, which include tactical communications, geospatial systems, avionics, and cyber security solutions. L3Harris is seen as a crucial player in the global defense industry, contributing to modernizing military capabilities and ensuring strategic technological advancements in aerospace exploration and defense operations. Its operations and technologies are integral to maintaining the functionality and security of critical infrastructure worldwide, with a commitment to meeting the evolving demands of security and defense industries.
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