# Defense Executive Joins Canadian Firm

- Place: Ottawa, Canada (45.4215, -75.6972)
- Published: 2026-11-03T10:24:02.932Z · expires 2026-11-10T10:24:02.932Z
- Floors (The Arena): E11 Organizations, E10 Institutions, E12 States
- Page: https://emergencemachine.com/brief/66e
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Former Lockheed Martin Canada CEO Lorraine Ben has joined Syntax Defence, Bloomberg reports.

The move signals continued interest in Canada's defense technology sector as the country seeks to bolster its aerospace capabilities.

Ben's appointment comes amid heightened scrutiny of Canadian defense procurement processes, per the Globe and Mail.

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