KBR (KBR) Invests in Applied Computing for AI Growth

On March 23, 2026, KBR, Inc. (KBR) announced a strategic investment in Applied Computing, securing a board position as part of the deal. This investment aims to enhance KBR's AI-driven growth strategy by integrating Applied Computing's Orbital model with KBR’s existing technologies. Additionally, on March 18, 2026, KBR was awarded a 50-month contract by Zallaf Exploration for project management services for the South Refinery Project in Libya. Furthermore, the company secured a seven-year maintenance contract with an optional extension from Saudi Aramco Total Refining and Petrochemical for its Jubail complex.