Anduril Secures $99.6M Contract to Deliver Next Gen Command and Control Prototype for U.S. Army

In a major leap toward modernizing the U.S. military’s digital battlefield, Anduril Industries has been awarded a $99.6 million contract by the U.S. Army’s Program Executive Office Command, Control, Communications, and Network (PEO C3N). The agreement, secured through an Other Transaction Authority (OTA), officially tasks Anduril with leading the development of the Next Generation Command and Control (NGC2) prototype; a foundational effort in revolutionizing how the Army communicates, coordinates, and commands in a modern combat environment.

A Critical Step in U.S. Army Modernization

The NGC2 program is central to the Army’s broader strategy to digitize the battlespace and provide commanders and soldiers with real-time situational awareness, streamlined coordination, and high-speed decision-making capabilities across echelons. The $99.6M award signifies a concrete step in the Army’s pursuit of a truly connected battlefield, where intelligence flows seamlessly from headquarters to frontline units.

Anduril is not working alone. This ambitious prototype development brings together some of the most influential tech players in defense, including:

Palantir Technologies – Known for its powerful data analytics platforms.
Striveworks – Specialists in machine learning operations (MLOps).
Govini – Experts in defense data analytics and decision-making tools.
Instant Connect Enterprise (ICE) – Push-to-talk and voice communications integration.
Research Innovations Inc. (RII) – Providers of secure, interoperable C2 systems.
Microsoft – Bringing cloud services and edge computing capabilities to the fold.

Together, this consortium will collaborate under Anduril’s leadership to bring the NGC2 system from concept to battlefield readiness.

NGC2: Redefining Command and Control

NGC2 is not just an upgrade; it’s a complete reimagining of how the Army organizes command and control in high-tempo, multi-domain operations. The initiative is based on a modular, open-architecture software framework that allows for interoperability, scalability, and integration of emerging technologies.

Key Capabilities of the NGC2 Prototype Include:

Real-time tactical mapping and geolocation.
Live logistics and sustainment tracking.
Integrated weapons and sensor status reporting.
Rapid target acquisition and enemy tracking.
Cross-unit communications from Corps to Company level.

Commanders using NGC2 will be able to visualize the battlespace as a live, data-rich environment; enabling split-second decisions based on integrated intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) inputs.

Lattice Mesh: The Digital Backbone

A pivotal component of the prototype is Anduril’s proprietary Lattice Mesh platform. Already in use by other U.S. Department of Defense programs, Lattice Mesh enables ultra-fast machine-to-machine communication, real-time sensor fusion, and low-latency data transfer across distributed environments.

Lattice Mesh:

Eliminates stovepiped legacy networks.
Connects remote sensors, vehicles, command posts, and personnel.
Enables artificial intelligence-driven decision-making.
Supports edge computing in disconnected, intermittent, or limited (DIL) bandwidth environments.

This foundation ensures the NGC2 system will be adaptable, resilient, and combat-ready in dynamic, contested environments.

From Competition to Field Deployment

The NGC2 effort began as a competitive evaluation in 2023, with multiple industry teams proposing advanced C2 solutions. After an 18-month evaluation cycle, Anduril emerged as the lead integrator due to its rapid prototyping capabilities and successful delivery of interoperable defense systems.

In April 2025, the Army officially stood up the NGC2 Program Office, accelerating the project to production readiness. Army Chief Technology Officer Alex Miller called the pace of progress “astronomically fast,” citing successful capability demonstrations and early validation within just one year.

Testing with the 4th Infantry Division

The prototype will now be fielded with the 4th Infantry Division, one of the Army’s premier combat units. This phase includes:

Live Soldier Touchpoints – Feedback from operators in simulated and real-world scenarios.
Integration on Mechanized Platforms – Including Strykers, Bradleys, and future optionally-manned vehicles.
Network Resilience Exercises – Testing system performance in contested signal environments.
Iterative Updates – Allowing real-time improvements based on user experience.

This hands-on deployment ensures the system evolves in step with tactical demands, not just engineering plans.

Interoperability Across Joint and Coalition Forces

Another hallmark of the NGC2 architecture is interoperability. The system is being designed to integrate seamlessly with Joint and Coalition partners, allowing multinational forces to operate in a shared information environment. This capability is vital for missions involving NATO or combined task forces and reflects the Army’s commitment to integrated deterrence and joint operations.

A Paradigm Shift in Connected Warfare

The NGC2 prototype is more than a software platform; it is a strategic transformation. With this award, Anduril Industries is helping the U.S. Army transition from fragmented communication chains to unified, intelligent, and adaptive C2 systems that will shape the future of warfighting.

This system places data at the heart of tactical advantage, empowering commanders with the tools to act faster, understand more, and control complex environments with confidence.

Conclusion

The $99.6 million contract to Anduril Industries marks a definitive step forward in the evolution of digital command and control. As NGC2 moves into active testing with the 4th Infantry Division and beyond, it has the potential to redefine how the U.S. Army; and its partners – fight, connect, and win in the information age.