NATO selects Anduril’s Lattice platform for next-generation air command and control

Anduril Industries has secured its first contract with NATO, agreeing to provide its Lattice software for the alliance's Enhanced Air Command and Control (eAirC2) Data Platform initiative. The US defense technology company announced the deal on Wednesday, marking a significant step in the alliance's modernization efforts.

The eAirC2 program is described as a crucial component of NATO's wider strategy to boost warfighting capabilities within an evolving technological landscape. Its primary goal is to strengthen the alliance's ability to counter emerging air and missile threats, enhancing overall security for member states.

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Another important step towards our goal of stitching together every platform, even the ones built decades ago.

Anduril CEO Palmer Luckey highlighted the contract as progress toward integrating various platforms, including older systems. Lattice, an AI-driven platform, utilizes computer vision, machine learning, and mesh networking to consolidate real-time data from multiple sources into a unified operational picture. Its open-architecture design facilitates the integration of sensors, autonomous systems, and command-and-control tools, aiming for quicker threat detection and more robust battlefield networks.

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These contract awards represent an important milestone in delivering improved situational awareness, better coordination, and faster decision-making across the NATO Command and Force Structures.

The trial will involve deploying Lattice within NATO platforms, integrating air traffic control, surveillance, and force management functions. This assessment will determine if the system meets NATO's operational requirements. Palantir and Athea SAS were also awarded contracts, with NATO planning to select a single long-term solution after the evaluation period.

NATO's air operations rely heavily on the secure and rapid sharing of information among its 32 member nations, each possessing unique systems and security protocols. The modernization of the Air Command and Control architecture seeks to enable seamless interoperability while preserving national control over sensitive data. Dr. Dylan Browne, NCIA General Manager, emphasized that these contract awards signify improved situational awareness, coordination, and decision-making across NATO structures, showcasing innovation and industry cooperation.

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The project is a tangible demonstration of NATO innovation and cooperation with industry to ensure we’re deploying state-of-the-art technology that can evolve and be scaled as needed.