The solution is aligned with the U.S. Department of War’s open architecture standards and commercial-first strategy. It enables military platforms and vehicles to integrate commercial-grade 5G capabilities in the field.
The system incorporates Nokia’s carrier-grade 5G technology within the Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Cyber, Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance Modular Open Suite of Standards framework. This approach is intended to simplify integration and improve interoperability across systems.
By using a plug-and-play architecture, the solution allows new capabilities to be added without disrupting existing platforms. It is designed to reduce complexity and support rapid deployment across expeditionary and vehicle-based systems.
“Nokia recognizes the need to adapt our advanced technology portfolio to align with DoW-defined open systems,” said Mike Loomis. “This launch reflects how Nokia is building focused defense capabilities, leveraging our commercial technology and strong partnerships into a meaningful, ready-to-use solution that is deployable by our defense customers.”
The solution combines Nokia’s commercial 5G capabilities with Lockheed Martin’s 5G.MIL® technologies. This hybrid approach is intended to provide high-speed connectivity while maintaining the security required for military operations.
“Moving advanced communications from concept into the field requires discipline, scale, and an understanding of how defense systems are built and sustained,” said Sarah Hiza. “This collaboration is about rapidly delivering capability that can be deployed, sustained and trusted over the long term.”
The development builds on a collaboration announced in 2025 between the two companies. That earlier effort focused on integrating Nokia’s 5G technology with Lockheed Martin’s hybrid base station systems.
The new announcement marks a transition from integration demonstrations to a field-ready capability. It reflects ongoing efforts to deliver deployable 5G solutions for defense applications.
The system is also intended to support NATO partners as they integrate 5G into mission systems. Its standardized framework enables adoption across allied platforms beyond the United States.
The CMOSS standard supporting the solution is maintained by the U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command. The initiative is aimed at advancing practical, mission-ready communications technologies that can evolve with operational requirements.
