The first contract, valued at USD 481 million over five years, was awarded by the U.S. Army’s Aviation Missile Technology Consortium. It aims to expand software development for the Integrated Battle Command System (IBCS), with USD 347.6 million allocated to Poland’s defence and USD 133.7 million designated for the U.S. military and the Guam Defence System.
Under this contract, Northrop Grumman will lead AI and systems engineering collaborations to enhance IBCS software development. Additionally, the company will integrate Polish sensors and the United Kingdom’s Common Anti-Air Modular Missile system (CAMM) into the defence network.
The second contract, worth $899.6 million, will see Northrop Grumman provide IBCS as the central command and control system for Poland’s WISŁA medium-range and NAREW short-range air defence programmes. This step is expected to enhance Poland’s interoperability with U.S. forces.
Kenn Todorov, vice president and general manager for global battle management and readiness at Northrop Grumman, stated that expanding IBCS capabilities will improve the U.S. Army’s ability to counter evolving threats. He emphasised that these developments will provide warfighters with more time to make critical decisions, ultimately saving lives.
In 2024, Northrop Grumman delivered the first complete set of IBCS components to the U.S. Army, supporting early deployment. Successful tests with the Lower Tier Air and Missile Defence Sensor (LTAMDS), Patriot Advanced Capability-3 (PAC-3), and Integrated Fire Protection Capability Increment 2 (IFPC Inc 2) have confirmed the system’s readiness.
IBCS integrates various sensors and weapons into a single network, allowing commanders to make real-time decisions. Its deployment in Poland will significantly enhance air defence capabilities, positioning it as one of the most advanced systems globally.
