Elbit and Anduril Partner to Build Next-Generation Mobile Artillery for the U.S. Army
Fort Worth, Tuesday, 2 June 2026.
Announced on June 2, 2026, Elbit and Anduril’s partnership merges traditional defense manufacturing with advanced autonomous software to build next-generation, all-American mobile artillery for the U.S. Army.
A Strategic Alliance for Army Modernization
On June 1 and officially announced on June 2, 2026, Fort Worth-headquartered Elbit Systems of America, a subsidiary of Elbit Systems Ltd. (NASDAQ: ESLT) [GPT], and defense technology firm Anduril Industries established a strategic teaming agreement [1]. The partnership, operating under the moniker “Team SIGMA,” is directly targeting the United States Army’s Self-Propelled Howitzer Modernization program [1]. The core offering is the SIGMA Mobile Tactical Cannon, a system designed to deliver a highly maneuverable, digitally integrated, and production-ready artillery solution that aligns with the military’s strict modernization timelines [1].
Integrating Autonomy and Edge Computing
While Elbit America and Oshkosh Defense provide the kinetic and structural foundation, Anduril Industries brings its signature software-centric approach to the alliance. Should Team SIGMA be awarded the modernization program [alert! ‘contract award is currently pending and not guaranteed’], Anduril plans to integrate its proprietary Lattice software platform into future variants of the cannon [1]. This integration is designed to unlock autonomous capabilities and seamlessly connect the platform with existing U.S. Army Command and Control, as well as fire control networks [1].
Domestic Security and Economic Impact
Beyond the tactical advantages, the teaming agreement carries significant political and economic weight. U.S. Representative Craig Goldman highlighted the national security benefits of developing such cutting-edge military vehicles domestically [1]. Goldman specifically pointed to the leadership of Elbit America’s Fort Worth headquarters in developing capabilities essential for maintaining national strength and security [1]. The reliance on a vast network of domestic engineering and manufacturing suppliers further insulates the supply chain from global disruptions, a priority that continues to dominate defense procurement strategies [GPT].