Anduril team for next phase in IFPC Inc 2 competition

Key Points:

• The Army has selected Lockheed Martin and a Boeing-Anduril team to advance to the demonstration phase of the second Indirect Fire Protection Capability (IFPC) Increment 2 interceptor prototype program, excluding Rafael's US subsidiary from the competition.
• The IFPC Increment 2 program aims to bridge the gap between short-range air defense systems and longer-range systems like Patriot and THAAD, addressing threats such as lower flying, supersonic cruise missiles.
• Lockheed Martin received an OTA award for phase one in October 2025, followed by Boeing-Anduril's inclusion in December 2025 and Rafael's participation in February, with Lockheed and Boeing-Anduril now moving forward.
• Boeing's interceptor features advanced seeker technology, a compact design, a solid rocket motor from Anduril Rocket Motor Systems, and a Modular Open Systems Architecture, emphasizing affordability and reliability.
• The decision follows the Army's earlier award of the first IFPC Increment 2 interceptor contract to Dynetics and RTX in late 2024, with the current launcher Enduring Shield found to require a more capable second interceptor for enhanced threat coverage.