This project is providing New Zealand Defence Force’s (NZDF's) land forces with systems, technology and infrastructure, including the basic network architecture on which the future Network Enabled Army (NEA) Programme will be built.
The NEA Programme’s Command, Control, Communications and Computer (C4) capabilities will deliver a suite of equipment and services that enable the Army to pass and receive data digitally, as well as improving communication and situational awareness. This is through a combination of hardware (servers, routers and long distance communications links) and software (principally, the Sitaware Battle Management System).
The three C4 Projects are:
- The Common Command Post Operating Environment (CCPOE) is delivering physical modular command post and information technology systems. A full, supportable CCPOE capability has been delivered, and Operational Testing and Evaluation has commenced in 2024.
- The Common Universal Bearer Systems supports tactical and strategic communications and has been undergoing testing and training delivery.
- The Mobile Tactical Communication Systems has been delivering network-capable combat radios, a Battle Management System, and a range of software.
Harris Defence Australia was contracted in December 2018 to supply a mobile tactical command system, including network design and delivery, along with software, systems and connecting radio equipment.
Government approvals
Government approvals
April 2013: Capital and operating funding for tranche one up to 2017/18 is approved to deliver modern communications to the land force units most often deployed by the Government – Special Operations Forces and a land force commitment, including infantry, a task group headquarters and communication personnel of around 200 personnel.