Grants and Contributions:
Title:
Development of an AI-enabled Nanuk UGV for defence applications
Agreement Number:
1039915
Agreement Value:
$200,000.00
Agreement Date:
Nov 3, 2025 - Mar 31, 2026
Description:
Building on a previous NRC IRAP-supported research study, Compusult plans to design and develop prototypes of advanced, AI-enabled, multi-function Uncrewed Ground Vehicles (UGVs) to support the Canadian Armed Forces’ (CAF) multi-domain Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR), communications, and sustainment needs in line with Land Capability Modernization (LCM) priorities. The Nanuk AI UGV is envisioned as a versatile force multiplier capable of transitioning between roles—such as ISR sensing and response, mobile communications relay, autonomous logistics and towing, and human–machine teaming—without the need for redesign. The project will also advance integration between the Nanuk platform and Compusult’s Web Enterprise Suite (WES) to enhance joint ISR capabilities.
Organization:
National Research Council Canada
Expected Results:
The expected results and outcomes of NRC Industrial Research Assistance Program is focused on growing small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) through innovation and wealth creation for Canada.
Location:
Mount Pearl, Newfoundland & Labrador, CA A1N 1W1
Reference Number:
172-2025-2026-Q4-1039915
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Business Number:
101080836
Recipient Type:
For-profit organization
Additional Information:
This agreement has been amended 1 time(s). The total amended value is 200,000 dollars.
Amendment Date
Mar 18, 2026
Recipient's Operating Name:
Compusult Limited
Recipient's Legal Name:
Compusult Limited
Federal Riding Name:
St. John's South--Mount Pearl
Federal Riding Number:
10007
Program:
Industrial Research Assistance Program
Program Purpose:
The purpose of Industrial Research Assistance Program Contributions to Firms is to provide support that assists small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to advance their innovation knowledge and ability to innovate, grow through innovation and stimulate wealth creation for Canada.
Coverage:
Industrial Research Assistance Program projects stimulate wealth creation for Canada through technological innovation and strengthen Canadian innovation ecosystem by creating new industrial capacity.
NAICS Code:
541514
Amendments: