FARGO, N.D. (June 9, 2026) — Packet Digital has successfully achieved Level 2 Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC), marking a significant milestone in our commitment to security and operational excellence. Certification is the mandatory standard for U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) contractors handling controlled unclassified information.
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Packet Digital in the News
North Dakota APEX Accelerator features Packet Digital
“The North Dakota APEX Accelerator collaborates with Packet Digital, assisting with complex contracting requirements and regulatory changes.”
N.D. Rep. Greg Stemen interviews CEO Terri Zimmerman
“Packet Digital CEO Terri Zimmerman joins North Dakota Rep. Greg Stemen on ‘The Steve Hallstrom Show’ at The Flag WZFG on April 20 to discuss battery cell manufacturing.”
Bakken wastewater could mean less dependency for lithium
“Packet Digital has been working on standing up an “ally supply chain” to provide lithium from allied countries, including a supply chain within North Dakota.”
The Bridge interview with Packet Digital CEO Terri Zimmerman
“Zimmerman shares insights on leadership, innovation and building mission-critical power solutions in North Dakota with The Bridge — a FMWF Chamber of Commerce publication.”
News Releases
Packet Digital Awarded $9.8 million U.S. Navy Contract to Scale Battery Cell Production
FARGO, N.D. (May 5, 2026) — Packet Digital, and its subsidiary Badland Batteries, a U.S.-based leader in advanced lithium-ion battery technology for drones, unmanned aerial systems (UAS) and other defense applications, announced today that it has been awarded $9.8 million as it moves to Phase 3 of its U.S. Navy contract under the Logistics UAS Family of Advanced Batteries program.
VIDEO: Packet Digital assembles thousands of PCBs for 701x
FARGO, N.D. (April 22, 2026) — Packet Digital recently completed an order of 10,000 printed circuit boards for 701x — a Fargo based agriculture technology company that develops GPS-enabled smart ear tags for cattle herd management. The PCBs were assembled using Packet Digital’s expanded surface mount technology line.
Packet Digital awarded $27 million Phase III SBIR contract to bolster domestic battery manufacturing
FARGO, N.D. (April 8, 2026) — Packet Digital, a leading unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and autonomous battery cell and pack manufacturer, announced that it has been awarded a $27 million contract by the Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division to scale domestic manufacturing of battery cells.
Packet Digital and 701x complete massive PCBA production order
FARGO, N.D. (March 31, 2026) — Packet Digital recently completed an order of 10,000 printed circuit boards for 701x — a Fargo based agriculture technology company that develops GPS-enabled smart ear tags for cattle herd management. The PCBs were assembled using Packet Digital’s expanded surface mount technology line.
Packet Digital secures up to $50M APFIT award to deliver U.S.-made battery cells for UAS systems
FARGO, N.D. (November 26, 2025) — Packet Digital is set to receive an award of up to $50 million through the Department of Defense APFIT program to expand domestic battery manufacturing for unmanned systems in support of U.S. Navy, Army, Air Force and Special Operations Command Forces.
Packet Digital Signs Strategic MOU with LibertyStream
FARGO, N.D. (November 24, 2025) — Packet Digital has taken another decisive step toward reshoring America’s battery supply chain. The company has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with LibertyStream, in partnership with Wellspring Hydro, to collaborate on lithium carbonate sourcing for its upcoming battery cell manufacturing facility in Fargo, North Dakota.
Badland Batteries 12S and 6S battery packs available now
FARGO, N.D. (October 13, 2025) — Badland Batteries is launching its commercial UAS batteries, offering 12S and 6S options for purchase on Oct. 13. Badland Batteries, a subsidiary of Packet Digital, will be manufacturing and shipping the batteries from its Fargo, N.D. location. In an industry overly reliant on Asia to deliver battery solutions for UAS, Badland Batteries is shifting the narrative by producing a top-of-the-line battery designed, manufactured and tested in the United States.