Forterra
Develops AutoDrive autonomy kits and the ROGUE uncrewed vehicle for military ground vehicles, evolved from Robotic Research founded in 2002.
Project Origin robotic combat vehicle at Hohenfels, Germany. Photo: U.S. Army photo by Spc. Christian Carrillo, Public domain (PD-USGov-Military-Army).
Funding history
| Date | Round | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 2025 | Series C | $238M |
Why it matters
First Marine Corps ground autonomy production contract for ROGUE Fires; $114M Army prime contract for autonomous breaching; teammate on the Army Project Sustainment award (Jul 2026).
Is Forterra publicly traded?
Forterra is privately held as of November 14, 2026: there is no ticker and no announced IPO. Shares are not available on public exchanges.
Information only, not investment advice.
Some figures rest on a single report. Treat them as indicative.Last verified November 14, 2026
Forterra: key questions
What does Forterra do?
Develops AutoDrive autonomy kits and the ROGUE uncrewed vehicle for military ground vehicles, evolved from Robotic Research founded in 2002.
What does Forterra make?
Products named by Forterra include AutoDrive and ROGUE.
Where is Forterra based?
Forterra is headquartered in Clarksburg, Maryland. It was founded in 2002.
What is Forterra's valuation?
Forterra was valued at ~$1B as of Nov 2025, after a $238M Series C (Nov 2025).
How much funding has Forterra raised?
Total funding is ~$600M, based on announced and reported rounds. Latest round: Series C, $238M, Nov 2025.
Who are Forterra's investors?
Notable investors include Moore Strategic Ventures, Salesforce Ventures, Franklin Templeton, XYZ Venture Capital, Hedosophia, Crescent Cove.
Is Forterra publicly traded?
Forterra is privately held as of November 14, 2026: there is no ticker and no announced IPO. Shares are not available on public exchanges.
Can you buy Forterra stock?
Not on a public exchange: Forterra is a private company. Shares of private companies change hands only in private transactions open to accredited investors, when the company allows it. This is not investment advice.
Sources
- therobotreport.com/forterra-raises-238m-scale-ai-platforms-defense-applications/
- cbinsights.com/company/robotic-research/financials
- thedefensepost.com/2026/07/27/us-army-autonomous-platforms/
Figures come from company announcements, government sources and press reports. Spot an error? Send a correction. Nothing here is investment advice.
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