Defence supply chain solutions
through additive manufacturing
Revolutionising Defence supply chains and production issues
with Additive Manufacturing
In a fast-evolving defence landscape, production and supply chain resilience are critical to maintaining operational readiness. Additive manufacturing (AM) offers transformative solutions to tackle these challenges head-on.
As the UK’s National Centre for Additive Manufacturing and the Manufacturing Centre of Expertise for UK Defence, we’re leading the way in empowering the defence industry to adopt innovative AM technologies that enhance supply chain efficiency, reduce lead times, and deliver cost-effective solutions. From producing obsolete or long-lead-time components to pioneering AM-specific designs, we’re helping the defence sector stay mission-ready.
Discover how AM can revolutionise your supply chain and keep your operations moving seamlessly.
How we can help
Part replacement
Part obselescence
AM part design
Rapid prototyping
Training
NCAM
MTC is proudly celebrating 10 years of being the
National Centre for Additive Manufacturing
We are proud to celebrate 10 years of the MTC as the National Centre for Additive Manufacturing, marking a decade of innovation, collaboration, and leadership in advancing additive manufacturing technologies. This milestone reflects the transformational projects we’ve delivered, the progress we’ve driven across sectors like aerospace, automotive, and defence, and the incredible opportunities unlocked through cutting-edge technology. It’s a moment to honour the dedication of our team and partners, as we continue shaping the future of AM and its impact on industry.
AM use cases
Improving Product Performance of a UAV Engine
Embedding Components in Polymer Parts
Ceramic AM Foundry Filters
A trusted partner
The National Centre for Additive Manufacturing & Manufacturing Centre of Expertise for UK Defence
Experts in the end-to-end process chain for complex & large-scale AM components
Access to the widest selection of end-to-end AM capabilities in the country including metal, polymer, and ceramic
Extensive academic, industrial, and governmental networks
Process and vendor agnostic, ensuring that customers receive truly independent advice
Industry-leading research and project experience in all key AM area
About MTC
Progress. What does that mean in your world? Where could your ambition take you? From the seismic shifts to the smallest steps forward. Make them happen with MTC.
Our expertise spans a broad range of sectors and customer types from SMEs through to large-scale organisations and OEMs. We work collaboratively with industry, government and innovators to support the UK’s journey to net zero, helping to accelerate hydrogen implementation and utilisation.
With industry-leading capabilities, cutting-edge facilities, teams of researchers and manufacturing engineers, and expertise in collaborative R&D projects, we provide a platform to develop and prove processes and technologies in a low-risk environment.
