Advanced manufacturing capability from the home base to the operational theatre.
Rapid Fusion is a Sovereign UK SME advancing large-format additive manufacturing, hybrid manufacturing, novel materials and intelligent software, helping defence and security organisations manufacture critical components closer to the point of need.
The Future of Defence Manufacturing Is Distributed
Traditional supply chains are vulnerable to disruption, long lead times, and logistical constraints. We're building a different model:
containerised manufacturing using existing logistics infrastructure
production spread across a theatre, not one central hub
operations continue even if individual sites or supply routes are compromised
Manufacture at the point of need. Decentralise production. Shorten the logistics tail.
From Home Base to Operational Theatre
One ecosystem, working across every location; Sovereign bases, established facilities, and forward operational environments.
Our work with the University of Exeter (R&D) and University of Plymouth (hydrodynamic testing for marine and uncrewed platforms) feeds directly into how we design and validate for demanding conditions.
One technology ecosystem. Multiple locations. Manufacturing at the point of need.
Command & Control: Connecting the Manufacturing Network
The future of distributed manufacturing isn't just the machines; it's connecting them. Our C2 vision is the digital layer for enterprise-level distributed manufacturing:
The future of defence manufacturing is not one factory. It's a network.
Built for the Mission
Cerberus
A UK-developed, containerised tactical manufacturing system. Combines large-format additive manufacturing, precision filament extrusion, and CNC machining in a single deployable unit, operational within 25 minutes of arrival.
Bob
AI-assisted manufacturing intelligence that makes advanced systems easier to operate and maintain. Runs fully offline/air-gapped as well as cloud-connected, for military and IP-sensitive applications.
Mission-Specific Manufacturing
From individual components to larger-scale structures, large-format additive manufacturing removes the wait for traditional tooling and moulds, supporting rapid iteration and customisation, at the speed of relevance.
Print Services: Need Capability Now?
No need to deploy your own infrastructure to access Rapid Fusion's expertise.
• Industrial tooling and moulds
• Rapid prototyping
• Production-ready components
Or Bring the Capability In-House
Prefer to own it? Apollo, Zeus, Medusa and Cerberus are all available to procure and operate under your own control; commissioning, training and ongoing support included. Many programmes prove a component through Print Services first, then bring it in-house once the requirement is confirmed.
Building a More Resilient Defence Supply Chain
Sovereign technology. Distributed production. Intelligent control.
From the factory to the frontline, manufacturing closer to where it matters.
