Filtronic opens new HQ and manufacturing site
Filtronic, an expert in RF and mmWave technology, is moving to a larger, state-of-the-art facility in County Durham, UK.
The new custom-built facility will double the company’s manufacturing footprint in the UK, significantly expanding its capabilities and capacity. It will also enhance its cleanroom areas, engineering laboratories, and testing facilities, positioning Filtronic for continued growth and innovation.
This latest investment by Filtronic is part of a series of moves aimed at expanding capability and capacity in the UK. These efforts are designed to solidify Filtronic’s position as a leading global designer and manufacturer of mmWave technologies.
Filtronic has recently launched a range of high-profile, innovative products designed space and defence. Other recent investments by Filtronic include the introduction of cutting-edge plastic encapsulation technology, enhancing their hybrid manufacturing capabilities for fully moulded plastic packaging of RF components. Additionally, the company has expanded its production lines and been actively recruiting engineering and operational roles to fulfil its expanding order book and opportunity pipeline.
In April 2024, Filtronic entered into a strategic partnership and commercial agreement with SpaceX, which includes the ongoing supply of E-band solid-state power amplifiers (SSPAs), alongside collaborative efforts in developing and delivering comparable products across multiple frequency bands core to SpaceX’s Starlink platform.
“The increased production space and enhanced testing facilities in our new building will enable us to continue developing next-generation products and push performance boundaries even further,” commented Nat Edington, CEO at Filtronic.
Filtronic will relocate to its new site in early 2025.
