Rheinmetall has confirmed Telford in Shropshire, England, as the home of its new large caliber barrel production facility, re-establishing sovereign defense manufacturing in the UK, and delivering on its strategic partnership with the Ministry of Defense (MoD), under the Trinity House Agreement.
This investment positions Rheinmetall at the heart of Britain’s defense, supporting both the modernization of the British Army and the UK’s role in strengthening NATO’s collective readiness. With production set to begin by 2027, the UK will once again join the ranks of nations capable of manufacturing large-caliber barrels.
Rheinmetall has placed orders for key long-lead manufacturing equipment, ensuring progress and commitment to delivering this capability on time.
The new facility will use British steel and advanced manufacturing to deliver barrel systems for both UK and allied platforms. With plans to inject over £400 million ($534.5 million USD) into the UK economy over the next decade and create more than 400 jobs - directly and indirectly via supply chain - this will potentially boost local industry.
As the British Army pushes to triple its warfighting power by 2030, Rheinmetall’s new gun hall will provide the systems required to meet that vision. From enhanced firepower to sovereign supply chain security, this facility will directly support the Army’s future force structure and readiness for modern conflict.
Rheinmetall’s priorities for 2025 and beyond include scaling up Boxer production, advancing Challenger 3 trials, and operationalizing the new gun hall.
