Special Melted Products Ltd Secures Two Significant Multi-Year Contracts with Rolls-Royce Valued at an Estimated $240 Mn.

24th July 2026

Special Melted Products Ltd (SMP) is proud to announce the signing of two significant multi-year contracts with global engineering giant Rolls-Royce, during the Farnborough International Airshow, with a combined estimated value of $240 million.

The agreements represent a major milestone for SMP and further strengthen its long-standing strategic partnership with Rolls-Royce in the UK, reflecting the confidence placed in SMP’s expertise and manufacturing excellence.

The contract awards also demonstrate the commitment of both organisations to a partnership built on trust and with a shared vision to continue cooperation in working together to deliver exceptional performance, supporting future programme requirements.

“We are delighted to have secured these important long-term contracts with Rolls-Royce with production of all material and parts being manufactured here in the UK, showcasing Sheffield’s world class manufacturing capabilities whilst strengthening the UK’s sovereign capability, and creating economic value” said Andy Richardson, CEO at Special Melted Products Ltd.
“These agreements are a testament to the strength of our relationship and the dedication of our people who continue to deliver quality, reliability, and innovation. We greatly value our long-standing partnership with Rolls-Royce and look forward to continuing to build and strengthen our collaboration for many years to come.”

The contracts significantly enhance SMP’s strong platform for continued investment in its people, capabilities and manufacturing excellence. They also reinforce the company’s position as a trusted strategic supplier of high integrity speciality metals to the ever-increasing Aerospace & Defence sector.

Special Melted Products Ltd is a leading supplier of premium materials and specialist manufacturing solutions, serving customers across the Aerospace & Defence, Energy and Nuclear sectors. The company is committed to quality, innovation and building strategic partnerships that deliver exceptional value to customers worldwide.

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