Chennai: Agnikul Cosmos has commissioned India’s first additive manufacturing hub dedicated to rocket and aerospace systems, marking a step forward in the country’s private space sector. The Chennai-based startup has introduced one-metre 3D printing capacity that allows production of large rocket components in-house.
The facility integrates design, simulation, printing, post-processing, and finishing under one roof. According to the company, this setup reduces dependence on external supply chains and shortens development timelines by enabling flight-ready hardware to be built within days. Industry analysts note that additive manufacturing is becoming increasingly important in global space programs as it lowers costs, increases precision, and helps manage production bottlenecks.
The hub’s one-metre capability is being highlighted as a first in India, allowing Agnikul to manufacture complex rocket parts that were earlier difficult to source or fabricate locally. This development comes as the Indian private space-tech ecosystem continues to expand, with startups playing a larger role alongside ISRO in building satellite launch and support systems.
Srinath Ravichandran, Co-Founder and CEO of Agnikul, said the company’s focus has been on creating in-house capacity to improve speed and reliability in rocket production. By building its own proprietary machines, Agnikul aims to bring down the overall cost of manufacturing space hardware, a factor that could make satellite launches more competitive.
The new facility aligns with India’s broader push for self-reliance in space technology while also positioning private players to offer cost-efficient solutions to international customers. With growing global demand for small satellite launches, the establishment of such manufacturing hubs is seen as a critical enabler of India’s participation in the next phase of the space economy.
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