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Area Development - Site Selection, Facility Planning and Workforce Development

Radian Forge Expands Portsmouth, Virginia, Manufacturing Operations

03/01/2026
Wire arc additive manufacturing startup Radian Forge plans to expand its manufacturing operations in Portsmouth, Virginia. The $10.5 million project is expected to create 53 jobs.

“Radian Forge’s decision to grow in Portsmouth reflects a clear mission alignment with the Commonwealth of Virginia,” said Radian Forge CEO Jeff Yeager. “The region’s shipbuilding heritage, technical workforce, and direct access to the fleet make it the right place to scale advanced manufacturing capabilities that matter to national defense. This investment strengthens the maritime industrial base, reduces supply-chain vulnerabilities, accelerates delivery of mission-critical components, and reinforces a community with deep roots in supporting the defense workforce.”

To support the project, Governor Spanberger approved a $265,000 grant from the Commonwealth’s Opportunity Fund. Funding and services to support the company’s employee training activities will be provided through the Virginia Jobs Investment Program.

“Radian Forge’s growth in Portsmouth underscores Virginia’s leading position in defense and maritime manufacturing,” noted Secretary of Commerce and Trade Carrie Chenery. “With the supportive network of the nation’s largest Navy base, a strong technical workforce, and a collaborative economic development ecosystem, Radian Forge is poised for success.”

The company is also eligible to receive benefits from The Port of Virginia Economic and Infrastructure Development Zone Grant Program.

“Radian Forge’s decision to establish operations in Portsmouth is another strong signal that Hampton Roads continues to attract innovative defense and maritime manufacturing companies,” added Hampton Roads Alliance President & CEO Doug Smith. “With a deep industrial base, a highly skilled workforce, and unmatched proximity to mission-critical naval and maritime assets, the region provides the right platform for next-generation defense capabilities to scale. The Hampton Roads Alliance was pleased to support this project and work alongside our local and state partners to help bring it to fruition.”

The Virginia Economic Development Partnership (VEDP) worked with the City of Portsmouth, the Hampton Roads Alliance, and The Port of Virginia to secure the project.

“The Port of Virginia welcomes Radian Forge to the City of Portsmouth and to the region’s maritime manufacturing and fabrication communities,” said Virginia Port Authority interim CEO and Executive Director Sarah J. McCoy. “The company is bringing jobs, investment and cutting-edge technology to an industry that plays an integral role in the region’s economy. This type of investment strengthens the Hampton Roads maritime economy.”

Radian Forge produces large-scale, precision-grade maritime components using a metal 3D-printing process that deposits welding wire layer by layer to create complex parts for defense and maritime applications.

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