Attenborough Medical

What Attenborough Medical does

Attenborough Medical is a UK-based bespoke patient-specific medical implant manufacturer operating as a subsidiary of Attenborough Dental (established 1913, Europe's largest dental laboratory group). The company designs and manufactures custom cranial, maxillofacial, orthopaedic, and spinal implants for human patients, alongside veterinary implants for canine and equine cases. Its core technology integrates patient-specific 3D medical imaging (CT and CBCT scan processing), AI-driven in-silico design optimization and lifetime validation, and a digital manufacturing workflow using both additive (3D printing) and subtractive (multi-axis milling and grinding) techniques with biocompatible materials including PEEK, titanium variants (CP Ti, Ti64), Airconia, and hydroxyapatite.

The company operates a project-based B2B go-to-market, engaging surgeons and treating physicians directly through an online collaborative design platform (Share Screens) that enables iterative design validation, pre-surgical planning, and rehearsal. Each implant is individually designed and manufactured per patient, with quote-based pricing determined by complexity, materials, and delivery timeframes. Distribution is direct-to-hospital/clinic, with next-day courier shipment of implants and accompanying anatomical models. Marketing relies on case studies, the Queen's Award for Innovation (2018), earned media through Channel 4's The Supervet, and professional referral networks rather than broad consumer advertising.

Attenborough holds ISO 13485:2016, ISO 9001:2015, DAMAS, IIP, and MHRA registrations. Customer segments span human maxillofacial and orthopaedic surgeons (primary), veterinary surgeons (canine and equine), and academic and sports science institutions including Great Britain Olympic programmes. The company is headquartered in Nottingham, UK, with Ed Attenborough serving as CEO of the Attenborough group. No external institutional investment is disclosed.

Name

Attenborough Medical

Legal name

Attenborough Medical

Website

https://bespokeimplants.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2018

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Attenborough Medical is a UK-based subsidiary of Attenborough Dental that designs and manufactures patient-specific 3D-printed cranial, maxillofacial, orthopaedic, spinal, and veterinary implants using AI in-silico validation, serving surgeons, veterinary clinicians, and sports science institutions.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Nottingham

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Custom Patient-Specific Implant Manufacturing: Project-based custom implant design and manufacturing services for surgeons. Each implant is individually designed and manufactured based on patient CT scan data, with full project management from scan upload through design validation to manufacturing and delivery.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Attenborough Medical designs and manufactures patient-specific (bespoke) surgical implants for human and veterinary use, including cranial, maxillofacial, orthopaedic, and spinal implants. The company combines 3D medical imaging from CT/CBCT scans with patented AI in-silico validation, additive manufacturing (3D printing) and subtractive manufacturing to produce custom bio-compatible implants for surgeons across the UK.

Product overview

Attenborough Medical offers a comprehensive suite of bespoke patient-specific medical implants and related services. The core portfolio includes cranial, maxillofacial, orthopaedic, and spinal implants for humans, as well as veterinary implants for canines and equines. The company operates an integrated digital manufacturing workflow combining Simulation and Design Services with Custom Manufacturing Services. The Simulation and Design Service processes CT/CBCT scans to create 3D anatomical models and patient-specific implant designs using patented AI in-silico validation. The Custom Manufacturing Service produces implants using biocompatible materials (PEEK, Titanium, Titanium Mesh) through additive and subtractive manufacturing techniques. Additionally, Sports Science Services apply 3D technology for athlete injury detection and prevention. All products are manufactured to individual patient anatomy with full documentation and quality compliance.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Patient-Specific Cranial Implants
• Maxillofacial Implants (Malar, Orbital, Jaw, TMJ, Head, Mandibular, Sub-periosteal)
• Orthopaedic Implants (Elbow, Knee, Spinal)
• Veterinary Implants (Canine & Equine)
• Extra Aural Devices
• Intra and Extra Ocular Devices
• Artificial Heart Valves
• Simulation and Design Service
• Custom Manufacturing Service
• Sports Science Services

Quantifiable outcome

• Implants designed and manufactured individually for each patient with precision fit requiring no adjustment during surgery
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability4 records

Feature5 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Great Britain OlympiansminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration with Great Britain Olympic athletes to conduct movement scanning and detect potential stress points in joints and muscles. Uses proprietary simulation technology to help prevent injuries and improve athlete performance and post-career comfort.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Stryker: Global medical device giant with 3D-printed implant offerings across orthopaedic, spinal, and craniomaxillofacial categories (e.g., Tritanium, TruMatch). Competes in same implant categories as Attenborough but as a broad incumbent with vastly larger scale.
• 3D Systems (Healthcare): US-based 3D printing technology provider with significant healthcare offerings including patient-specific surgical planning, anatomical models, and customised implants through its healthcare solutions division. Comparable in custom implant manufacturing technology and workflow.

Direct peers

• Renishaw: UK-based engineering company with a healthcare division producing 3D-printed patient-specific cranial and maxillofacial implants using additive manufacturing. Comparable in geographic base, technology stack, and patient-specific implant focus.
• Materialise: Belgium-based pioneer in 3D printing for medical applications including patient-specific surgical guides, implants, and cranio-maxillofacial planning software. Direct competitor in patient-specific implant manufacturing and surgical planning digital workflows.
• Lima Corporate: Italian orthopaedic device manufacturer offering 3D-printed patient-specific implants and customised prosthesis solutions for shoulder, hip, knee, and extremities. Comparable in personalised orthopaedic implant focus and European base.
• Onkos Surgical: US-based company focused on patient-specific surgical solutions for musculoskeletal oncology and complex orthopaedic procedures. Comparable in personalized implant approach and complex surgical case focus.
• ConforMIS: US-based medical device company specializing in patient-specific orthopaedic implants, particularly customized knee replacements using 3D printing. Direct comparable for personalized orthopaedic implant manufacturing approach.
• Adler Ortho: Italian bespoke orthopaedic implant manufacturer using additive manufacturing for custom hip, knee, and trauma prostheses. Comparable in patient-specific implant design and European orthopaedic specialty.
• 4WEB Medical: US-based manufacturer of 3D-printed orthopaedic implants including spinal, trauma, and patient-specific solutions using proprietary truss implant technology. Comparable as additive-manufacturing orthopaedic implant maker.
• Emerging Implant Technologies (EIT): German manufacturer of 3D-printed titanium spinal implants (acquired by Johnson & Johnson / DePuy Synthes). Direct comparable as a focused additive-manufacturing implant player targeting spine and orthopaedic applications.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance6 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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