Additive business update: 3D Systems, Materialise, Stratasys, and more

Key Takeaways

• 3D Systems reported a 12% decrease in total revenue for 2025, with healthcare revenue down 5% and industrial solutions revenue down 17%
• Materialise and Siemens have formed the Additive Manufacturing Alliance to promote the adoption of 3D printing
• Stratasys has not been mentioned in the latest updates, but is expected to make announcements at RAPID + TCT 2026
• The Additive Manufacturing Alliance aims to advance the technology and adoption of 3D printing through partnerships and industry initiatives

Recent Developments in Additive Manufacturing

The additive manufacturing (AM) industry is expecting significant announcements from major players in the coming weeks, with RAPID + TCT 2026 just around the corner. In the meantime, several recent developments have been made on the business side of the industry.

3D Systems Financial Results and New CFO

3D Systems has announced its financial results for 2025, reporting a 12% decrease in total revenue, with healthcare revenue down 5% and industrial solutions revenue down 17%. However, adjusting for the sale of Geomagic, the company's revenue figures improve significantly, with total revenue and industrial solutions revenue down only 7% and 9%, respectively. The company's president and CEO, Jeffrey Graves, highlighted the growth opportunities in the med tech, dental, and aerospace and defense markets, which have been a focus for new product development. Phyllis Nordstrom, who was interim Chief Financial Officer at the time, has been confirmed as the permanent CFO and will continue to oversee global human resources, risk and compliance, and information technology and cybersecurity.

Materialise and Siemens Additive Manufacturing Alliance

Materialise and Siemens have formed the Additive Manufacturing Alliance, aiming to promote the adoption of 3D printing through partnerships and industry initiatives. The alliance is an extension of existing initiatives, such as the AM I Navigator and the Leading Minds Consortium, and aims to advance the technology and adoption of 3D printing.

Comparison of Additive Manufacturing Companies

Bottom Line

The additive manufacturing industry is expected to see significant developments in the coming weeks, with RAPID + TCT 2026 just around the corner. 3D Systems has reported a decrease in revenue, but is focusing on growth opportunities in key markets. Materialise and Siemens have formed the Additive Manufacturing Alliance to promote the adoption of 3D printing, and Stratasys is expected to make announcements at the upcoming conference. With a growing focus on partnerships and industry initiatives, the additive manufacturing industry is poised for significant growth and advancement in the coming years.