British aerospace firm BAE Systems is producing a supersonic demonstrator to support the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP). The piloted aircraft prototype will be used to test a slew of new tec…
Global Combat Air Programme: Stealth fighter jet enabled by Additive Manufacturing?
The UK has signed an international treaty with Japan and Italy to develop a new stealth fighter jet, marking a key development in the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP), and will see the UK host the g…
Materialise appoints new CEO, new 3D Printing Jobs at 6K Additive, Renishaw, 3D Systems, AML3D, and more
Welcome to the latest edition of our 3D printing jobs and career moves update for the additive manufacturing sector. If you are looking for a new position in the industry, we keep our 3D Printing job …
Production of five million flight parts – a milestone achieved by JPB Système
Aeronautical locking mechanism manufacturer JPB Système has announced that it has produced five million independent flight parts since its inception over two decades ago. The milestone primarily consi…
Nikon wraps up €622M SLM Solutions takeover
Japanese optics and imaging multinational Nikon has completed its takeover of German metal 3D printer manufacturer SLM Solutions. Initially agreed last year, the deal has seen Nikon acquire a 100% sta…
Nikon invests in Optisys and Hybrid Manufacturing Technologies in new metal 3D printing drive
Japanese optics and imaging multinational Nikon has accelerated its recent 3D printing expansion by investing in two more additive manufacturing companies. Hot on the heels of Nikon’s SLM Soluti…
Nikon launches $622 million takeover bid for SLM Solutions
Japanese multinational Nikon, backed by SLM Solutions shareholders, has stepped up its interest in the 3D printing industry with a takeover bid for a major metal additive manufacturing enterprise. An …
SLM Solutions revenue hits new heights in Q2 2022 as 3D printer orders double
Metal 3D printer manufacturer SLM Solutions (AM3D) has published its Q2 2022 financials which reveal that its revenue rose to record levels during the quarter. The company generated €26.1 million in Q…
3D Printing Industry News Sliced: Velo3D, Xerox, Weta Workshop, MyMiniFactory and more
In this edition of Sliced, the 3D Printing Industry news digest, we cover the latest business developments, partnerships, and acquisitions in the additive manufacturing sector. Today’s edition feature…
VIDEO: Rolls-Royce Director Neil Mantle on additive manufacturing for aerospace at Farnborough Airshow 2022
How is Rolls-Royce using 3D printing? I visited the 2022 Farnborough International Airshow to learn more. Standing in front of the UltraFan, the world’s largest jet engine, Neil Mantle, Director…