Metal 3D Printing Market Report 2026

The metal 3d printing market size has grown exponentially in recent years. It will grow from $11.71 billion in 2025 to $14.76 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 26%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to need for complex part manufacturing, aerospace lightweighting demand, prototyping acceleration, reduction of material waste, advancement in additive manufacturing systems.

The metal 3d printing market size is expected to see exponential growth in the next few years. It will grow to $36.94 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 25.8%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to mass customization demand, expansion of metal additive manufacturing in automotive, supply chain localization, growth of digital manufacturing, adoption of hybrid manufacturing systems. Major trends in the forecast period include adoption of powder bed fusion technologies, growth of lightweight metal component production, expansion of on demand manufacturing services, integration of simulation and design software, rising use in functional end use parts.

The growing demand from the aerospace industry is expected to drive the expansion of the metal 3D printing market, supported by the need for lightweight, high-performance components. The aerospace industry, which designs, develops, manufactures, and maintains aircraft, spacecraft, and related systems for commercial, military, and space applications, is increasingly seeking advanced aircraft with greater efficiency, safety, and performance. Metal 3D printing addresses these needs by enabling the production of complex, lightweight, and high-strength components that are difficult to achieve with traditional methods. It also minimizes material waste and accelerates production cycles, enhancing efficiency, performance, and cost-effectiveness in aerospace manufacturing. For example, according to the International Trade Administration (August 2025), the revenue of the German aerospace industry reached EUR 52 billion (\$56.3 billion) in 2024, representing a 13% increase compared to 2023. This strong industry growth highlights how rising aerospace demand is fueling the expansion of the metal 3D printing market.

Major companies in the metal 3D printing market are advancing production capabilities by developing multi-laser large-format systems designed to achieve high-speed, high-precision manufacturing of large metal parts. These systems employ multiple lasers working simultaneously, enabling faster build times and greater accuracy compared to traditional single-laser machines. For example, in March 2025, Farsoon Technologies Co. Ltd., a China-based machine industry company, introduced the 32-laser FS1521M-U, representing a major breakthrough in large-format metal 3D printing. This system features up to 32 powerful 500 W fiber lasers and an expansive 3,862-liter build volume, making it suitable for industrial-scale, rapid production of large components. With advanced multi-laser algorithms, flexible cartridge configurations, and an efficient powder handling system, the FS1521M-U delivers exceptional productivity, quality, and operational efficiency, addressing the needs of demanding sectors such as aerospace and energy.

In April 2025, Nano Dimension Ltd., an Israel-based machinery company, acquired Desktop Metal Inc. for \$179.3 million, strengthening its position in the global additive manufacturing market. Through this acquisition, Nano Dimension seeks to establish itself as a leader in advanced 3D printing by integrating cutting-edge systems, software, and materials to deliver high-performance solutions across electronics, mechanical, and medical industries. Desktop Metal Inc., based in the U.S., is a manufacturing company specializing in metal 3D printing technologies.

Major companies operating in the metal 3d printing market are Trumpf GmbH + Co. KG, Carpenter Technology Corporation, Renishaw plc, 3D Systems Corporation, EOS GmbH, Markforged Holding Corporation, SLM Solutions Group AG, Velo3D Inc., ExOne Company, AddUp SAS, Optomec Inc., Additive Industries B.V., SPEE3D Pty Ltd, XJet Ltd., Meltio Technologies SL, GE Additive, FormAlloy Technologies Inc., Xact Metal Inc., Aurora Labs Limited, BeAM Machines SAS.

North America was the largest region in the metal 3D printing market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the metal 3d printing market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the metal 3d printing market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The metal 3D printing market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing services such as design for additive manufacturing, custom tooling and fixtures, reverse engineering, post-processing services, and simulation and process optimization. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The metal 3D printing market also includes sales of metal powders, slicing software for metal printing, powder handling and recycling systems, and post-processing machines. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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