[New] By 2026, more companies will rely on distributed 3D printing networks, where digital designs are shared globally and produced locally instead of being shipped from large overseas factories.
OmniFab
[New] Chemists at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev have developed a breakthrough smart polymer that could revolutionize industrial manufacturing, 3D printing, and repair processes.
Tel Aviv Diary
[New] Predictive Analysis: Fedorov's Defense Ministry will likely prioritize AI-enabled autonomous targeting and swarm coordination to offset manpower constraints, with Brave1 serving as an in-house DARPA for rapid prototyping.
Drone Warfare
[New] The military uses 3D printing in conjunction with its global supply chain to be prepared for uncertainties and disruptions.
RAPID + TCT
[New] Autodesk will provide access to its industry-grade design software and co-develop training content that emphasises hands-on learning, project-based modules, and exposure to emerging technologies such as digital prototyping, CAD, and AI-enhanced design systems.
Guidely
[New] Yes, by 2025, 3D printing is expected to be more widely adopted for mass production, particularly in industries like consumer goods, automotive, and healthcare, where customization and reduced lead times are essential.
SE Software Technologies
[New] 3D printing is a $20+ billion industry projected to grow over 24% annually through 2030.Triangle IP
[New] Between 2026 and 2030 the masterbatch sector will keep growing steadily in volume, but the fastest commercial opportunities will be in sustainable & recycled-compatible masterbatches and functional / additive products.MASCOM GLOBAL - Manufacturer Of Masterbatch In Vietnam
Widespread Adoption in Mass Production: While 3D printing is currently used primarily for prototyping or low-volume production, by 2025, it will be increasingly adopted for mass production of consumer goods, industrial parts, and even entire buildings.
SE Software Technologies
In the coming years, additive manufacturing will continue to change how we create, customize, and purchase consumer goods, making production more efficient and personalized.
SE Software Technologies
The impact of 3D printing is already being felt across many sectors, but by 2025, it's expected to be even more disruptive.
SE Software Technologies
Over the next decade, 3D printing and additive manufacturing will evolve from a complementary technology to a core manufacturing capability that fundamentally reshapes global supply chains, product design philosophies, and business models.
Futurist Speaker on AI Leadership, Future of Work, Futu
At the more speculative end, a spider-like construction robot demonstrated how autonomous 3D printing could one day build structures on Earth or assemble habitats on the Moon.
Foresight
By 2025, the aerospace and automotive sectors are expected to see an increase in the use of 3D printing for both production and prototyping.
SE Software Technologies
By 2025, 3D printing and additive manufacturing will likely be fully integrated into mainstream production processes.
SE Software Technologies
3D printing of living tissues with the potential for creating transplantable organs that could eventually solve the global organ shortage crisis and offer better outcomes for transplant recipients.
American Hospital Association | AHA News
Last updated: 11 January 2026
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