Freemelt AB has received an order from a customer in the Swedish defence sector for its Freemelt ONE Additive Manufacturing machine. The system will be used for advanced materials research related to defence applications. Delivery is scheduled for the second quarter of 2025.
The unnamed customer is involved in research across several defence areas, aiming to improve national security and operational readiness. As the global defence landscape changes, there is growing pressure on defence organizations to boost production, modernize systems, and become less dependent on outside suppliers for critical components.
Modern warfare now demands new materials with better performance. This shift is increasing interest in technologies like Additive Manufacturing (AM), also known as 3D printing, which allows faster development and production of advanced parts.
“This geopolitical shift is creating a strong need for new materials, technologies, and advanced manufacturing methods to support Europe’s defence modernization,” said Daniel Gidlund, CEO of Freemelt. “Additive Manufacturing can be a key part of this change, and we’re seeing more interest from the defence sector in our technology.”
Freemelt’s latest order highlights the growing role of 3D printing in high-tech defence research and strengthens the company’s presence in the industry.
