3D Systems’ Saudi JV Secures Military Manufacturing License
Event summary
- 3D Systems’ Saudi joint venture NAMI received a Military Manufacturing License from GAMI on July 29, 2026.
- The license allows NAMI to produce regulated military hardware in Saudi Arabia, supporting Vision 2030’s defense localization goals.
- NAMI is a JV between 3D Systems, Dussur, and Saudi Energy, focusing on additive manufacturing for aerospace, oil & gas, and energy sectors.
- Saudi Arabia’s additive manufacturing market is valued at $300M today and projected to reach nearly $2B by 2034.
The big picture
This license positions NAMI as one of few Saudi companies authorized for military manufacturing, aligning with Vision 2030’s push to reduce foreign defense dependency. The move also underscores growing demand for localized, on-demand production in critical infrastructure sectors. With the additive manufacturing market in Saudi Arabia poised for exponential growth, this approval could accelerate 3D Systems’ role in the region’s industrial transformation.
What we're watching
- Localization Progress
- How quickly NAMI can scale production to meet Saudi Arabia’s 50% military spending localization target by 2030.
- Market Expansion
- Whether the $2B additive manufacturing market projection will materialize as Vision 2030 priorities drive demand.
- Strategic Partnerships
- The pace at which NAMI secures additional defense OEM collaborations under the new license.
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