Global Scans · 3D Printing · Weekly Summary

• [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
• [New] 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
• [New] 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
• [New] 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
• Over 50% of manufactured goods will involve 3D printing in their production process. Futurist Speaker on AI Leadership, Future of Work, Futu
• The 2030s will witness additive manufacturing's transition from specialized applications to mainstream industrial production. Futurist Speaker on AI Leadership, Future of Work, Futu
• Through the magic of Silicon Valley, America will lead in the industries of the future: blockchain, humanoid robots, quantum, synthetic biology, 3D printing, and of course AI. Information Technology and Innovation Foundation | ITIF
• The milestone that will drive the healthcare industry forward is the approval of additive manufacturing as an appropriate fabrication method for prosthetic devices in the US. 3D ADEPT MEDIA
• NASA, the ESA, and other space agencies are exploring opportunities in 3D printing for constructing habitats on Mars and the moon. BCC Research LLC
• Using lunar or Martian regolith, 3D printing could enable sustainable habitat construction for future space missions, reducing the need to transport building materials from Earth. BCC Research LLC
• At Formnext 2025, Interspectral will launch a range of new purpose-built products designed to deliver intelligent, scalable, and optimized solutions for every stage of the metal additive manufacturing workflow. 3D Printing Industry

Last updated: 04 January 2026