Sculpteo joins the 3D Prod group to form the new European powerhouse in 3D printing

3D Prod has announced the acquisition of Sculpteo. This merger unites two complementary areas of expertise: industrial 3D printing in the Vosges and Île-de-France regions in France, creating a European leading player capable of supporting manufacturers from prototype to large scale production.

This acquisition marks the return of Sculpteo to French ownership after its acquisition by BASF New Business in 2019. This acquisition occurs in the context of a global 3D printing market valued at $24 billion in 2025, which is expected to double within five years.

The nw group will see some 1,250,000 parts produced annually, with more than 7000 corporate clients, from SMEs to large corporations across automotive, aerospace, healthcare, design, and industry.

3D Prod brings its industrial production capacity, finishing expertise, wide range of technologies including plastic injection moulding, and European roots. Sculpteo contributes its proven digital platform, technical design expertise, and ability to serve an international customer base. This highly complementary combination will allow the two companies to more effectively serve customers ranging from start ups to large corporations, with a broad range of additive manufacturing technologies, including one of the world's largest fleets of HP MJF 3D printers. Together, they cover the entire value chain: rapid prototyping, one off manufacturing, and industrial scale production.

Alexandre d’Orsetti, CEO of Sculpteo, said: ‘Combining the offerings of both companies will give customers access to a broader portfolio of materials and services, delivering an even more comprehensive industrial 3D printing solution.’

The group's strategy is structured in two distinct phases. Initially, the objective is to optimise commercial synergies and production by leveraging the complementary strengths of the two entities, from prototyping capabilities to the launch of industrial series. The group, which generates combined revenue of €17 million, is targeting €20 million by 2027 while continuing its expansion in Europe and North America.

Starting in 2027, a second phase of investment and production ramp up will take place: upgrading equipment in the Vosges and Île-de-France regions, recruiting new talent, and accelerating series production, in line with anticipated market growth of over 10% per year.

Quentin Kiener, president of 3D Prod, added: ‘With this merger, we are giving ourselves the means to support the expansion of this sector by offering a complete range of services, from prototypes to large scale production, to support French, European, and American manufacturers at every stage of their development.’