Europe 3D Printing Market Report and Forecast 2024-2032

Europe 3D Printing Market Outlook

The Europe 3D printing market size was valued at USD 5.32 billion in 2023. The market is further projected to grow at a CAGR of 17.2% between 2024 and 2032, reaching a value of USD 22.19 billion by 2032.

Key Takeaways

• The Europe 3D printing market growth is driven by various factors, including the increasing demand for customisation and intricate designs, reduced material wastage, cost savings, and rapid iteration and prototyping capabilities.

• As per industry reports, technology has also made a significant impact on the medical field, enabling surgeons to practice complex procedures and researchers to explore the potential for 3D bioprinting.

• Europe has emerged as a frontrunner in the global 3D printing revolution, with patent applications in this technology growing at an average rate of 26.3% per year from 2013 to 2020. This growth rate is eight times higher than the average across all technology sectors during the same period.

• The 3D printing market’s health and medical sector accounts for nearly 20% of all patents between 2001 and 2020, emphasising its value in creating patient-specific implants and anatomical models.

The market is driven by the increasing adoption of additive manufacturing in industries such as automotive, aerospace, and healthcare, with a growing demand for recyclable and biodegradable 3D printing plastics. Companies like BMW and Airbus are leveraging 3D printing for rapid prototyping, customised parts production, and lightweight component manufacturing. The increasing adoption of 3D printing in home printing is also opening significant opportunities for Europe 3D printing market development.

The adoption of 3D printing in construction is gaining momentum in Europe due to its potential for sustainable practices. Companies like COBOD and ICON are pioneering large-scale 3D printing of buildings, reducing material waste and construction time while offering innovative architectural designs.

Governments in Europe are investing heavily in 3D printing technology to drive innovation and competitiveness. For example, the European Union's Horizon 2020 program has funded numerous projects focusing on additive manufacturing, while tech giants like Siemens and HP are expanding their 3D printing capabilities in the region.

Stereolithography technology has the dominating the Europe 3D printing market share, offering high precision and surface finish. Formlabs Form 3 - A popular SLA 3D printer known for its high-quality prints and reliability. Fused Deposition Modelling is a popular 3D printing technology known for its affordability and ease of use. Ultimaker S5 - An FDM 3D printer widely used for rapid prototyping and functional parts production.

Selective Laser Sintering is a technology that uses a laser to sinter powdered material into a solid structure. EOS P 396 - An industrial SLS 3D printer capable of producing high-quality end-use parts and functional prototypes. Electron Beam Melting is a technology that uses an electron beam to melt and fuse metal powder to create parts. GE Additive Arcam EBM Spectra H - An EBM 3D printer used for manufacturing aerospace components with high precision.

Market Segmentation

Europe 3D Printing Market Report and Forecast 2024-2032 offers a detailed analysis of the market based on the following segments:

Market Breakup by Component

• Hardware

• Software

• Services

Market Breakup by Printer Type

• Desktop 3D Printer

• Industrial Printer

Market Breakup by Technology

• Stereolithography

• Fuse Deposition Modelling (FDM)

• Selective Laser Sintering (SLS)

• Direct Metal Laser Sintering (DMLS)

• Polyjet Printing

• Electron Beam Melting (EBM)

• Digital Light Processing

• Others

Market Breakup by Material

• Polymer

• Metal

• Ceramic

• Others

Market Breakup by Process

• Binder Jetting

• Material Extrusion

• Material Jetting

• Powder Bed Fusion

• Vat Photopolymerisation

• Others

Market Breakup by Application

• Prototyping

• Tooling

• Functional Parts

Market Breakup by Industry Vertical

• Automotive

• Aerospace and Defence

• Healthcare

• Consumer Electronics

• Education

• Power and Energy

• Others

Market Breakup by Country

• Germany

• United Kingdom

• France

• Italy

• Others

Competitive Landscape

Market players are focused on technological advancements to improve efficiency and sustainability in the production process.

• HP Inc.

• EOS GmbH 

• SISMA S.p.A.

• Renishaw plc.

• Stratasys Ltd.

• Materialise NV

• Proto Labs, Inc.

• SLM Solutions AG

• Ultimaker B.V.

• Nano Dimension Ltd.

• ExOne Operating, LLC

• Others

Key Highlights of the Report