The focus on additive manufacturing (AM) in documents such as the Strategic Knowledge and Innovation Agenda (SKIA) 2016-20201 and the Defence Vision 2035 as a technology area to remain highly innovative underlines the importance of AM within Defence. At CZSK, they have been working on this for several years and the vision reads: 'Additive manufacturing is, within CZSK, the adaptive sustainment capability that increases operational deployability and reduces logistics footprint.' Among others, the Additive Manufacturing Expertise Centre (ECAM) plays a role in guiding and supporting the implementation of AM.

During this webinar, Sander Wanningen talks about the significance of AM for Defence, what results have now been achieved and where they want to go in the future.