In a landmark deal for the 3D printing industry, Nano Dimension has agreed to acquire Desktop Metal in an all-cash $135 million transaction. The merger unites two pioneers in industrial additive manufacturing (AM), combining their expertise in electronics, metals, polymers, and ceramics to create the sector’s most comprehensive digital production portfolio.
A Strategic Leap Toward Industry 4.0
Nano Dimension CEO Yoav Stern hailed the deal as transformative: “This accelerates our vision of smart, scalable digital manufacturing—from prototyping to mass production.” Desktop Metal co-founder Ric Fulop emphasized the synergies in materials, software, and sintering technologies, which will enable the merged entity to serve sectors like aerospace, medical, and automotive with end-to-end AM solutions.
Expanding Market Reach and Recurring Revenue
The combined company will leverage an installed base of 8,000+ systems and blue-chip clients including NASA, Toyota, and Tesla. Cross-selling opportunities and shared R&D resources are expected to drive higher-margin recurring revenue from consumables and services. Stern highlighted plans to optimize sales and cut costs while pooling innovation efforts in AI-driven manufacturing.
From Prototyping to Industrial-Scale Production
The merger bridges Nano Dimension’s AI-powered electronics printing with Desktop Metal’s high-volume metal and polymer platforms. Together, they aim to dominate the shift from low-volume prototyping to tooling and end-use part production—a critical gap in today’s AM market.
Path to Profitability with Strong Cash Reserves
Backed by significant cash reserves, the new entity will focus on achieving profitability through operational efficiencies. The deal, set to close in Q4 2024, positions the combined company as a one-stop AM leader for Industry 4.0 applications—from microelectronics to large-scale industrial components.
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