Global 3D Printing Market Reaches USD 40.6 Billion in 2025, Expanding at 20.1% CAGR

Global 3D printing market was valued at $40.6 billion in 2025 and is growing at a CAGR of 20.1% during the forecast period (2026-2035). Aerospace plays a significant role in advancing 3D printing by adopting additive manufacturing to produce complex, high-performance components. The sector utilizes 3D printing to manufacture lightweight structures, engine parts, tooling, and functional prototypes, offering improved design flexibility. Additive manufacturing enables the integration of multiple components into a single part, reducing assembly complexity and material waste. It also supports rapid design iteration, shorter development cycles, and localized production. As aerospace systems increasingly require customized, thermally resistant, and geometrically optimized components, 3D printing continues to support efficiency, performance optimization, and manufacturing resilience across civil, defense, and space applications.

Browse the full report description of “3D Printing Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis By Technology (Stereo Lithography Technology (SLA), Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM), Selective Laser Sintering Technology (SLS), Direct Metal Laser Sintering Technology (DMLS), Electron Beam Melting Technology (EBM), Others), By Material (Polymer, and Metals and Alloys) and By End User (Consumer Goods, Healthcare Industry, Aerospace and Automobile Industry, Education and Research Industry, and Others), Forecast Period (2026-2035)” at https://www.omrglobal.com/industry-reports/3d-printing-market

Moreover, rising demand for uncrewed and autonomous aerospace platforms, such as drones and missiles, is driving market growth, motivated by the need for lightweight and quickly manufacturable propulsion components. For instance, in January 2026, China successfully tested its first domestically developed 3D-printed turbojet engine, signifying a step towards producing more affordable jet engines for uncrewed aircraft and missiles. The engine weighing 160 kg and developed by the Hunan Aviation Powerplant Research Institute, was fitted on the Liuxing-260 drone, which completed a 30-minute flight at an altitude of 6,000 m and a maximum speed of Mach 0.75, achieving its design targets.

• In October 2025, ESA awarded Dawn Aerospace a $435,281 contract to develop 3D printed combustion chambers for high-performance rocket engines under the Future Launcher Preparatory Program. The project focuses on using novel materials with high thermal conductivity, addressing limitations of traditional materials like stainless steel and titanium. Successful development will be applied to Dawn's 2.5kN rocket engine for the Mk-II Aurora spaceplane.

3D Printing Market Growth Projection

Leading Innovators Shaping the Future of 3D Printing

Key companies in the 3D printing market include 3D Systems, EOS GmbH, HP Inc., General Electric Co., and Stratasys Ltd., among others. These organizations are contributing to advancements in digital healthcare technologies, including telemedicine, electronic health records, remote patient monitoring, and AI-supported clinical tools, influencing the development of healthcare services globally.

• In March 2024, Australia's first multi-metal 3D printer, the Nikon SLM-280, is launched in Melbourne under the iLAuNCH Trailblazer initiative. This advanced printer will enhance aerospace manufacturing by producing lighter, faster, and sturdier components, leading to more affordable and efficient space missions. Its ability to print metals side-by-side allows for design optimization, enabling engineers to consolidate parts and make strategic weight and cost reductions.

Market Coverage

• The market number available for – 2025-2035
• Base year- 2025
• Forecast period- 2026-2035
• Segment Covered-
  • By Technology
  • By Material
  • By End-User
• Regions Covered-
  • North America
  • Europe
  • Asia-Pacific
  • Rest of the World
• Competitive Landscape - 3D Systems, EOS GmbH, HP Inc., General Electric Co., Stratasys Ltd., among others.

Key questions addressed by the report.

• What is the market growth rate?
• Which segment and region dominate the market in the base year?
• Which segment and region will project the fastest growth in the market?
• Who is the leader in the market?
• How are players addressing challenges to sustain growth?
• Where is the investment opportunity?

Global 3D Printing Market Report Segment

By Technology

• Stereo Lithography Technology (SLA)
• Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM)
• Selective Laser Sintering Technology (SLS)
• Direct Metal Laser Sintering Technology (DMLS)
• Electron Beam Melting Technology (EBM)
• Others

By Material

• Polymer
• Metals and Alloys

By End-User

• Consumer Goods
• Healthcare Industry
• Aerospace and Automobile Industry
• Education and Research Industry
• Others

Global 3D Printing Market Report Segment by Region

North America

• United States
• Canada

Europe

• UK
• Germany
• Italy
• Spain
• France
• Russia
• Rest of Europe

Asia-Pacific

• China
• India
• Japan
• South Korea
• Australia and New Zealand
• ASEAN Economies
• Rest of Asia-Pacific

Rest of the World

• Latin America
• Middle East & Africa

To learn more about this report request a sample copy @ https://www.omrglobal.com/request-sample/3d-printing-market