Additive manufacturing in Saudi Arabia is gaining momentum. Saudi Electricity Company (SEC) joined the National Additive Manufacturing and Innovation Company (NAMI) as a strategic investor. The partnership aims to accelerate 3D printing adoption in the Kingdom and supports SEC’s supply chain localization and digital transformation goals.
SEC joins existing shareholders Dussur and U.S.-based 3D Systems. The collaboration strengthens NAMI’s industrial presence. Consequently, the energy sector will benefit from faster component production and reduced inventory, while encouraging other industrial players to adopt additive manufacturing.
Established in 2022, NAMI operates advanced polymer and metal 3D printing facilities in Riyadh. Systems include the DMP Factory 500, DMP Flex 350 Dual, Figure 4, SLS 380, and SLA 750. These machines produce pump impellers, fuel burners, motor fans, heat sinks, and heat exchangers. As a result, SEC can improve supply chain responsiveness while lowering operational costs.
The partnership also involves digitizing SEC’s spare parts inventory. NAMI plans to expand manufacturing capacity and develop a broader 3D printing supply chain. Consequently, the Kingdom’s industrial ecosystem will strengthen. Localization of critical components also aligns with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 industrial modernization strategy.
Faisal Al-Tubayyeb, NAMI Chairman, said the deal solidifies the company as the national additive manufacturing champion. “This partnership accelerates our traction in serving the Fourth Industrial Revolution,” he added, reflecting growing trust in advanced manufacturing and its role in operational efficiency.
NAMI CEO Mohammed Swaidan highlighted SEC’s dual role as investor and customer. “Their confidence underscores 3D printing’s importance for localization and energy sector resilience,” he said. The partnership also mitigates long-term investment risks by ensuring steady demand from a national utility.
Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 emphasizes local content development and industrial modernization. The SEC-NAMI collaboration directly supports these objectives. Additionally, it encourages other companies to explore 3D printing, expanding the Kingdom’s manufacturing capabilities. Adoption of additive manufacturing is expected to rise across multiple sectors.
The partnership marks a key step in transforming Saudi Arabia’s energy sector. By combining technology, investment, and operational expertise, SEC and NAMI are paving the way for a modern, localized supply chain. Furthermore, this collaboration reinforces the Kingdom’s leadership in advanced manufacturing.
