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The Formnext Technology Talks offer compact, digital deep dives throughout the year, putting the spotlight on application industries that are setting the pace for the future of Additive Manufacturing within the AM community. Benefit from first-hand expertise, practical use cases, up-to-date market insights, the latest industry developments, concrete solutions to key challenges, and direct exchange with leading industry experts.
The Formnext Technology Talks are digital live seminars that highlight the application of Additive Manufacturing technology in particularly relevant and forward-looking fields of use. Each session lasts approximately 60 minutes and offers practical perspectives from leading industry and technology experts on topics that are shaping the future development of Additive Manufacturing.
Session content includes
Current developments and technologies in Additive Manufacturing
Real-world use cases from key application industries
Discussion of central challenges and opportunities
Opportunity for direct exchange with the speakers
The sessions are held digitally via Zoom and are made available as recordings afterward – ideal for convenient follow-up viewing. The list of speakers is continuously updated and published well in advance of each Technology Talk.
Exclusive benefit for participants!
As a special thank-you, all participants will receive an exclusive voucher code for a free entrance ticket to Formnext 2026 (from 17 to 20 November in Frankfurt/Germany) after the webinar.
The talks are moderated by Davide Sher (Co-founder & CEO, VoxelMatters), who guides the discussion with up-to-date market data and thought-provoking questions.
Focus topics 2026
For 2026, three particularly forward-looking focus areas will take center stage:
Energy, oil & gas
Automotive, transport & mobility
Construction & architecture
Participation in all Formnext Technology Talks is free of charge.
Dates & speakers
Additive Manufacturing in the automotive, transport & mobility industry
Additive Manufacturing is accelerating innovation in the mobility sector – from lightweight design and functional integration to the rapid development of new components. In the second Technology Talk of the year, our experts will discuss how AM is shaping the future of mobility and which solutions are already being successfully implemented today.
Date: 23 September 2026, 3.00 – 4.00 p.m. CET
The following speakers have already confirmed their participation and will enrich the discussion:
Stefanie Brickwede
Head of Additive Manufacturing, Deutsche Bahn
Stefanie Brickwede is one of the pioneers of AM in the railway industry. As Head of Additive Manufacturing at Deutsche Bahn, she has been driving the adoption of 3D printing for years to secure spare parts availability and address obsolescence challenges. With her involvement, more than 200,000 additively manufactured components have already been implemented in the rail sector. As Managing Director of the industry network Mobility goes Additive (MGA), which she co-founded in 2016, she promotes collaboration between industry, research institutions and end users, while advocating for standards, qualification processes and the industrial scaling of additive manufacturing across a wide range of sectors. Learn more in our latest Formnext Magazine article.
After studying economics, Stefanie Brickwede started her career in the mobility sector. Before taking over the management of the Group project “3D Printing” at Deutsche Bahn in 2015, she held various leadership positions at DB AG. As Head of AM, she and her team are responsible for the successful implementation of additive manufacturing across the entire DB Group.
With this background and driven by passion, she founded the leading European user network “Mobility/Medical goes Additive” in 2016. The focus is on users from medicine, defense, passenger transport, aerospace, among others with the aim of scaling AM through joint projects, events, education and political engineering.
In addition, Ms. Brickwede is the initiator of the “Women in AM” network.
Industries with very durable assets – such as machinery, vehicles or plant – often build up stocks of spare parts over many years or even decades. In this context, Additive Manufacturing offers an excellent alternative through ‘manufacturing on demand’, with significant potential for savings. Deutsche Bahn has already saved €25 million in this way over the last five years alone.
In her presentation, Stefanie Brickwede will explain how this works, which parts and technologies facilitate it, and what role effect monitoring plays.
David Diaz
Head of Additive Manufacturing, Stark Future
Stark Future develops and manufactures high-performance electric motocross and enduro motorcycles in Barcelona. The company has already integrated Additive Manufacturing into serial production, using both titanium and polymer components to optimize the weight, performance, and functionality of its motorcycles. Together with its partners, Stark Future continues to advance the industrial production of additively manufactured parts, demonstrating how modern AM technologies can successfully be applied across the entire value chain, from prototyping to serial production.
Dash-CAE is a product engineering company with a disruptive composite moulding department. 20 years of f1 innovation led to finding additive solutions for direct parts and the tooling of complex composite parts. Today Dash makes 1000 CFRP parts/month and tools 90%+ of its parts using additive technology. We believe we're the world's leading composite part manufacturer using LFAM tools made from our own developed materials.
The 20-Year Evolutionary Journey – From F1 Washout Mandrels to LFAM Robotics Innovation
2006 — F1 Soluble Washout Mandrels Pioneered SR30 washout mandrels specifically designed for Formula 1 smooth-bored complex internal ducting, replacing heavy metal cores.
Evolution — PEI Direct Moulds Advanced to 3D printing Class-A direct moulds in PEI (Polyetherimide), enabling high thermal resistance for direct composite laminating.
LFAM Pioneer — Multi-Axis Robotics Combined composite expertise with industrial robotics to become an early pioneer in Large Format Additive Manufacturing (LFAM) for patterns and direct tooling.
Material R&D — Solving Autoclave Limitations Recognized that commercial off-the-shelf polymer offerings failed under extreme autoclave pressures and thermal cure cycles, driving the need for custom material development.
Certified Material Innovation & Key Impact – Purpose-Built Materials for Industrial Composites
Proprietary Materials Platform:
Dastrude165 (Direct Tooling) Formulated specifically for Class-A direct production moulds.
Engineered to withstand rigorous autoclave curing temperatures and high thermal cycling without structural or surface deformation.
Dastrude100 (Patterns & Jigs) Optimized polymer compound for rapid patterns, jigs, and trim fixtures.
Delivers high dimensional accuracy, stability, and fast deposition rates via robotic arms.
Strategic Value & Business Impact (2006–2026)
Drastic Lead-Time Reduction: Moves from CAD design to finished composite tooling in days rather than weeks or months.
Capital Cost Efficiency: Achieves up to 75% savings in upfront design and tooling expenditure.
Sustainability & Waste Reduction: Recyclable polymer tooling significantly reduces raw material waste compared to traditional subtractive tooling.
Technology Talk AM in the automotive, transport & mobility industry
Date: 23 September, 3:00 – 4:00 p.m. CET, Zoom meeting. Save-the-date and access details will be sent after registration. Includes a free Formnext ticket and recording.
Whether complex geometries, new material approaches, or sustainable construction processes – Additive Manufacturing is fundamentally transforming the architecture and construction industry. Concluding the 2026 series, this Technology Talk will showcase concrete applications, technological developments, and opportunities for innovative construction projects.
Date: 13 October 2026, 3.00 – 4.00 p.m. CET
The following speakers will be featured at the final talk of the year:
Manuel Jiménez Garcia, Founder & Creative Director, NAGAMI
Technology Talk AM in architecture & the construction industry
Date: 13 October, 3:00 – 4:00 p.m. CET, Zoom meeting. Save-the-date and access details will be sent after registration. Includes a free Formnext ticket and recording.
How can Additive Manufacturing advance the energy sector? This Technology Talk highlights applications across oil and gas, energy generation, and maintenance. In our first Technology Talk of 2026, discover how companies are leveraging AM to increase efficiency, reduce costs, and implement more sustainable processes.
Look forward to the following speakers and presentation topics:
Trine Boyer, Portfolio On-demand & AM Implementation Lead, Vår Energi
Talk: Beyond the Pilot Phase: Industrializing on-demand supply and Additive Manufacturing at Vår Energi
Vår Energi has conducted more than 60 Additive Manufacturing pilots to validate applications and build a supplier network. Building on these experiences, the company is now moving to operational deployment, showcasing use cases and key factors for scaling on-demand supply.
Jeremy Haight, Product Owner & Chief Engineer AM & Applied Robotics, Vestas
Talk: Vestas’ DDM (Direct Digital Manufacturing) Program
Vestas’ Direct Digital Manufacturing (DDM) program uses Additive Manufacturing to enable localized, on-demand production, reduce costs, and strengthen supply chains, supporting a more flexible, scalable, and digital-first manufacturing approach.
Brede Laerum, Head of AM Center of Excellence, Equinor
Talk: On-Demand Manufacturing in Energy: Unlocking Value with AM
The energy industry faces rising costs, supply chain disruptions, and aging assets. Equinor uses Additive Manufacturing and a digital supply network to enable on-demand production, reduce lead times, and accelerate innovation, delivering faster, more efficient, and sustainable solutions.
Talk: The Role of Additive Manufacturing in Critical Industrial Applications
Vienna Public Utilities implements Additive Manufacturing across its group to identify use cases and scale adoption. By combining AM with conventional methods and a dedicated competence center, the company increases flexibility, ensures quality, and drives efficient, standardized deployment.
Technology Talk: AM in the energy, oil & gas industry
Discover how Additive Manufacturing is transforming the energy, oil and gas industry. Register now for free access to the recording of our Technology Talk and gain valuable insights from industry experts.
Portfolio On-demand & AM Implementation Lead, Vår Energi
Trine Boyer is Implementation Lead for On Demand & Additive Manufacturing at Vår Energi, driving industrialisation of AM and digital inventory. With 20+ years of experience, she focuses on scalable solutions for offshore and onshore operations and is passionate about moving AM from pilots to production.
Jeremy Haight
Product Owner & Chief Engineer AM & Applied Robotics, Vestas
Jeremy Haight is Global Product Owner and Principal Engineer for Additive, Robotics & Digital Manufacturing at Vestas. With a background in aerospace, where he introduced AM for NPI in turbomachinery, he focuses on scaling high-impact solutions from concept to industrialization and driving adoption across global manufacturing.
Brede Laerum
Head of AM Center of Excellence, Equinor
Brede Laerum has over 28 years of experience at Equinor in engineering and management roles. As Head of the AM Centre of Excellence, he drives value creation through Additive Manufacturing and digital inventories. He co-founded AM Energy, founded the Norwegian AM Cluster, and chairs the IOGP AM expert group.
Philipp Pink
Head of Center of Competence Additive Manufacturing, Wiener Stadtwerke/Wiener Netze
Philipp Pink heads the 3D Printing Competence Center of Wiener Stadtwerke at Wiener Netze. He coordinates all AM activities across the group, drawing on experience as former Head of 3D Printing at Wien Energie. As a certified AM Manager, he drives strategy, implementation, and integration of 3D printing in maintenance and production.
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Additive Manufacturing in aerospace – opportunities and challenges Christoph Hauck, Member of the Executive Board, toolcraft AG
Implications of AM in the aviation aftermarket Scott Sevcik, Director Advisory Services & Strategic Solutions, Wohlers Associates
Market report & moderation Davide Sher, Co-founder & CEO VoxelMatters
Printing the future of space: Metal Additive Manufacturing for rocket engines Maximilian Strixner, Senior Additive Manufacturing Engineer, The Exploration Company
Waiting for Momentum – The Machinery Economy and Its Impact on Additive Manufacturing Alexander Jakschik, Vice President VDMA, Chairman of the Board VDMA OST, CEO Jakschik ULT Gruppe
AM for Industrial Machinery and Tools, a near $2 billion market (with a $16 billion potential) & Moderation Davide Sher, Co-founder & CEO, VoxelMatters
AM parts (FDM, SLS, SLM) in Krause’s series products: experiences from design perspective – new freedoms and risks Dipl.-Ing. Bernd Thiessen, Project Manager Development and Design, Krause Biagosch GmbH
How Additive Manufacturing and digital manufacturing platforms can secure your supply chains for the future Georgy Toskar, Sales Leader DACH, Xometry Europe
The future of eyewear in Additive Manufacturing
Lucas Friedfeld, Operations Specialist, Tech Print Industries (TPI)
Innovative printing strategy for high-resolution jewelry production by Selective Laser Melting Matteo Giantin, Head of Innovation Division for AM, Progold S.p.A.
Creativity Unbound Thomas Lehman, Founder and Director of Design, AnalogLab SRL
Market report & moderation
Davide Sher, Co-founder & CEO VoxelMatters
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