Press releases - Formnext

22 Oct 2026

Formnext Awards 2026: Finalists Showcase the Diversity and Innovative Strength of Additive Manufacturing

New specialized AM production technologies, groundbreaking applications in textiles, aerospace, and medicine, as well as innovative concepts for recycling and AM education: the Formnext Awards 2026 once again recognize outstanding achievements in six categories, honoring, among others, young innovative companies, sustainable business ideas, and pioneering technologies. The finalists have now been selected by the respective juries and will present their exhibits both online ahead of the exhibition and in a special showcase at Formnext. The winners will be announced during a festive awards ceremony on 19 November 2026. Once again, the public is invited to participate in the voting process, starting immediately.

10 Sept 2026

Formnext 2026: The Next Generation of Industrial Manufacturing Returns to Frankfurt

Current discussions about industrial development in Europe and around the globe are often shaped by economic challenges. At the same time, numerous examples demonstrate how Additive Manufacturing is enabling successful and scalable industrial business models, opening up new growth opportunities across a wide range of sectors. From 17 to 20 November 2026, Formnext will once again bring together the technologies and experts driving this transformation. The event will showcase concrete industrial applications throughout the entire Additive Manufacturing value chain, featuring numerous use cases and business cases from a diverse range of industries – all in one place. Visitor ticket sales are now open, with an early bird discount available until 22 October 2026.

1 Jul 2026

Formnext Expands Focus on Security and Defence: Formnext Defence Summit to Launch in 2026

Formnext, the leading international exhibition for Additive Manufacturing (AM) and modern production technologies, is expanding its range of content to address the growing importance of additive technologies in the security and defence sector. The central focus will be the role of industrial 3D Printing in supply and value chains, as well as its contribution to more resilient, flexible, and high-performance structures within the context of security for EU and NATO countries.

19 May 2026

Submission Phase for the Formnext Awards 2026 Now Open

With the Formnext Awards, Formnext will once again recognize outstanding individuals, companies, and solutions from the world of Additive Manufacturing in 2026. Following the strong response in recent years, the Formnext Awards will again be presented in six categories. Submissions are now open.

16 Apr 2026

Call for Speakers for Formnext 2026 Stage Program Now Open

In 2026, Formnext will again feature a program of high-quality presentations on key technological, economic, and application-oriented topics in Additive Manufacturing. The call for speakers is now open. Experts from industry, research, and advanced manufacturing are invited to share their developments, findings, or best practices with Formnext’s international audience.

12 Mar 2026

Formnext 2026 Starts with Tailwinds: A Strong Commitment from the Global AM Industry

Following last year’s 10‑year anniversary and record visitor numbers, the outlook for Formnext 2026 at this stage of the year already looks bright. As of the beginning of March 2026, 527 companies from 34 countries had already registered as exhibitors for the world’s leading trade show for Additive Manufacturing (AM) and the next generation of modern production. These include the well‑known heavyweights among the leading international AM companies as well as a wide range of start-up, specialized, and more experienced solution providers along the entire additive process chain.

3 Feb 2026

Formnext 2026 gets off to a flying start with fresh impetus and the UK as partner country

The United Kingdom has been announced as the partner country for Formnext 2026 – with its strong manufacturing background and leading position in Additive Manufacturing, the UK boasts a powerful ecosystem of AM systems, software, and industrial applications. In addition, Formnext is starting the year with fresh impetus and ramping up its focus on key user industries such as orthopedics, aviation, and the automotive sector. Exhibitors looking to take advantage of this momentum have until 2 March to secure an attractive early bird discount for Formnext 2026.

21 Nov 2025

Ten years of Formnext: AM has arrived in the industry

From 18 to 21 November, Formnext 2025 demonstrated Additive Manufacturing’s dynamic evolution to impressive effect. With numerous innovations and pioneering developments, the trade fair presented not only new solutions, but also tangible ways in which companies can use this technology to optimize their production processes and tap into new areas of business. Frankfurt once again became the international meeting place for Additive Manufacturing and other future-oriented production technologies. The atmosphere throughout the halls was consistently positive – among both visitors and exhibitors. Numerous in-depth and professional conversations highlighted the high quality of networking at the event. With record visitor numbers and an even broader range of applications on display, it became clear: Additive Manufacturing has not only established itself in industrial production but is increasingly gaining traction across a wide spectrum of users.

20 Nov 2025

Winners of the 2025 Formnext Awards impress with pioneering technologies and entrepreneurial spirit

The winners of the 2025 Formnext Awards have been announced! On 20 November, this year’s Formnext honored the most outstanding contributions to Additive Manufacturing in six categories. The prizes went to Irena Heuzeroth, SKZ KFE GmbH (AMbassador Award), Hochschule für Gestaltung Schwäbisch Gmünd (Design Award), Laempe Mössner Sinto GmbH ((R)evolution Award), IAM3DHUB – Project „3DMyMask“ (Rookie Award), PERFI Technologies (Start-up Award), and EOS GmbH Electro Optical Systems (Sustainability Award).

18 Nov 2025

Formnext 2025 now under way, offering another impressive showcase of AM’s industrial potential

Formnext 2025 has opened its doors in Frankfurt am Main. From now until 21 November, 803 exhibitors representing the elite of Additive Manufacturing solution providers will be presenting their latest breakthroughs on around 50,000 m² of gross exhibition space. This year’s trade fair turned in an impressive first day, featuring throngs of visitors, exciting world premieres, and a program that showcased the diversity of AM along the entire process chain.

11 Nov 2025

Formnext celebrates 10 years with extended event program

To commemorate its 10th birthday, Formnext – the world's largest trade fair for Additive Manufacturing and the next generation of production – is expanding its event program. Along with the successful formats attendees have come to expect, including three stages, numerous special showcases, the Formnext Awards, a featured partner country (Spain), and specialized seminars and events, new highlights such as focused trade fair tours, live AM shows, and interactive features are set to be added this year.

22 Oct 2025

Formnext Awards Finalists: Innovative AM technologies, pioneering applications, and educational concepts

By shining a spotlight on faster and more sustainable AM production, pioneering applications from such diverse fields as medicine, mold making, and the oil and gas industry, and new approaches in AM training and education, the Formnext Awards 2025 will once again recognize young innovative companies, sustainable business ideas, and revolutionary technologies across six different categories. The shortlisted finalists will now present their entries online in the run-up to the trade fair and in person at a special showcase at Formnext. The winners will be announced at the award ceremony on 20 November 2025. Voting for the public is already open.

17 Sept 2025

Formnext Expo & Convention 2025: Ticket shop now open

From 18 to 21 November 2025, Formnext will once again turn the trade fair city of Frankfurt into the most important international hotspot in the world of Additive Manufacturing (AM). With a diverse supporting program that focuses on real-world applications across various industries, Formnext actively contributes to the ongoing industrialization of Additive Manufacturing (AM). In total, over 800 companies led by the global AM elite are expected to exhibit at Formnext 2025. Visitors can now secure their tickets in the online ticketing shop and benefit from an attractive early-bird discount until 21 October.

22 Jul 2025

Focus on industrial applications and the commercial potential of Additive Manufacturing

Formnext 2025 will place an even greater focus on commercially successful Additive Manufacturing applications. With its sights set on advancing the industrialization of the AM industry, the leading international exhibition will demonstrate how innovative manufacturing solutions, especially in demanding sectors such as mechanical and plant engineering, can help companies achieve a competitive edge.

13 May 2025

Submission phase now open: Formnext Awards 2025 will again be presented in six categories

At the last Formnext, the new awards competition and the winners of the six categories attracted considerable international attention. In 2025, Formnext will write the next chapter in this success story by once again presenting the Formnext Awards in six different categories, honoring, among other things, aspiring young companies, future-oriented sustainable business models, and cutting-edge technologies. Some newly appointed jury members will also bring fresh ideas to the table. Applications are now open.

8 Apr 2025

Formnext 2025: Call for speakers for stage program now open

Frankfurt am Main, 8 April 2025. Having achieved international acclaim for its supporting program on three stages, Formnext is continuing its successful multistage concept in 2025. The Industry, Application, and Technology Stages will host discussions on current and future applications, technological developments, and overarching trends in Additive Manufacturing. The call for speakers is now open, offering leading production experts an opportunity to share their knowledge and innovations with the international AM community.

11 Mar 2025

Formnext 2025 demonstrates dynamic development in challenging times

Frankfurt am Main, 11 March 2025. Despite a challenging political and economic environment, Formnext has recorded solid and pleasing figures for its 10th anniversary: By the beginning of March 2025, already 533 companies from 34 countries had registered for the international trade fair for Additive Manufacturing and the next generation of industrial production.

11 Feb 2025

New partner country of Formnext 2025: Spain impresses as a growth market for AM and a bridge to South America

Frankfurt am Main, 11 February 2025. As this year’s partner country, Spain will be bringing an array of innovative exhibitors to the world’s leading exhibition in AM technology and the next generation of production while adding key elements to Formnext’s lineup of supporting events. In addition to its highly dynamic and rapidly growing AM industry, its geographic location on the Iberian Peninsula enables it to serve as a bridge between Europe and South America.

4 Jun 2024

Formnext Chicago 2025 launch: The industrial AM process chain at a glance

Frankfurt am Main, Germany, 04 June 2024. With Formnext Chicago, Mesago Messe Frankfurt is bringing the successful Formnext trade fair concept to the USA, the world’s largest AM market. From 8-10 April 2025, Formnext Chicago will showcase the entire industrial process chain for Additive Manufacturing.

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