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ArianeGroup and Nikon SLM Solutions partner on giant metal 3D printing

ArianeGroup and Nikon SLM Solutions formed a strategic partnership giving ArianeGroup exclusive initial delivery of ultra large metal 3D printers, to make propulsion parts over one cubic metre.

Verified AI-drafted Nikon SLM Solutions press release, 19 June 2025

What it does not test. Does not disclose the partnership's contract value, machine count or a firm production timeline.

How this item counts. This item is dated before the index starts on 1 January 2026, so it does not count in the European Sovereignty Index.

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