Stratasys has completed the strategic acquisition of key assets and operations of Forward AM Technologies GmbH, a 3D printing materials company that originated as a spin-off from BASF. Forward AM had been navigating financial challenges since the last quarter of 2024, culminating in the recent cessation of its US activities.
Despite becoming part of the Stratasys family, Forward AM assured its partners that it will maintain its brand identity and continue to function as an independent materials provider, a newly formed Mass Additive Manufacturing GmbH, serving all platforms and partners. “We now have the global strength and support of Stratasys, and that means more innovation, more momentum, and more value for our partners,” the company announced in a statement.
Stratasys has an impressive track record of successfully integrating acquired companies. One such example is its 2022 acquisition of Covestro’s 3D printing division, which was a part of a major German chemical group just as Forward AM. As Stratasys consistently relies on innovation in materials as a core part of its strategy, it is obviously well-positioned to gain value from the diversity of flexible materials offered by Forward AM.
The “adopted” company, in turn, emphasized that this acquisition ensures “business as usual,” remaining open to their network while providing the same high-quality materials and technical support. The company also highlighted a “turbocharged future,” stating that with Stratasys’ backing, they gain greater resources to drive innovation and expand their offerings. Crucially, Forward AM stressed the continued protection of client confidentiality through strict internal protocols. “We’re back – and stronger than ever,” the company declared, promising more updates in the coming weeks.
