Saudi Arabia’s 3D-printing market is projected to grow from approximately $320 million in 2025 to $1.7 billion by 2034, according to a report by the General Authority for Small and Medium Enterprises (Monsha’at), as reported by the Saudi Press Agency.
The market is expected to expand at a compound annual growth rate of 20.52% between 2026 and 2034, driven by adoption across aviation, automotive, healthcare and manufacturing. Riyadh, Jeddah and Dammam are emerging as key market centers.
Companies are increasingly using additive manufacturing for prototyping, molds and low-volume production. The technology can help manufacturers shorten product-development cycles and reduce the cost and risk of moving designs into production, the report said.
Monsha’at said the Kingdom is seeking to expand prototyping services and increase the number of providers, creating opportunities for businesses focused on 3D design, additive manufacturing, electronic modeling and advanced technical solutions.
The authority’s Innovation Center has supported the development of 263 prototypes and products, while more than 8,062 entrepreneurs and innovators have used its services and programs. Companies incubated at the center have generated more than $80 million in financial returns, according to the report.
Monsha’at supports the sector through innovation centers, laboratories, incubators, accelerators and technical and commercial consultations, while also facilitating access to financing and investment programs.
Source: Fast Company Middle East
