Shapeways makes world-class, on-demand manufacturing more accessible to everyone through automation, innovation and digitization, with purpose-built software, wide selection of materials and technologies, and global supply chain that lower manufacturing barriers and speed delivery of quality products. The company operates ISO 9001-compliant manufacturing facilities in Long Island City, New York and Eindhoven, the Netherlands, positioning it as a leader in the fast-growing digital manufacturing market.
Cyborg Score Rationale
Trailing twelve month revenue is $34.5M, indicating limited scale despite market presence. The company faces profitability challenges, with earnings declining significantly over the past five years. Limited recent financial momentum suggests execution challenges in a competitive additive manufacturing landscape.
Top Insights
Acquired Thangs in December 2024, expanding its 3D design ecosystem and marketplace capabilities
TTM revenue of $34.5M represents a small but strategically positioned player in the $67.5B+ additive manufacturing market
Over 1 million global customers and 20+ million parts produced demonstrates significant customer adoption and platform scale
Medical 3D printing market represents major growth opportunity, with market expected to grow from $2.4B to $5.1B by 2026
Named Competitors
Fathom — 3D printing and additive manufacturing services
Sculpteo — 3D printing on-demand manufacturing platform
ExOne — Industrial 3D printing equipment and services
Stratasys — 3D printing systems and materials
Recent Developments
(December 2024) Acquired Thangs, a 3D design and marketplace platform
(2024) Expanded medical device and enterprise manufacturing customer segments through strategic partnerships