Amnovis: Additive Manufacturing for European Strategic Autonomy
Amnovis is a Belgian pioneer in advanced additive manufacturing, specializing in 3D printing of high-performance metal components for regulated industries[1]. Founded in 2020 by veterans of Europe’s 3D-printing sector, the company has quickly gained recognition for its innovation in printing titanium and copper parts for medical devices and other high-tech applications[1]. Headquartered in Aarschot, Belgium, Amnovis positions itself at the cutting edge of industrial 3D printing – a field that is increasingly strategic for Europe’s technological autonomy and defense readiness. By focusing on high-end, quality-critical products such as orthopedic implants and aerospace components, Amnovis demonstrates how entrepreneurial agility can address Europe’s need for homegrown advanced manufacturing capabilities. The company’s story – from academic research origins to delivering tens of thousands of 3D-printed implants – offers a compelling glimpse into how European deep-tech startups can strengthen supply chain resilience. Amnovis embodies the potential of Europe’s additive manufacturing talent to reduce reliance on non-allied suppliers and drive forward the innovation needed for both civilian and defense applications. The following report examines Amnovis through a strategic-technological lens, assessing its contributions to European autonomy, NATO interoperability, and the broader goals of collective security.