SBO AG, listed on the leading index ATX of the Vienna Stock Exchange, is expanding its 3D metal printing capacity in the US and the UK, while its subsidiary 3T Additive Manufacturing Limited has been awarded “Tech SME of the Year” at the Thames Valley Tech & Innovation Awards 2026. These moves bolster SBO's diversification strategy in the additive manufacturing market, which is projected to grow from USD 1.5 billion in 2025 to USD 4.8 billion by 2030.
In the US, SBO has added one VELO XC and two Renishaw 500Q printers for high-performance alloys Inconel and Titanium at its Houston, Texas site in Q2 2026. Additionally, two more VELO XC printers have been ordered and will be operational in Q3 2026. The additive manufacturing space at the Houston site is being expanded by 50% to over 2,100 square meters, addressing rising customer demand from the space, aerospace, defense, semiconductor, and energy industries. This expansion positions SBO to capitalize on the rapid growth of the additive manufacturing market.
In Europe, 3T Additive Manufacturing Limited, based in Newbury, UK, has been part of SBO’s Precision Technology division since October 2025. The company recently received market recognition at the Thames Valley Tech & Innovation Awards 2026, where it was named “Tech SME of the Year.” The jury recognized the team’s technical expertise, leadership in material and process data, and continued growth in metal additive manufacturing. 3T has also expanded its printing capacity by adding another M400 to its fleet of EOS printers in Q2 2026, with a second printer ordered for delivery by the end of Q3 2026. Further investments in post-processing equipment have been made.
Klaus Mader, CEO of SBO, stated: “3D metal printing is a key pillar of our diversification strategy, through which we are broadening our business beyond the oil and gas industry and continuing our transformation into a high-precision technology group. It is an attractive growth market: 3D metal printing is growing significantly faster than our core business and is gaining further momentum. We are capitalizing on that dynamic. We leverage our core capabilities in high-performance materials and high-precision manufacturing, offering the entire value chain from a single source, from printing to post-processing. With the new printers and expanded manufacturing space in the US and the award-winning performance of 3T in Europe, we are expanding where demand is highest: in space, aerospace, defense and semiconductors.”
The expansion in the US and UK, along with the recognition of 3T, underscores SBO's commitment to high-growth industries. By increasing capacity and enhancing capabilities, SBO is well-positioned to meet the growing demand for metal additive manufacturing solutions. The company's focus on high-performance alloys and precision post-processing provides a competitive edge in serving industries that require utmost accuracy and performance. As the additive manufacturing market continues to expand, SBO's strategic investments are likely to yield significant returns and strengthen its market presence globally.
