When Bilbao Becomes the World Capital of Industrial 3D
From June 3rd to 5th, the BEC will swap its usual conferences for the sound of hundreds of industrial 3D printers working live 🏭. ADDITƐD 2025 is not just another event: it's the thermometer that measures the real temperature of additive manufacturing in Europe, and this year the 3D fever promises to break records.
The Who's Who of Industrial Printing
Among the confirmed participants stand out:
- Technology Giants: HP, Stratasys, and Markforged will showcase their mass production systems
- Local Specialists: 3DZ will present real-world implementation cases in Basque industry
- Material Manufacturers: Innovations in metal powders, advanced ceramics, and composites
- Software Developers: Live demonstrations of integrated workflows
"ADDITƐD is no longer about machines that print plastic, but about industrial processes that are redefining global supply chains" - anticipates the event organizers.
A Program That Goes Beyond the Exhibition
Attendees will be able to enjoy:
| Area | Highlighted Activities | For Whom |
|---|---|---|
| Technical Zone | Generative design workshops with Fusion 360 | Engineers and designers |
| Demo Zone | Live metal printing with DMLS | Manufacturers and technicians |
| Knowledge Area | Presentations on real-world cases in aeronautics | Managers and decision-makers |
What No Professional Should Miss
The hidden gems of this edition:
- The Advanced Materials Forum: Where self-healing composites will be presented
- The Design for Manufacturing Competition: With real-time challenges using Blender
- The Startup Space: Where emerging companies will showcase disruptive technologies
- The Networking Dinner: Networking dinner for professionals at the Guggenheim
Bilbao: Much More Than a Stage
The city fully supports the event by offering:
- Technical visits to Basque additive manufacturing centers
- Parallel exhibition at Azkuna Zentroa on 3D art
- Special accommodation discounts for attendees
The Paradox of the Digital Era
In a world where everything is virtualized, ADDITƐD proves that the touch, smell, and noise of real manufacturing remain irreplaceable. Perhaps that's why thousands of professionals will travel to Bilbao... to see in person what their printers do alone at home. ✈️
One thing is certain: after these three days, no one will ever look at their 3D printer the same way again. And if you're lucky, you might even get your boss to approve that equipment upgrade you've been asking for for months.