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MILAM 2025 Brings Together Stakeholders in Both Additive Manufacturing and Defense

Published on January 13, 2025 by Madeleine P.
MILAM 2025

When we think about the sectors that are being shaped by additive manufacturing, defense is undoubtedly one that comes to mind. This is especially the case in the United States, where the Department of Defense (DoD) has been leading the charge for AM adoption across the military supply chain with initiatives like the DoD Additive Manufacturing Strategy. And what better way to learn about it than by attending the 9th annual Military Additive Manufacturing Summit & Technology Showcase (MILAM)? This premier event for military, aerospace and defense professionals is dedicated to exploring the forefront of 3D printing technologies in this industry, and the 2025 summit builds upon the success of previous editions.

MILAM 2025 is taking place this year on February 11-12, with a workshop day on February 13, at the Tampa Convention Center in Florida. It is an important platform for the military, government, international partners and industry professionals to “connect, collaborate and strategize” on the integration of additive technologies. Considering that, according to a report from AM Research, direct US DoD spending on AM was estimated at around $800M in 2024, that is certainly a high priority.

Many additive manufacturing companies will be present at MILAM 2025 as exhibitors

Indeed, the Summit is the perfect opportunity to expand networks, explore diverse industry products and services and gain insights into the future of global AM technologies, according to a press release from the organizers. For example, through conferences and workshops, it will be possible for attendees to explore how crucial AM is for the DoD and Federal Government initiatives. This is due to AM’s ability to increase supply chain resilience and reduce logistical constraints thanks to on-demand spare parts made using the technologies.

Beyond exhibitors, the Summit is also packed with educational content including workshops, fireside chats and panel discussions. Topics are vast and include, but are not limited to, the creation of the largest printable part repository by the DoD, using AM for modern warfare, validating AM technology in these sectors, how to bolster supply chains through adoption of 3D printing, the use of the technologies in the USAF, leveraging AM for material readiness in expeditionary environments and driving the strategy impact of AM and 3D printing in global military operations. These align well with the aim of MILAM 2025 to enhance current capabilities and maintain competitiveness across all aspects of defense.

Once again, leaders in the defense world will be speakers at the event

The speakers are also of note. Currently, MILAM 2025 has key leaders in this sector such as Tracy Frost, the Director of the Technology Industrial Innovation Base at the Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Science and Technology, Keith DeVries who is the Director of the DOD Manufacturing Technology Program at OUSD and commanders from the Air Force and Navy (both of which have been quick to adopt AM technologies), among many others. Showing clearly that MILAM 2025 is the place to be for any interested in the intersection between the military, defense and additive manufacturing.

Registration is currently open, and better yet, the event is complimentary for active-duty military and government employees. Be sure to register HERE.

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