Why Nano Dimension Is Selling Markforged and What Stratasys Gains

The additive manufacturing sector is once again making headlines with news that revives one of the market’s most active chapters. Nano Dimension has announced the signing of a definitive agreement to sell Markforged to Stratasys, in an all-cash transaction valued at $42.5 million.

According to the press releases published today by both companies, Markforged generated approximately $70 million in revenue in 2025, but with operating losses estimated at around $15 million annually. As a result, selling the company made more sense than continuing to support it. It is worth noting that Nano Dimension had acquired Markforged in 2024 for approximately $116 million. According to Nano Dimension, “the transaction is expected to reduce annualized cash burn by approximately $15 million through a combination of direct and indirect operating cost savings.”

Nano Dimension acquired Markforged in 2024 and is now selling it to Stratasys, but the Metal Binder Jetting technology will be retained.

The sale is part of Phase 2 of the company’s three-stage strategic plan. Phase 1 focused on reducing operating expenses. Phase 2, which includes this transaction, involves selling business units to simplify the company. Phase 3, which Nano Dimension says is already underway, aims to, in the company’s own words, “evaluate strategic alternatives to maximize long-term shareholder value.” David Stehlin, CEO of Nano Dimension, summarized it this way: “This agreement positions Markforged for continued growth and success under Stratasys ownership.”

That said, Nano Dimension is not walking away empty-handed. The company will retain Markforged’s Metal Binder Jetting division, the brand’s most advanced metal printing technology and the one most closely aligned with its focus on defense and aerospace.

For Stratasys, the situation looks different. The company is acquiring a brand with an established customer base and continuous carbon fiber technology used in aerospace, defense, and automotive applications. According to its own projections, Stratasys expects the business to become profitable within the first year after the deal closes. Yoav Zeif, CEO of Stratasys, stated: “This acquisition advances our capabilities to address growing customer needs in critical areas such as defense and aerospace.”

The deal is expected to close in the second half of 2026. From that point on, the next chapter will unfold on two fronts: how Stratasys integrates a brand with a distinct identity into its portfolio, and the direction Nano Dimension will take once it completes its reorganization.

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