National Additive Manufacturing and Innovation Company (NAMI) has entered into a collaboration agreement with Lockheed Martin to qualify and produce critical military and aerospace components using additive manufacturing in Saudi Arabia. NAMI, a joint venture between Dussur and 3D Systems, will begin production on additively manufactured aluminum qualification parts that must pass industry standard tests.
The components produced by NAMI are intended for use across international aerospace and defense markets. This production capability is designed to strengthen Lockheed Martin’s supply chain operations in the region.
“NAMI is committed to supporting Saudi Arabia’s industrial transformation by enhancing supply chain resilience and meeting the growing demand for additive manufacturing technologies,” said Eng. Mohammed Swaidan, CEO of NAMI. He noted that the partnership leverages advanced technologies to support Saudi Vision 2030 through localization and knowledge transfer.
The collaboration aligns with Saudi Vision 2030’s objectives to develop and localize military industries within the Kingdom. The initiative supports the creation of defense partnerships with major original equipment manufacturers in the region.
“Lockheed Martin is committed to supporting the development of the defense industry in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and in the United States,” said Brig. Gen. Joseph Rank (U.S Army, Ret.), chief executive for Lockheed Martin in Saudi Arabia and Africa. He described the partnership as a significant milestone in the company’s localization efforts while supporting job creation in both nations.
Source: zawya.com