AML3D Limited (ASX:AL3) Opens Advanced Manufacturing Facility in Ohio
AML3D Limited (ASX:AL3) has officially opened its new U.S. Technology Facility in Stow, Ohio, marking a significant expansion in its Wire-Arc Additive Manufacturing (WAM®) capabilities. The state-of-the-art facility aims to bolster America’s defense manufacturing and support the trilateral AUKUS partnership between the United States, United Kingdom, and Australia.
Facility Capabilities
The Ohio facility specializes in producing large-scale metal components for the U.S. Navy’s Virginia-class submarine program using AML3D’s proprietary WAM® technology. This advanced manufacturing approach allows for the creation of complex, high-strength components while reducing production timelines, costs, and material waste compared to traditional methods.
Strategic Importance
The new facility plays a crucial role in supporting defense, aerospace, and energy applications. It houses advanced manufacturing systems that serve the U.S. Navy’s Additive Manufacturing Center of Excellence, contributing to the research and development of next-generation capabilities. This expansion aligns with the growing importance of AUKUS defense cooperation and enhances supply chain resilience by onshoring critical manufacturing capabilities.
Economic Impact
AML3D’s Ohio facility is expected to create significant local employment opportunities, with plans to hire skilled technicians, engineers, and manufacturing specialists. The company is partnering with local educational institutions to develop training programs, preparing Ohio workers for advanced manufacturing careers and building long-term partnerships with local suppliers.
Future Outlook
As the first phase of AML3D’s U.S. expansion strategy, the Ohio facility positions the company for potential growth in submarine production, aerospace manufacturing, and energy infrastructure projects. AML3D is exploring opportunities to establish additional facilities as market demand increases.
Executive Comments
Pete Goumas, President and CEO of AML3D USA, stated, “This facility represents more than just an expansion of our operations – it’s a strategic investment in America’s defense industrial base. By establishing advanced manufacturing capabilities on U.S. soil, we’re helping to ensure the Navy has reliable, domestic access to the critical components needed for the submarine programs that are vital to national security.”
Sean Ebert, AML3D’s Global CEO, added, “AML3D’s investment in Ohio demonstrates the practical benefits of the AUKUS partnership. This facility enables us to support all three AUKUS nations while strengthening the allied defense industrial base through advanced manufacturing technologies developed in Australia and now deployed in America.”
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