Verified Nov 2026
Metal Fabrication
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Since 2016
Colibrium Additive, formerly GE Additive, makes metal additive manufacturing systems, metal powders, and related services including consultation, technology integration, and training. It is listed as headquartered in the United States in the record, though its public profile places its headquarters in Lichtenfels, Bavaria, Germany, and it operates as a business unit of GE Aerospace. Founded in 2016, it employs an estimated 100-200 people and has an estimated revenue band of $250-500M. In April 2026 it was awarded a Naval Air Systems Command contract to supply four metal additive manufacturing machines, valued at under $31 million. It serves aerospace, defense, automotive, energy, and healthcare customers.
GE Additive at a glance
Revenue
$250-500M
Est. band
Employees
100-200
Founded
2016
Certifications
AS9100 · ISO 9001 · Nadcap
Import activity
12
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Medical
Military & Defense
Plumbing & Hardware
Renewable Energy
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
12
Named foreign suppliers
6
Top origins
Belgium · Germany · Slovenia · Spain
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from GE Additive.
What this tells a buyer
The record includes an April 2026 Naval Air Systems Command contract for four metal additive manufacturing machines valued at under $31 million, awarded to the company and reported by Metal AM and Seeking Alpha.
The company holds AS9100, ISO 9001, and Nadcap certifications and offers electron beam melting printers under its Spectra Portfolio along with high-performance metal powders.
The company is a core business unit of GE Aerospace, which it is reported to serve as a customer, and it is not publicly traded.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
10 years in operation (founded 2016).
Holds AS9100, ISO 9001, Nadcap certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
Colibrium Additive, formerly GE Additive, makes metal additive manufacturing systems, metal powders, and related services including consultation, technology integration, and training. It is listed as headquartered in the United States in the record, though its public profile places its headquarters in Lichtenfels, Bavaria, Germany, and it operates as a business unit of GE Aerospace. Founded in 2016, it employs an estimated 100-200 people and has an estimated revenue band of $250-500M. In April 2026 it was awarded a Naval Air Systems Command contract to supply four metal additive manufacturing machines, valued at under $31 million. It serves aerospace, defense, automotive, energy, and healthcare customers.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 2016 |
Employees | 100-200 |
Revenue | $250-500M (estimated) |
Primary capability | Metal Fabrication |
Certifications | AS9100 · ISO 9001 · Nadcap |
What GE Additive makes
The company holds AS9100, ISO 9001, and Nadcap certifications and offers electron beam melting printers under its Spectra Portfolio along with high-performance metal powders.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include Casting (source: colibriumadditive.com).
Certifications
GE Additive is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
AS9100 — airframer.com
ISO 9001 — airframer.com
Nadcap — airframer.com
Trade and customs footprint
The record includes an April 2026 Naval Air Systems Command contract for four metal additive manufacturing machines valued at under $31 million, awarded to the company and reported by Metal AM and Seeking Alpha. US customs bill-of-lading records list 12 inbound shipments across 6 foreign suppliers, with top origins including Belgium · Germany · Slovenia · Spain.
Known customers
The counterparties below come from public sources that state the relationship directly. A shared counterparty does not by itself establish a current buying relationship unless the source says so:
GE Aerospace — reported by geaerospace.com
Latest developments
2026-06-17 — Flying into the Future: Avio Aero and Colibrium Additive | Colibrium Additive (colibriumadditive.com)
2026-06-17 — News | Colibrium Additive (colibriumadditive.com)
2026-04-23 — Colibrium to supply four metal AM machines under $31M NAVAIR contract (metal-am.com)
2026-04-22 — Colibrium Additive awarded Naval Air Systems Command contract to advance metal additive manufacturing | Colibrium Additive (colibriumadditive.com)
2026-04-22 — GE's Colibrium Additive wins $31M Navy contract for metal 3D printing support (GE:NYSE) | Seeking Alpha (seekingalpha.com)
2026-04-02 — SAM.gov (sam.gov)
Company details
The company is a core business unit of GE Aerospace, which it is reported to serve as a customer, and it is not publicly traded. GE Additive was founded in 2016, and has an estimated 100-200 employees. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 10 years in operation (founded 2016). Holds AS9100, ISO 9001, Nadcap certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does GE Additive make?
Colibrium Additive, formerly GE Additive, makes metal additive manufacturing systems, metal powders, and related services including consultation, technology integration, and training. It is listed as headquartered in the United States in the record, though its public profile places its headquarters in Lichtenfels, Bavaria, Germany, and it operates as a business unit of GE Aerospace. Founded in 2016, it employs an estimated 100-200 people and has an estimated revenue band of $250-500M. In April 2026 it was awarded a Naval Air Systems Command contract to supply four metal additive manufacturing machines, valued at under $31 million. It serves aerospace, defense, automotive, energy, and healthcare customers.
When was GE Additive founded?
GE Additive was founded in 2016.
How big is GE Additive?
GE Additive has an estimated 100-200 employees, with revenue in the $250-500M range (estimated).
What certifications does GE Additive hold?
GE Additive lists AS9100 · ISO 9001 · Nadcap on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
Does GE Additive import from overseas suppliers?
US customs bill-of-lading records show 12 inbound shipments for GE Additive, with top origins including Belgium · Germany · Slovenia · Spain.
Who are GE Additive's customers?
Public sources directly reference GE Aerospace as a counterparty of GE Additive. Confirm current programs with the company, as reported relationships may change.
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