Verified Nov 2026
Metal Fabrication
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Luebeck, Schleswig-Holstein
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Since 2000
Nikon SLM Solutions makes industrial metal additive manufacturing systems based on Selective Laser Melting, along with metal powders, software, and customer support services. The company is headquartered in Luebeck, Germany, and was founded in 2000. It employs between 500 and 1,000 people and is a wholly owned subsidiary of Nikon Corporation, with its shares listed under the ticker AM3D. It serves automotive, electric-vehicle, medical, military-defense, renewable-energy, and industrial-equipment customers. In October 2026, Nikon Advanced Manufacturing reported a contract with the U.S. Department of War for Tomahawk production.
Nikon SLM Solutions at a glance
Revenue
123.8M
Employees
500-1,000
Founded
2000
Headquarters
Luebeck, Schleswig-Holstein
Ownership
Publicly traded (FRA: AM3D)
Certifications
ISO 14001 · ISO 9001 · ITAR registered
Import activity
27
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Medical
Military & Defense
Renewable Energy
Industrial Equipment
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
27
Named foreign suppliers
2
Top origins
Germany · Portugal
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from Nikon SLM Solutions.
What this tells a buyer
Nikon SLM Solutions announced in July 2026 that Beehive Industries had placed a multi-unit order for its NXG 600E systems to support space and aerospace and defense demand.
The company holds ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certifications and is ITAR registered, and its NXG XII 600 multi-laser metal printing system is designed for high-productivity serial production.
Bosch is a reported customer of Nikon SLM Solutions, and the company reports revenue of approximately 123.8 million.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & strong
26 years in operation (founded 2000).
Publicly listed; no distress event on record.
Holds ISO 14001, ISO 9001, ITAR registered certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
Nikon SLM Solutions makes industrial metal additive manufacturing systems based on Selective Laser Melting, along with metal powders, software, and customer support services. The company is headquartered in Luebeck, Germany, and was founded in 2000. It employs between 500 and 1,000 people and is a wholly owned subsidiary of Nikon Corporation, with its shares listed under the ticker AM3D. It serves automotive, electric-vehicle, medical, military-defense, renewable-energy, and industrial-equipment customers. In October 2026, Nikon Advanced Manufacturing reported a contract with the U.S. Department of War for Tomahawk production.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 2000 |
Headquarters | Luebeck, Schleswig-Holstein |
Employees | 500-1,000 |
Revenue | 123.8M |
Ownership | Publicly traded (FRA: AM3D) |
Primary capability | Metal Fabrication |
Certifications | ISO 14001 · ISO 9001 · ITAR registered |
What Nikon SLM Solutions makes
The company holds ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certifications and is ITAR registered, and its NXG XII 600 multi-laser metal printing system is designed for high-productivity serial production.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include Aluminum, Casting, Forging, Casting And Forging (source: nikon-slm-solutions.com).
Certifications
Nikon SLM Solutions is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
ISO 14001 — nikon-slm-solutions.com
ISO 9001 — nikon-slm-solutions.com
ITAR registered — nikon-slm-solutions.com
Trade and customs footprint
Nikon SLM Solutions announced in July 2026 that Beehive Industries had placed a multi-unit order for its NXG 600E systems to support space and aerospace and defense demand. US customs bill-of-lading records list 27 inbound shipments across 2 foreign suppliers, with top origins including Germany · Portugal.
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:
Bosch — reported by nikon-slm-solutions.com
Latest developments
2026-11-05 — Nikon SLM Solutions announces new leadership structure with CEO Sam O'Leary transitioning into advisory role (tctmagazine.com)
2026-11-03 — Nikon SLM Solutions and PanOptimization Team Up on Metal AM Simulation - 3DPrint.com | Additive Manufacturing Business (3dprint.com)
2026-10-22 — Nikon Advanced Manufacturing Announces Contract with Department of War Cornerstone Other Transaction Authority (COTA) for Tomahawk Production | Nikon SLM Solutions (nikon-slm-solutions.com)
2026-07-07 — Beehive Industries Invests in Multi-Unit Order of Nikon SLM Solutions NXG 600E Systems to Scale and Meet Surging Space and A&D Customer Demand | Nikon SLM Solutions (nikon-slm-solutions.com)
2026-02-26 — February 2026 Newsletter (nikon-slm-solutions.com)
2026-02-09 — Nikon writes down ¥90bn on SLM Solutions as metal 3D printing growth expectations reset - 3D Printing Industry (3dprintingindustry.com)
Company details
Bosch is a reported customer of Nikon SLM Solutions, and the company reports revenue of approximately 123.8 million. Nikon SLM Solutions was founded in 2000, has an estimated 500-1,000 employees, and is headquartered in Luebeck, Schleswig-Holstein. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & strong": 26 years in operation (founded 2000). Publicly listed; no distress event on record. Holds ISO 14001, ISO 9001, ITAR registered certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does Nikon SLM Solutions make?
Nikon SLM Solutions makes industrial metal additive manufacturing systems based on Selective Laser Melting, along with metal powders, software, and customer support services. The company is headquartered in Luebeck, Germany, and was founded in 2000. It employs between 500 and 1,000 people and is a wholly owned subsidiary of Nikon Corporation, with its shares listed under the ticker AM3D. It serves automotive, electric-vehicle, medical, military-defense, renewable-energy, and industrial-equipment customers. In October 2026, Nikon Advanced Manufacturing reported a contract with the U.S. Department of War for Tomahawk production.
Where is Nikon SLM Solutions headquartered?
Nikon SLM Solutions is headquartered in Luebeck, Schleswig-Holstein (4 Estlandring, Luebeck, Schleswig-Holstein, 23560).
When was Nikon SLM Solutions founded?
Nikon SLM Solutions was founded in 2000.
How big is Nikon SLM Solutions?
Nikon SLM Solutions has an estimated 500-1,000 employees, with revenue in the 123.8M range.
Is Nikon SLM Solutions publicly traded?
Publicly traded (FRA: AM3D). Public financial figures are drawn from its filings.
What certifications does Nikon SLM Solutions hold?
Nikon SLM Solutions lists ISO 14001 · ISO 9001 · ITAR registered on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
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Location & contact
Phone
+49 45 140603000
Certification
ISO 14001 · ISO 9001 · ITAR registered
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