Ecosistema GO, a new consortium aimed at helping Spanish industries accelerate the adoption of additive manufacturing, has been officially launched with support from the Center for the Development of Industrial Technology (CDTI). The initiative, funded through the Innovation Ecosystems based on Networks of Excellence Cervera grant program, brings together leading organizations in the sector to strengthen knowledge transfer and promote industrial deployment of 3D printing technologies.
The consortium is led by Leitat as coordinator, alongside Aitiip Centro Tecnológico, Idonial, Aimen, Addimat, HP, and Meltio, a manufacturer of wire-laser metal 3D printing solutions. Ecosistema GO focuses on strategic sectors including defence, automotive, aerospace, naval, mining, and oil and gas, where additive manufacturing can deliver manufacturing autonomy, increased productivity, and reduced production costs.
Ecosistema GO Develops Comprehensive Capability Mapping
One of the primary initiatives within Ecosistema GO is the development of a comprehensive capability map that will catalogue technological resources, infrastructure, specialisation areas, and research and development projects related to 3D printing throughout Spain. This structured approach aims to identify strengths within the national additive manufacturing ecosystem while detecting opportunities for collaboration.
The capability mapping tool will serve as a strategic resource for guiding investment decisions and technological development initiatives across the Spanish industrial landscape. By providing a clear overview of existing capabilities and resources, the system will enable more effective coordination between research institutions, technology providers, and industrial users.
“Ecosistema GO represents a unique opportunity to align capabilities, generate synergies and accelerate the real incorporation of additive manufacturing in Spanish industry. Our commitment is clear: to promote a collaborative network that converts knowledge into concrete, accessible and sustainable solutions for the productive sectors.”
– David Adrover Iglesias, General Secretary of IAM3DHUB
Sector-Specific Workshops and Knowledge Transfer
Ecosistema GO has planned a series of sector-specific workshops targeting key industrial areas including automotive, energy, and aerospace. These events are designed to demonstrate the real capabilities of additive manufacturing to different industrial segments while sharing success stories and defining effective adoption strategies.
The workshops will serve as platforms for knowledge exchange between technology providers and potential industrial users, helping to bridge the gap between additive manufacturing capabilities and practical applications. Through these sessions, the consortium aims to address specific challenges and opportunities within each sector, facilitating more targeted adoption of 3D printing technologies.
This sector-focused approach recognises that different industries have varying requirements and constraints when implementing additive manufacturing solutions. By tailoring discussions and presentations to specific industrial contexts, Ecosistema GO aims to provide more relevant and actionable insights for potential adopters.
Open Innovation Network for Broader Impact
Ecosistema GO is structured as an open initiative that welcomes new participants beyond its founding members. Companies, research centres, and organisations interested in joining the innovation network can apply through the official website, expanding both the impact and sustainability of the initiative.
This open approach reflects the consortium’s commitment to creating a truly collaborative ecosystem for additive manufacturing in Spain. By welcoming additional participants, Ecosistema GO aims to capture a broader range of expertise and perspectives while ensuring that the benefits of the initiative reach a wider audience.
The project timeline extends until December 2025, providing sufficient time to establish sustainable networks and implement comprehensive strategies for additive manufacturing adoption. During this period, Ecosistema GO aims to consolidate its position as the reference point for industrial additive manufacturing applications in Spain.
The consortium’s collaborative model addresses one of the key challenges in technology adoption: the disconnect between research capabilities and industrial implementation. By bringing together research institutions, technology centers, equipment manufacturers, and potential users, Ecosistema GO creates a comprehensive ecosystem that can address adoption barriers from multiple angles.
Strategic Impact on Spanish Manufacturing
The establishment of Ecosistema GO comes at a time when additive manufacturing is increasingly recognised as essential for the transformation of Spanish industry. The technology offers particular advantages for manufacturing autonomy, enabling companies to produce parts locally rather than relying on traditional supply chains.
Adrover emphasised the broader objectives of the initiative: “This project allows us to take a decisive step towards a more agile, innovative and resilient industry, and to promote its adoption and impact on the industry at a national level.”
The consortium’s focus on multiple strategic sectors reflects the versatility of additive manufacturing technology and its potential to transform various aspects of Spanish industrial production. From defence applications requiring rapid prototyping to automotive parts manufacturing and aerospace component production, the technology offers solutions across diverse industrial challenges.
By creating a coordinated approach to additive manufacturing adoption, Ecosistema GO aims to position Spain as a leader in industrial 3D printing applications while ensuring that Spanish companies can compete effectively in an increasingly digital manufacturing environment.
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