Maritime use of large-scale 3D printing seen in 3-5 years
Observers say technology needs better cost efficiency, third-party certification and laying building blocks for value chain
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ADVANCEMENT in 3D printing is making the application of the technology possible for some ship components in Singapore, but industry-wide applications will take some time, observers say.
3D printing, or laser added additive manufacturing, is expected to take off in a big way in the maritime sector only from 2021. The groundwork for its large-scale applications is still being laid out.
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