AML3D Reports Record A$16.5M in Orders as U.S. Defense Work Expands

Australian metal additive manufacturing company AML3D (ASX: AL3) has reported approximately A$16.5 million (~$11.7 million USD) in orders in hand, marking a significant milestone in its half-year results for the period ending December 31, 2025.

U.S. Defense Expansion

The strong order book reflects AML3D's growing footprint in the U.S. defense manufacturing ecosystem. The company has secured several high-profile contracts, including:

• Newport News Shipbuilding: An order valued at approximately A$4.5 million for two custom ARCEMY metal 3D printing systems. These will be the 9th and 10th ARCEMY systems deployed in support of the U.S. Navy maritime industrial base.
• FasTech LLC: A ~A$1.7 million order for an ARCEMY X system from a U.S. defense and industrial supplier.

The custom systems, based on AML3D large-scale ARCEMY X platform, feature a 10,886-kg positioner for heavy-build capability-critical for large marine components.

Wire Additive Manufacturing (WAM)

AML3D proprietary WAM technology uses wire feedstock to build large-scale metal parts. Compared to traditional manufacturing methods like casting and forging, the company claims its approach offers faster production times, reduced material waste, and a lower environmental footprint.

What This Means

AML3D record order book signals strong momentum for wire-arc additive manufacturing in defense. With the U.S. Navy actively integrating 3D printing into its shipbuilding supply chain, AML3D is positioned as a key supplier of large-format metal additive systems.