US 3D printing specialist 3D Systems generated revenue of 94.5 million US dollars in the first quarter of 2025 – a decline of 8% compared to the same period last year. The company attributes the decline primarily to lower demand in the materials sector, particularly in the dental aligner segment. At the same time, sales of new printer systems grew, albeit under the influence of hesitant investments due to economic uncertainties and the threat of customs measures.
In the Healthcare division, turnover fell by 9 percent to 41.3 million US dollars. The Industrial division recorded a drop of 7 percent to 53.2 million US dollars. The gross margin fell from 39.8 to 34.6 percent. The net loss increased significantly to 37 million US dollars, compared to 16 million US dollars in the same quarter of the previous year. Adjusted EBITDA also fell to minus 23.9 million US dollars.
Despite these losses, 3D Systems believes it is well positioned technologically. The focus is on new hardware platforms in metal and polymer printing. These are increasingly being used in areas such as aerospace, defense and medical manufacturing. Growth of 17 percent was achieved in the area of personalized healthcare solutions in particular.
In order to stabilize the financial situation, the company is continuing the cost-cutting strategy announced in the previous year. The measures taken to date have already led to savings of around USD 5 million in the operating area. In addition, 3D Systems announced further cuts that are expected to generate additional savings of USD 20 million in 2025. These measures include workforce adjustments and the consolidation of locations.
The forecast for the current financial year has been withdrawn due to continued reluctance to invest on the part of customers. Nevertheless, the company believes it is well positioned for the long term as soon as the willingness to invest recovers. The sale of the Geomagic portfolio in April generated additional liquidity of over USD 100 million and significantly strengthened the balance sheet.
3D Systems now intends to focus more on operational efficiency and profitability without compromising on technological development.
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