Italian 3D printing specialist Roboze and global energy company SLB have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to boost local manufacturing of high-performance parts in Saudi Arabia. The signing took place as part of the IKTVA 2025 Forum and Exhibition and ties in with the long-term goals of Saudi Vision 2030, which aim for economic diversification and sustainable development.
Since 2021, Roboze and SLB have been working on developing and testing critical spare parts made of superpolymers such as PEEK (polyether ether ketone) and carbon fiber PEEK for use in the oil and gas industry. The materials are characterized by high heat resistance and mechanical strength, which makes them ideal for demanding applications. The current agreement aims to integrate these technologies into local production, which will both shorten supply chains and reduce dependence on global logistics processes.
“Our MoU with SLB in Saudi Arabia exemplifies our commitment to enabling local manufacturing,” said Alessio Lorusso, CEO of Roboze. “By using our advanced manufacturing technologies for localized production of SLB parts, we are proud to contribute to Vision 2030 and drive innovation in KSA.”
The agreement underlines the strategic importance of 3D printing for the creation of a sustainable manufacturing ecosystem. By using Roboze technology and working closely with SLB, a step is being taken towards a digitalized and resource-efficient industry. This initiative shows how additive manufacturing can be used as a key technology to achieve economic and environmental goals.
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