LUBECK, Germany, Nov 21, 2025 – Certified metal additive manufacturing specialist Hypermetal has announced the acquisition of a Nikon SLM NXG XII 600 system, expanding its production capacity for aerospace and defense applications. This investment reinforces Hypermetal’s position as a leading European service provider in certified, large-scale metal additive manufacturing.
The new NXG XII 600 system addresses previous production limitations in build volume and throughput, enabling Hypermetal to manufacture larger, flight-critical components faster and with higher consistency. By adopting Nikon SLM Solutions’ high-performance multi-laser technology, the company strengthens its process control and qualification capability under EN9100 and ISO9001 standards — essential for demanding aerospace and defense programs.
This investment is part of Hypermetal’s approved project under Portugal 2030 – Productive Innovation, a national funding program that supports companies in adopting advanced technologies and expanding industrial capabilities. Hypermetal’s project was selected for its strategic relevance to the aerospace and space sectors.
The investment is also aligned with national priorities. In a formal letter of endorsement, the Portuguese Space Agency (PT Space) recognized Hypermetal’s contribution to strengthening Portugal’s and Europe’s independent access to space, highlighting the importance of expanding industrial capabilities in laser powder bed fusion (LPBF) for propulsion systems and other mission-critical applications.
“This investment marks an important step in Hypermetal’s growth,” said Afonso Nogueira, Founder and CEO of Hypermetal. “By adding the Nikon SLM NXG system to our production capabilities, we are strengthening our ability to support demanding aerospace and defense programs with certified, high-quality additive manufacturing. It also allows our customers to access state-of-the-art technology on demand — whether to expand their own production capacity or to accelerate new developments. We see this as a strategic move toward deeper integration in the European advanced manufacturing supply chain.”
The NXG XII 600 will be used to produce functional components and demonstrators for propulsion systems, structural assemblies, and thermal management applications. Initially focused on the aerospace, space, and defense industries, the system will also support complex geometries, lightweight structures, and high-performance materials such as Inconel across other advanced industrial sectors.
“Nikon SLM Solutions offers unmatched reliability and productivity for large-scale additive manufacturing,” said Nogueira. “The NXG platform’s precision, scalability, and proven performance for aerospace applications perfectly align with Hypermetal’s goals of delivering flight-critical components under EN9100 and ISO9001 quality standards.”
“Hypermetal represents exactly the type of forward-looking partner driving the European AM ecosystem forward,” said Sam O’Leary, CEO of Nikon SLM Solutions. “Their investment in the NXG XII 600 underscores how industrial-scale metal AM is evolving from an experimental technology to a trusted production tool for critical applications in aerospace and defense. Together, we’re enabling a more resilient, capable, and independent European manufacturing supply chain.”
This milestone positions Hypermetal as a certified and qualified subcontracting partner for large-format metal AM projects. It strengthens the European additive manufacturing ecosystem by expanding available capacity and ensuring consistent, certified quality across the supply chain.
About Hypermetal
Hypermetal is a certified metal additive manufacturing company based in Portugal, specialized in producing high-performance components for aerospace, defense, space, and other advanced industries. Operating under EN9100 and ISO9001 certifications, Hypermetal delivers manufacturing solutions from functional prototypes to flight-ready parts, combining quality, flexibility, and innovation. With this new investment, Hypermetal aims to expand its capabilities and reinforce its role as a trusted supplier for leading OEMs and prime contractors in Europe.
About Nikon SLM Solutions
Nikon SLM Solutions AG is a global provider of integrated metal additive manufacturing solutions. Leading the industry since its inception, it continues to drive the future of metal AM in every major industry with its customers’ long-term success at its core. Nikon SLM Solutions is home to the world’s fastest metal additive manufacturing machines boasting up to 12 lasers and enabling build rates of up to 1000ccm/h. With a portfolio of systems to suit every customer’s needs, along with its team of experts closely collaborating at every stage of the process, Nikon SLM Solutions leads the way on return on investment with maximum efficiency, productivity, and profitability. Nikon SLM Solutions believes that additive manufacturing is the future of manufacturing and has the desire and capability to take its customers there – right now.
Nikon SLM Solutions AG is a Company headquartered in Germany, with offices in Canada, France, India, Italy, Singapore, South Korea, and the United States.Further information is available on www.nikon-slm-solutions.com.
