Robotic 3D printing in Portugal.

Source: Addidex organisation sheet. Snapshot: 2026-10-14. Listings are not endorsements.

• CDRSP

  Marinha Grande · Portugal · Research Institutions & Universities

  CDRSP – Centre for Rapid and Sustainable Product Development (Polytechnic of Leiria, Portugal) is a leading research institution advancing robotic and large-scale additive manufacturing. Their work spans materials science, hybrid manufacturing, and multi-axis robotic extrusion for polymers, composites, and concrete. CDRSP integrates design, simulation, and production research to enable sustainable, digitally driven manufacturing solutions.

• CeNTI - Centre for Nanotechnology and Advanced Materials

  Vila Nova de Famalicão · Portugal · Research Institutions & Universities

  CeNTI – Centre for Nanotechnology and Smart Materials (Portugal) develops advanced materials and functional coatings for integration in additive manufacturing and robotic 3D printing. The institute explores polymer and composite formulations with embedded functionalities, enabling high-performance and sustainable applications in sectors such as construction, mobility, and design.

• DONE Lab

  Guimarães · Portugal · Research Institutions & Universities

  DONE Lab (University of Minho) is a research laboratory dedicated to robotic additive manufacturing and digital design. It operates multi-material robotic printing systems using pellet extrusion (FGF) and develops new approaches for sustainable product design, material science, and AI-assisted manufacturing.

• INESC TEC

  Porto · Portugal · Research Institutions & Universities

  INESC TEC (Institute for Systems and Computer Engineering, Technology and Science) conducts advanced research in robotic additive manufacturing, automation, and intelligent production systems. The institute develops integrated hardware and software solutions for multi-axis robotic extrusion, digital twins, and process monitoring to enhance precision and scalability in large-format 3D printing.

• Minho University - School of Architecture, Art and Design

  Guimarães · Portugal · Research Institutions & Universities

  ACTech Hub at the University of Minho conducts research at the intersection of architecture, engineering, and digital technologies, with a strong focus on additive manufacturing, robotic construction, and the integration of BIM with generative design. Its activity centres on the development and experimental validation of sustainable and automated building systems, including 3D-printed concrete with natural fibre reinforcement, robotically fabricated architectural components, and modular solutions based on circularity principles. The hub bridges academic research with practical application, fostering collaboration with industry to drive innovation in construction.

• Movecho

  Nelas · Portugal · Manufacturing Services / Print Bureaus

  Movecho offers integrated solutions for bespoke furniture and interiors, combining design, craftsmanship, and robotic manufacturing. The company operates a KUKA robotic arm with a pellet extrusion system for large-format 3D printing of recycled plastics, enabling complex geometries for luxury retail, hospitality, and custom architectural projects.

• Periplast

  Leiria · Portugal · Extruder Providers

  Periplast designs and manufactures extrusion systems and turnkey solutions for robotic additive manufacturing. Through its Extrubot platform, the company develops FGF (Fused Granular Fabrication) extruders optimized for recycled polymers and composite materials, supporting sustainable and support-free large-scale 3D printing.

• PIXOM

  Ermesinde · Portugal · Manufacturing Services / Print Bureaus

  PIXOM is a design brand that merges sustainable materials, generative design, artificial intelligence, and 3D printing with robots, with the creative aim of exploring the transformation between pixels and atoms, digital and physical realms.

• SeaPower

  Figueira da Foz · Portugal · Research Institutions & Universities

  SeaPower develops and applies large-scale robotic 3D printing technologies for marine and energy applications. The company focuses on creating durable, lightweight, and corrosion-resistant components using composite and polymer extrusion processes, contributing to more efficient and sustainable manufacturing within the maritime industry.

• University of Coimbra

  Coimbra · Portugal · Research Institutions & Universities

  University of Coimbra (Portugal) develops robotic metal additive manufacturing systems in collaboration with SINTEF (Norway). Their 6-axis DED (Direct Energy Deposition) setup enables large-scale metal part production with integrated simulation and process optimization capabilities.