AMAREA Technology originates from the Fraunhofer Institute for Ceramic Technologies and Systems IKTS in Dresden – Europe’s largest applied research institute for ceramics. There, our founders developed Multi Material Jetting (MMJ) in response to the limitations of conventional 3D printing processes when working with high-performance multi-material systems.
In 2017, our co-founder Steven successfully produced the world’s first multi-material 3D printed ceramic component – marking a technological milestone in ceramic additive manufacturing. What began as thermoplastic 3D printing evolved into a breakthrough platform for oxide ceramics and advanced material combinations, including stainless steel with zirconia. Through major research initiatives such as the EU project CerAMfacturing and several Fraunhofer-internal programs, MMJ matured into a technology capable of processing up to four materials within a single component, including functionalized systems such as borosilicate glass and near-net-shape tool blanks.
Building on this foundation, AMAREA Technology was officially founded in 2023. The company was launched with the trust and support of a private investor, Lithoz GmbH – the global market leader in ceramic 3D printing based in Vienna, Austria – and Sächsische Beteiligungsgesellschaft mbH (SBG). Their backing enabled the successful transfer of research into an industrial platform.
Today, the majority of company shares remain in the hands of the three founders, ensuring technological independence, entrepreneurial continuity, and a long-term strategic vision.
OUR VISION
Our vision is to unlock the full potential of Multi-Material Additive Manufacturing and redefine how high-performance components are designed and produced. By combining multiple materials within a single manufacturing process, we enable intelligent, functional, and resource-efficient components that were previously impossible to realize.
Multi Material Jetting opens new possibilities for functional integration, material optimization, and performance-driven design – from conductive and insulating structures within one part to complex hybrid systems that reduce assembly steps and material waste.
We aim to empower manufacturers to rethink product architecture, conserve valuable resources, and create smarter, more sustainable solutions. Together with our partners, we are shaping the next generation of Additive Manufacturing – where materials no longer limit innovation.
OUR MISSION
Our mission is to advance Additive Manufacturing by developing a new generation of reliable, high-performance Multi-Material 3D printing systems. We enable the precise processing of advanced ceramics and hybrid material combinations to create functional, intelligent, and resource-efficient components that integrate multiple properties within a single part.
By combining deep material science expertise with robust engineering, we provide industrial-grade solutions that ensure reproducibility, scalability, and long-term process stability. Our technology reduces assembly complexity, optimizes material usage, and opens new design freedoms for engineers and manufacturers.
We empower our customers to transform ambitious Multi-Material concepts into manufacturable reality – from feasibility validation and prototyping to scalable production environments.
OUR VALUES
Our values are rooted in the principles of our founders and shape everything we do. Quality, innovation, and customer focus define our daily work, while transparency and reliability guide our partnerships.
We are committed to acting responsibly – environmentally, socially, and economically. These values form the foundation of our long-term relationships, our technological excellence, and our ambition to create meaningful impact through Multi-Material Additive Manufacturing.
1. Customer Focus
AMAREA is driven by the needs and ambitions of its customers. We develop solutions tailored to specific industrial requirements and application challenges. If a project extends beyond our direct portfolio, we leverage our strong partner network to ensure a reliable and effective solution.
2. Quality Consciousness
We are committed to delivering high-performance products and services that meet the highest technical and industrial standards. Quality is not an option – it is the foundation of our technology, processes, and partnerships.
3. Innovative Spirit
Innovation is at the core of AMAREA. We continuously advance Multi-Material Additive Manufacturing to unlock new functional possibilities, improve material performance, and create competitive advantages for our customers.
4. Transparency
Open and honest communication defines our collaborations. We believe that long-term partnerships are built on trust, clarity, and shared objectives – creating sustainable value for all stakeholders.
5. Reliability
Industrial applications demand consistency. We strive for dependable processes, predictable results, and on-time delivery. The same reliability we expect from our partners, we commit to ourselves.
6. Environmental Awareness
Sustainability is an integral part of our technological approach. Through resource-efficient processes and environmentally considerate materials, including biodegradable binders, we actively reduce environmental impact while maintaining high performance standards.
7. Social Responsibility
As a growing company, we take our social responsibility seriously. Whenever possible, we support initiatives and activities that contribute to community development and sustainable progress. Even as a small and dedicated team, we believe that responsible action – in business and beyond – is part of building a company with long-term impact.
Partner & Friends
Collaborating with leading minds in advanced manufacturing
Startup & Research Funding
AMAREA Technology emerged from the CerAM MMJ project and received funding from the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy and the European Social Fund (ESF) as part of the EXIST programme.
Regional Innovation Support
AMAREA Technology receives financial support for technology transfer and market entry activities through innovation programmes of the Free State of Saxony administered by the Saxon Development Bank (SAB) and co-financed by the European Union.
