The National Symposium on Additive Manufacturing (NAMS 2024), organized by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) at the SCOPE Complex in New Delhi, showcased the dynamic landscape of India’s additive manufacturing industry. Attended by over 250 professionals including policymakers, government officials, and industry leaders, the symposium aimed to strengthen collaborations and spur innovations across various sectors.
The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) inaugurated the National Symposium on Additive Manufacturing (NAMS-2024) today at the SCOPE Complex in New Delhi, marking a significant stride in India’s commitment to advanced manufacturing technologies. Organized by the National Centre for Additive Manufacturing (NCAM), the event drew over 250 professionals from various sectors, including government ministries, academia, and both domestic and international industries.
Additive Manufacturing Landscape Reports Gets Released at NAMS 2024
Secretary S Krishnan of MeitY opened the symposium, which showcased the latest advancements and applications of Additive Manufacturing (AM) in India. During the event, the ‘Additive Manufacturing Landscape Report’ was released, and attendees witnessed the unveiling of a new indigenously developed additive manufacturing machine. Secretary Krishnan emphasized the transformative potential of AM across multiple sectors and underscored the need for a collaborative network to propel India to the forefront of this innovative field.
The symposium also highlighted the goals of the National Strategy for Additive Manufacturing (NSAM), introduced in 2022, which aims to harness AM technologies to bolster industrial growth, innovation, and inclusive development across India. With seven centers dedicated to AM already operational, the NSAM is actively engaging a broad range of stakeholders to drive forward India’s manufacturing capabilities in areas such as optical computing, electronic components, and renewable energy products.
The National Symposium on Additive Manufacturing (NAMS-2024) showcased a remarkable assembly of stakeholders from across industry, academia, and government sectors, highlighting the collaborative spirit driving India’s additive manufacturing sector forward. Participants at the event included major industry associations like the Electronic Industries Association of India (ELCINA), India Cellular & Electronics Association (ICEA), and Additive Manufacturing Society of India (AMSI). Central ministries such as the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Department of Science and Technology, and the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship also engaged actively, alongside state government representation from Telangana.
The event also attracted significant attention from both national and international corporate giants, including STPL3D, Divide By Zero Technologies, EOS GmbH, Stratasys Ltd., Hewlett-Packard Company, NIKON SLM Solutions, General Electric, and Philips Additive. These participants contributed to extensive panel discussions that offered a comprehensive overview of the Additive Manufacturing ecosystem in India. The discussions aimed to foster understanding and development within the field, highlighting the critical role of additive manufacturing in enhancing India’s manufacturing landscape and establishing a robust network for innovation and growth.
NAMS 2024 facilitated extensive discussions among representatives from key industry associations, central ministries, state governments, and leading companies in the AM sector. This collaborative effort is expected to catalyze significant advancements in India’s manufacturing landscape, making it a pivotal player in the global additive manufacturing arena.
