Tawazun Council, the UAE defense and security acquisitions authority, has launched the first Emirati 3D printing center of excellence (CoE) “Sindan”, in collaboration with local companies.
The Centre will be in charge of regulating all 3D printing in the UAE, as well as meeting any future needs for additive manufacturing. In addition to aiding and speeding up the expansion of the additive manufacturing sector, the Center will also perform research and development on key and important components.
Mr. Shareef Hashim Al Hashmi, CEO of Tawazun Council, pointed out that the opening of the center is a significant step forward for the UAE in the field of advanced manufacturing and exemplifies the country’s dedication to innovation and development in this industry.
Shareef Hashim Al Hashmi CEO – Tawazun Council
“The launch of the first Emirati Centre of Excellence for 3D Printing is a major milestone and a testament to the UAE’s commitment to innovation and technological advancement. We are confident that this center will play a crucial role in shaping the future of the additive manufacturing industry in the UAE and beyond. The center will play a significant role in guaranteeing future growth and worldwide market competitiveness for the nation.”
Mr. Muammar Abdulla Abushehab, Sector Chief, of Defense and Security Industrial Affairs of Tawazun Council, said that “The primary tasks of the center will involve influencing additive manufacturing and 3D printing strategies in the defense, aerospace, and other sectors. It will also serve as a bridge between industry, and academia, fulfilling national needs by offering 3D printing certification, studying and developing standards and validation, and expanding the UAE’s footprint in the global supply chain.”
“Through the training and development of Emiratis’ functional and scientific skills, the center will boost capacities by providing them with additional high-quality, long-term employment prospects. This is in line with the vision of the UAE’s leadership that places a top priority on the development of Emirati capabilities,” Mr. Abdulla Abushehab added.
