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South Australian additive manufacturing company AML3D has announced the opening of an advanced manufacturing facility in the US Midwestern state of Ohio.
The metal 3D printer company uses patented wire additive manufacturing technology to produce equipment and parts for aerospace, defence, maritime and oil and gas industries. The opening was attended by the Tennessee Valley Authority, defence industry leadership and representatives from federal, state and local government.
The Stow wire-arc additive manufacturing facility is expected to produce critical components for the US Virginia Class Submarine Program, US defence manufacturing capability and to strengthen the trilateral AUKUS partnership between the United States, the United Kingdom and Australia.
“This facility represents more than just an expansion of our operations; it’s a strategic investment in America’s defence industrial base,” AML3D USA president and chief executive officer Pete Goumas said.
“By establishing advanced manufacturing capabilities on US soil, we’re helping to ensure the Navy has reliable, domestic access to the critical components needed for the submarine programs that are vital to national security.
“This investment represents our confidence in Ohio’s skilled workforce and business environment.
“We’re committed to building long-term partnerships with local suppliers and educational institutions to create a sustainable advanced manufacturing ecosystem.”
Two AML3D systems currently operate at the US Navy’s Additive Manufacturing Center of Excellence for research and development of next-generation capabilities.
The facility’s opening aligns with the growing importance of AUKUS defence cooperation and directly supports submarine programs central to maintaining strategic stability in the Indo-Pacific region.
The new facility is expected to create local employment opportunities, with plans to hire skilled technicians, engineers and manufacturing specialists.
AML3D is actively partnering with local educational institutions to develop training programs that will prepare Ohio workers for advanced manufacturing careers.
“AML3D’s investment in Ohio demonstrates the practical benefits of the AUKUS partnership,” AML3D global chief executive officer Sean Ebert said.
“This facility enables us to support all three AUKUS nations while strengthening the allied defence industrial base through advanced manufacturing technologies developed in Australia and now deployed in America.”
The Stow facility advances national economic security by onshoring critical manufacturing capabilities previously dependent on foreign suppliers, enhancing supply chain resilience and reducing defence manufacturing vulnerabilities.
The facility’s dual-use capability serves both defence and civilian infrastructure needs, as demonstrated by the completion of a manufacturing system for the Tennessee Valley Authority.
“I was glad to have the opportunity to tour AML3D’s advanced manufacturing facility and meet with their team and witness the strengthening of America’s defence manufacturing capabilities firsthand,” said Representative Emilia Sykes (OH-13).
“AML3D exemplifies our district’s leadership in cutting-edge manufacturing that not only provides a path to a safer future but also supports the trilateral AUKUS partnership between the United States, United Kingdom and Australia.”
As the first phase of AML3D’s US expansion strategy, the Ohio facility positions the company for potential growth as demand increases.
AML3D is actively exploring opportunities to expand its role in submarine production, aerospace manufacturing and energy infrastructure projects, with additional facilities possible as the market develops.
