Roboze has formalised a partnership with global energy company SLB by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at establishing local production capabilities for non-metallic 3D printed components in Saudi Arabia. This significant agreement was finalised during the In-Kingdom Total Value Add (IKTVA) 2025 Forum and Exhibition.
The collaboration between Roboze and SLB is designed to align with Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 initiative, which focuses on promoting sustainability and diversifying the economy through enhanced in-country manufacturing processes. Both companies have been engaged in cooperative efforts since 2021, working to evaluate, identify, and manufacture essential spare parts for applications within the downhole oil and gas sectors. This includes the use of advanced materials such as PEEK and carbon fibre PEEK, which are suitable for additive manufacturing.
Alessio Lorusso, CEO of Roboze, articulated the significance of this partnership, stating, “Our MoU with SLB in Saudi Arabia exemplifies our commitment to enabling local manufacturing. By using our advanced manufacturing technologies for localised production of SLB parts, we are proud to contribute to Vision 2030 and drive innovation in KSA.”
This MoU promises to enhance the agility and efficiency of production within the region by allowing SLB to obtain Roboze-qualified components on demand. The potential implications of this agreement stretch beyond just localised manufacturing; it signifies a broader trend in the energy sector towards integrating advanced technologies to bolster operations and reduce dependency on external supply chains.
In a related development, earlier this month, Roboze appointed SOLIZE Corporation as an authorised distributor of its 3D printing products in Japan, further illustrating the company's strategic expansion into international markets and its commitment to advancing additive manufacturing technologies.
Source: Noah Wire Services