Namthaja Unveils World’s First 3D Printed Gangway for Marine Industry

Saudi Arabian 3D printing service Namthaja recently unveiled a groundbreaking project they have been working on. Utilizing Caracol’s large-scale 3D printing technology, the company successfully manufactured the world’s first 3D printed gangway for the marine industry. This gangway, measuring three meters in length and over half a meter in width, is designed to facilitate the embarkation and disembarkation of passengers from boats or ships.

Constructed in a single piece using a durable and corrosion-resistant composite material, the 3D printed gangway can withstand loads of up to 750 kg with a deflection below 20 mm, meeting industry standards. Tested and approved by the American Bureau Shipping (ABS), one of the top ship classification organizations globally, the gangway demonstrates the innovative applications of additive manufacturing in the maritime sector. Namthaja expressed their pride in achieving this milestone, highlighting the strength and reliability of their 3D printed solution.

Namthaja chose to utilize Caracol’s Heron AM system for this project, adding to their extensive portfolio of over 60 3D printers. The company, offering a range of AM services including FDM, SLA, SLS, SLM, and WAAM/DED processes, has produced over 150,000 parts for various industries. Caracol’s Co-Founder and CEO praised Namthaja’s expertise in additive manufacturing and their commitment to innovation.

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