Stratasys Acquires MarkForged for $42.5M

Stratasys is significantly enhancing its additive manufacturing capabilities, particularly for the demanding aerospace and defense sectors, through a strategic acquisition. The company has agreed to purchase MarkForged, a subsidiary of Nano Dimension, in an all-cash deal valued at approximately $42.5 million. This move is designed to bolster Stratasys' offerings for production-grade applications requiring robust performance and scalability.

The integration of MarkForged's established Digital Forge platform, which encompasses hardware, proprietary materials, and advanced software features like simulation and automated print optimization, is expected to be a key driver. MarkForged's expertise in Fused Filament Fabrication (FFF) and its distinctive Continuous Carbon Fiber technology allow for the creation of lightweight yet exceptionally strong components, directly addressing critical needs in high-stakes industries. This acquisition is anticipated to close in the latter half of 2026, subject to regulatory approvals.

This transaction is projected to be financially accretive for Stratasys within a year of closing. The company anticipates improvements in gross margins, substantial cost synergies, and a positive contribution to adjusted EBITDA in the initial year post-acquisition. Stratasys plans to provide updated financial guidance once the deal is finalized. The acquisition also aims to leverage MarkForged's approximately $70 million in 2025 revenue, excluding its Metal Binder Jetting product line which Nano Dimension will retain.

Beyond product integration, the acquisition promises to expand Stratasys' global distribution network and reseller channels. This will create substantial cross-selling opportunities and strengthen the company's go-to-market strategy worldwide. The combined entity is better positioned to meet the escalating customer demand for resilient supply chains, agile manufacturing processes, and reliable, production-ready components across sectors like automotive and industrial manufacturing, in addition to its core focus on aerospace and defense.

Furthermore, MarkForged's sophisticated software suite, which includes features for manufacturing workflow management, remote printing, simulation, inspection, and security, is expected to complement and enhance Stratasys' existing digital manufacturing solutions. The addition of MarkForged's high-performance polymer and metal filament portfolio will also significantly broaden Stratasys' material science capabilities, catering to a wider array of applications within key industries.

Dr. Yoav Zeif, CEO of Stratasys, highlighted the strategic importance of this acquisition, stating, “This acquisition further advances our capabilities to meet customers’ growing needs in critical areas such as defense and aerospace at a time when additive manufacturing continues to displace traditional manufacturing for high requirement applications in production. We believe that our teams can immediately reinvigorate revenue growth by adding MarkForged, Inc.’s products and software systems as we leverage our leading partner networks. We are confident this transaction will strengthen Stratasys’ position in many of the largest and most structurally critical industries where performance, supply chain resilience, reliability, and scalability are essential.”