Dubai Startup Uses 3D Printing to Transform Local Manufacturing

Dubai Startup Revolutionizes Manufacturing with 3D-Printed Parts Dubai, UAE – May 19, 2025 – In a move that promises to transform the UAE's manufacturing sector, a local start-up, The AM Lab, has launched a cutting-edge 3D printing factory housed in a repurposed shipping container. This innovative solution allows manufacturers to produce specialized machine parts locally, eliminating the need for costly and time-consuming imports. The AM Lab's founder, Abdullah Al Awadhi, explains, "This is a retired shipping container, and we have turned it into a factory, our AM factory." The company's digital platform simplifies the process, enabling clients to upload design files, select materials, receive instant quotes, and seamlessly manage production. This approach not only reduces manufacturing costs but also significantly shortens lead times. The AM Lab's platform connects customers directly with machine shops, streamlining the entire process. Al Awadhi adds, "The AM Lab is a platform that connects people, just the same way Uber connects drivers to its customers. We connect customers to machine shops." This initiative is poised to boost local manufacturing capabilities and contribute to the UAE's economic diversification efforts. The AM Lab's innovative approach and user-friendly platform are setting a new standard for digital manufacturing in the region.