Singapore’s Defence Science and Technology Agency (DSTA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Denmark’s Odense Maritime Technology Group (OMT) to explore the application of additive manufacturing (3D printing) in naval contexts. This collaboration, announced during IMDEX Asia 2025, aims to investigate the use of 3D printing in designing small unmanned surface vessels and developing scalable production methods.
This partnership builds upon previous collaborations between DSTA and OMT, notably the development of Singapore’s Multi-Role Combat Vessel (MRCV). The MRCV, designed to function as a mothership for unmanned systems, incorporates advanced technologies and is based on OMT’s Iver Huitfeldt and Absalon designs.
The MoU signifies a strategic move to integrate cutting-edge manufacturing techniques into naval engineering, potentially enhancing the efficiency and adaptability of future maritime assets.
Sources: odensemaritime.com, Naval News, AsiapacificDefenseReporter
