BCN3D Saved from Bankruptcy through New Asset Acquisition by Quantum

BCN3D, a 3D printer manufacturer, has been acquired by Quantum, a newly established company focused on growing strategic industrial assets. The deal comes less than three months after BCN3D filed for voluntary bankruptcy in May. Quantum will build on BCN3D's investments, infrastructure, and momentum while ensuring continuity across its products, technologies, and brands. BCN3D plans to operate in a leaner, more agile way to strengthen its delivery of 3D printing technology.

Quantum, a newly established company focused on growing strategic industrial assets, has acquired BCN3D, a 3D printer manufacturer. The acquisition comes just three months after BCN3D filed for voluntary bankruptcy in May. Quantum will build on BCN3D's investments, infrastructure, and momentum, ensuring continuity across its products, technologies, and brands. BCN3D plans to operate in a leaner, more agile manner to strengthen its delivery of 3D printing technology [2].

The acquisition is a significant development in the 3D printing industry, which has faced financial headwinds and market stagnation. BCN3D, based in Gavà, Barcelona, specializes in industrial-scale Fused Filament Fabrication (FFF) 3D printers, including its flagship Omega I60 IDEX and Epsilon Series offerings. Historically, BCN3D financed its operations through a mix of private capital and public support. Despite securing €10 million from investors such as CDTI, Mondragón, Yaba, JME Ventures, Accurafy4, Danobat Group, and Victoria Venture, the company faced financial challenges. Annual revenues from 3D printer sales have stagnated at roughly €5 million, and losses since 2018 have reached -€10 million [2].

Quantum, backed by private investors and supported by Spanish firms Sorigué, Banasegur (part of the Sabseg Group), Teberfer, and Inversions Vall, aims to build on BCN3D's foundation to drive innovation and strengthen its position in the market. The acquisition ensures that BCN3D's technologies and roadmap will continue to evolve under a newly revised organizational structure. BCN3D's Headquarters. Photo via BCN3D. Quantum acquires BCN3D’s assets [2].

This acquisition signals a shift in the 3D printing industry, where companies are looking for strategic partners to navigate financial challenges and market uncertainties. Quantum's focus on industrial assets and long-term investment positions it to support BCN3D's growth and resilience. The deal comes at a critical time for the industry, which is on the cusp of transformation driven by advancements in industrial automation, digital manufacturing, and sustainability.

References:
[1] https://www.ainvest.com/news/stratasys-strategic-resilience-stagnant-3d-printing-market-2508/
[2] https://3dprintingindustry.com/news/bcn3d-rescued-following-new-asset-acquisition-243283/