Who Were the Winners of the Formnext Start-Up Challenge 2021?

Formnext 2021 started this week and has been an incredible opportunity for many of the leading actors in additive manufacturing to get together after two years to connect and share ideas. One aspect of the trade show that particularly excited us was the award ceremony for the Formnext Start-Up Challenge 2021 which recognized five up and coming, innovative start-ups in AM on November 16th. Atlant 3D Nanosystems, Azul 3D, Fited, Print Parts and Nobula, as well as the winner of the AM Ventures Impact Award, Vispala Technologies, impressed the judges with their innovative technologies and applications.

This is the seventh time that the start-up challenge is taking place at Formnext. It recognizes companies that are no more than five years old and is designed as well to help support startups, not just through recognition but also by providing free participation in the trade show and a comprehensive marketing package. Winners are chosen from a panel of judges from industry, science, media, and investment and are able to participate in a pitch event on the 16th, helping them to make important contacts within the industry. One startup is also recognized each year for the AM Ventures Impact Award which is given to an applicant concerned with sustainability, including environmental considerations and social aspects.

The award ceremony for the Start-Up Challenge took place at Formnext on Tuesday, November 16th (photo credits: 3Dnatives)

Who are the winning startups 2021?