My Take (Arnulf Christa): Matthäi is setting an example: anyone who stops treating 3D printing as an experiment and instead establishes a dedicated department sends a clear signal to the market that they are serious. This is not a gimmick, it is a business model. Large companies should act now to avoid losing ground with this technology.
The German construction group Matthäi has established a dedicated business unit for 3D concrete printing following the successful completion of its new corporate headquarters. Matthäi Schlüsselfertigbau, a subsidiary of the Matthäi Group, now operates as the first independent 3D printing division within a major German construction enterprise, signaling a shift from experimental pilot projects to commercial-scale operations.
The new two-story headquarters in Selsingen, Lower Saxony, spans 364 square meters and was constructed using a COBOD BOD2 concrete printing system. The building was occupied in July 2026, demonstrating the viability of large-scale additive construction technology for commercial real estate applications. This milestone reflects growing confidence in 3D printing as a scalable construction method within Germany’s building industry.
The establishment of a dedicated 3D printing division represents a pivotal moment for construction technology in Germany. By transitioning from isolated pilot projects to a structured business line, Matthäi has positioned itself as a pioneer in industrialized construction methods, addressing longstanding industry challenges in labor productivity, cost efficiency, and construction timelines.
Source: Robotics & Automation News