2026 marks a pivotal turning point for Nestlé’s digital manufacturing strategy. After a record-breaking year where our Additive Manufacturing (AM) program surpassed 2024 savings by over 30%, we are scaling our operations to meet the next frontier of industrial 3D printing.

​This session dives into the strategic expansion of our UK workshop, featuring the development of a dedicated food-safe room. By integrating advanced technology to produce certified, food-contact parts on-site, Nestlé is significantly reducing lead times and increasing operational efficiency. We will explore the roadmap that led to this expansion and discuss whether this facility represents a UK industry first. Join us to learn how we transitioned AM from a niche prototyping tool into a high-value, certified production powerhouse that is fundamentally changing the cost dynamics of our UK factories.

Following these insightful presentation, TCT Head of Content Laura Griffiths brings together TCT UK User Group contributors from JLR, Rolls‑Royce, Nestlé and GKN Aerospace to explore the pressing topics shaping additive manufacturing adoption today. This cross‑industry panel will delve further into the shared challenges and successes AM users face—from building a robust business case and optimising workflows to implementing technology at scale within established operations and creating adept teams. The discussion will explore how organisations are advancing digital integration to unlock greater efficiency and traceability. Attendees will gain user‑driven insights, practical learnings and actionable strategies directly informed by real experiences across industry verticals.