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Qatari startup leads innovation in 3D printing

Published: 06 May 2026 - 10:00 am | Last Updated: 06 May 2026 - 10:07 am
Anabolic Mechanics team and their 3D printer called DualCore.

Anabolic Mechanics team and their 3D printer called DualCore.

The Peninsula

Doha, Qatar: Qatar continues to strengthen its position in advanced technologies, with local initiatives emerging in the fields of 3D printing and additive manufacturing. These initiatives are being driven by young entrepreneurs who aim to develop innovative industrial solutions within the country.

In this context, Anabolic Mechanics has emerged as a Qatari startup specialising in the development of 3D printing technologies. The company is working to provide a local model for advanced equipment development, helping reduce reliance on external suppliers while strengthening national capabilities in education, industry, and healthcare.

The company has developed a 3D printer called DualCore, which is based on a dual-printing system that enables two print heads to operate at the same time on the same part. This approach helps accelerate production compared with conventional 3D printing methods.

According to the project team, Qatar’s supportive entrepreneurship environment played a key role in turning the idea into a practical product. The company also received early support from local entities, including Qatar Development Bank and Ooredoo, which helped enable the development of the concept from an initial prototype into a complete technology product and supported its path toward market launch.

The company’s efforts are not limited to developing and supplying 3D printers. They also extend to consulting services, training programmes, and workshops for schools, universities, and institutions. These initiatives aim to integrate 3D printing technologies into educational and industrial environments and promote their use as a practical tool across different sectors.

Anabolic Mechanics has applied its technologies in real-world use cases in collaboration with several entities in Qatar. These applications include the healthcare sector, where medical imaging data can be converted into accurate physical models that support surgical procedures.

The technology has also been used for product testing and to support local manufacturing, reflecting the flexibility of 3D printing and its ability to meet the needs of different institutions and industries.

The company’s future vision is centred on strengthening Qatar’s position as a regional hub for specialized manufacturing. By enabling individuals and organizations to access advanced production tools locally, Anabolic Mechanics aims to reduce dependence on imports, expand opportunities for innovation, and accelerate the journey from idea to application.

The company also aspires to make 3D printing an essential part of Qatar’s educational and industrial infrastructure.

This would help prepare a new generation of innovators and entrepreneurs capable of developing technology solutions that can compete on a global scale.