Shapeways
Former pioneering 3D printing service bureau and marketplace. Filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy in July 2024 after Nasdaq delisting. Acquired out of bankruptcy by co-founders in January 2025.
- CEO / Founder
- Marleen Vogelaar
- Team Size
- 51-200
- Stage
- Defunct
- Total Funding
- $132M
- Latest Round
- Series E
- Key Investors
- ARCH Venture Partners (historical), Union Square Ventures (historical), Andreessen Horowitz (historical), Lux Capital (historical)
Technology & Products
Key Products
["Online 3D Printing Marketplace (historical)", "Consumer and professional 3D printing services", "Materials: Nylon, Metals, Full Color Sandstone", "API for integrated ordering", "3D model design services"]
Technological Advantage
Comprehensive suite of advanced additive manufacturing technologies and materials, supported by an accessible, user-centric digital platform.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Democratizes access to advanced digital manufacturing by offering a diverse range of 3D printing technologies, materials, and an integrated online marketplace.
How They Differentiate
Shapeways was a pioneer in consumer-accessible 3D printing services, offering easy online ordering and a marketplace for designers. However, competition and financial challenges led to its bankruptcy.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Individuals, designers, and businesses seeking custom 3D printed products and on-demand manufacturing solutions
Industry Verticals
["Aerospace","Automotive","Consumer Products","Healthcare","Architecture","Industrial Manufacturing"]
Competitors
Markforged; Desktop Metal; Sculpteo; 3D Systems
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
Filed Chapter 7 bankruptcy July 2024. Stock delisted from Nasdaq. All subsidiaries ceased operations. Acquired out of bankruptcy by new management team including original co-founders (Jan 2025).
Major Milestones
["2007: Founded in Eindhoven, Netherlands (one of the first 3D printing service bureaus)", "2008: Moved headquarters to New York City", "2021: Went public via SPAC merger on NYSE", "2022: Delisted from NYSE, moved to Nasdaq", "2024 May: Failed to file quarterly report, disclosed financial difficulties", "2024 Jul: Filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy, management resigned", "2024 Jul: $5M rescue bid rejected", "2025 Jan: Acquired out of bankruptcy by new management including co-founders"]
Notable Customers
Individual designers and hobbyists", "Small businesses", "Tabletop gaming community", "Jewelry designers", "Consumer products companies