Skip to main content
Luyten 3D and the University of Wollongong have unveiled a world-first underwater 3D concrete printing system that uses local seabed sand and saltwater.
Technology
1 min read

Luyten 3D and the University of Wollongong have unveiled a world-first underwater 3D concrete printing system that uses local seabed sand and saltwater.

AML3D
AML3D

Hardware

Originally reported by 7news.com.au

Luyten 3D and the University of Wollongong have unveiled a world-first underwater 3D concrete printing system that uses local seabed sand and saltwater. This breakthrough features a proprietary single-mix formulation that sets underwater without chemical accelerators, eliminating the need for traditional moulds. By reducing offshore construction costs by up to 60%, this technology enables smart robots to build sustainable wind farms and reefs directly on the seafloor. This marks a systemic shift toward autonomous, low-impact marine infrastructure globally. 🏗️🌊🇦🇺 #3DPrinting #MarineConstruction #Sustainability #Robotics #Innovation

Explore AML3DRead Original

How This Connects

5 related events
  1. Company story

    AML3D rides U.S. defence demand to $29m order book and capacity expansion

  2. Company story

    AML3D establishes first dedicated US manufacturing facility in Ohio to support defense sector growth.

  3. Company story

    AML3D reported H1 2026 revenue of AU$3.2 million, a 30.4% decline compared to the prior year, alongside a net loss of AU$5.0 million.

  4. Company story

    AML3D secures contract to manufacture US submarine spare parts via wire arc additive manufacturing

  5. Company story

    AML3D has secured a 9.9 million AUD order from HII to supply four ARCEMY X large-scale metal 3D printing systems for the Newport News Shipbuilding facility.

  6. This article

    Luyten 3D and the University of Wollongong have unveiled a world-first underwater 3D concrete printing system that uses local seabed sand and saltwater.