- In November 2024, Acerinox finalized its acquisition of Haynes International, a U.S.-based leader in high-performance alloys. This strategic move strengthens Acerinox’s footprint in the U.S. market and significantly boosts its capabilities in the aerospace sector. The integration of Haynes—alongside VDM Metals—forms Acerinox’s new High-Performance Alloys (HPA) Division, aligning with the company’s goal to expand its product portfolio and global reach. Acerinox plans over four years, primarily in Haynes’s Kokomo operations, to build a unified stainless steel and alloy platform. This acquisition reflects a broader industry trend toward consolidation and specialization in advanced materials
- In November 2024, EOS expanded its additive manufacturing material portfolio with nickel-based EOS IN738 and EOS K500 powders. These two nickel-based superalloy powders were added for its Laser Beam Powder Bed Fusion (PBF-LB) additive manufacturing machines, with commercial availability for EOS M 290 machines starting in December 2024 and for EOS M 400-4 in the first half of 2025. This product launch highlights the growing integration of superalloys with additive manufacturing technologies
- In June 2024, Aubert & Duval and Alloyed Ltd. introduced the high-temperature nickel superalloy ABD-1000AM. This new nickel-based superalloy is specifically designed for metal additive manufacturing (AM) and boasts exceptional environmental resistance and high-temperature strength, making it ideal for the extreme conditions prevalent in this advanced manufacturing technique. This product launch signifies a pivotal advancement in high-temperature nickel superalloys tailored for AM
- In September 2023, ATI (Allegheny Technologies Incorporated) was awarded a contract by Bechtel Plant Machinery Inc. (BPMI) to support the development of highly engineered part solutions for the U.S. Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program. As part of this initiative, ATI announced plans to build a dedicated additive manufacturing facility near Fort Lauderdale, Florida, equipped with large-format metal 3D printing, heat treating, machining, and inspection capabilities. This facility is designed to accelerate ship construction, improve operational readiness, and enhance performance for critical defense applications—highlighting a major investment in advanced manufacturing technologies for national security and aerospace sectors
- In July 2023, Doncasters and Safran Aircraft Engines renewed and expanded their long-standing partnership to support the LEAP-1A and LEAP-1B engine platforms. The agreement centers on the supply of large superalloy structural castings and hot section airflow castings, essential for high-performance aerospace applications. This collaboration reflects a deepening relationship between the two companies and leverages Doncasters’ ongoing capital investments to boost production capacity. It also highlights a broader industry trend of strategic alliances aimed at securing reliable component supply for major aerospace programs
