- Materialise NV is a global leader in 3D-printed medical devices and software, specializing in additive manufacturing solutions, with a strong focus on the medical sector as evidenced by a 15.4% growth in their Materialise Medical segment in 2025.
- In February 2026, Materialise expanded its cranio-maxillofacial portfolio by introducing custom-made PEEK implants, enhancing their product offerings and maintaining an integrated digital workflow for surgeons.
- The company collaborates closely with healthcare professionals, providing tailored solutions through their Mimics software, which supports personalized medical applications and has seen increased adoption in clinical settings.
- Materialise's ideal buyers are healthcare providers and surgeons looking for innovative, personalized medical solutions that enhance surgical precision and efficiency, making it a critical time for sales teams to engage with this growing market segment.
Engineering is the largest group at Materialise with 89 employees—about one-third of the total workforce—underscoring the firm’s focus on product development and technical expertise. Sales and Support follow with 73 employees, reflecting the importance of customer enablement and revenue operations. Business Management (33 employees) and Marketing & Product (28) provide strategic direction and market positioning, while specialised units such as Healthcare (20), Finance & Administration (18), Human Resources (8), Quality (7), and Operations (6) round out the organisational structure. An additional 11 employees are categorised under “Other,” indicating a small number of roles that span multiple functions. Overall staffing shifts show more departures than hires, suggesting selective backfilling and emphasis on core technical roles.
Materialise’s headcount is distributed across several continents, with approximately one-fifth of employees based in Leuven, Belgium (54) where the company is headquartered. The United States represents a significant hub, led by Detroit, MI (29) and supported by a smaller team in Ann Arbor, MI (5) and Denver, CO (4). European operations extend to Brussels, Belgium (15), Barcelona, Spain (6), and a development centre in Kyiv, Ukraine (11). The firm has also established a presence in Medellín, Colombia (4) and Petaling Jaya, Malaysia (3) to service regional markets. A further 162 employees are grouped under “Other,” indicating a broad network of smaller offices and remote roles that enhance global reach while keeping the majority of talent concentrated in Belgium and North America.
