About Us We are the turnkey digital manufacturing partner for forward-thinking teams building next-gen devices in robotics, drones, medtech, electronics, defense, and industrial equipment. Whether you’re launching your first 100 units or scaling to 10,000+, Shapeways gives you the speed, flexibility, and control to move from prototype to production—without tooling, delays, or compromises. Vision Mission Why Shapeways? Built on Production Expertise – We run our own core processes and deeply understand what it takes to make parts right. When volume, complexity, or niche requirements call for it, we scale through trusted partners—without sacrificing quality or control. More Than 3D Printing – While we’re leaders in industrial 3D printing, our capabilities span injection molding, CNC machining, and more. Lifecycle Support – From design optimization to production and fulfillment, we help you manage part revisions, customization, and supply chain risk. Made for Engineers – We speak spec sheets. Get instant DFM feedback, version control, and expert support from prototype to production. Global Reach – With international fulfillment and delivery capabilities, we help hardware teams move fast—wherever they are. Who We Serve Hardware startups launching first-gen products R&D and engineering teams iterating fast Supply chain leaders seeking flexible, resilient production Consultancies needing reliable low-volume manufacturing for OEMs Companies ready to outsource production—including assembly, packaging, and fulfillment—to focus on go-to-market and scale efficiently Our Management & Founding Team Marleen Vogelaar, CEO Marleen, an original co-founder of Shapeways, is delighted to return to steward the company into a new chapter of financial stability and exceptional service as a digital manufacturing engine. A US-based, Dutch serial entrepreneur with a passion for manufacturing, a keen eye toward sustainability, and a wealth of knowledge and expertise in the field of on-demand manufacturing, Marleen is uniquely suited to build on the company’s previous successes while ensuring that delivering value to customers remains at the core. As former COO, Marleen led Shapeways from its inception through the launch of the world’s first upload-to-3D-print service – ultimately building it into the largest 3D printing marketplace in the world, democratizing access to digital manufacturing. She left Shapeways in 2014 and went on to create and lead several innovative manufacturing startups. As founder and CEO of Hudson Valley Mask Company, Marleen oversaw the development of the first 100% biodegradable respirator worldwide. Previously, Marleen founded Ziel, a turnkey service offering design, on-demand manufacturing and retail integration for apparel brands – improving their working capital, speed to market and ecological footprint while simultaneously increasing their profits. Marleen is a former heptathlete, current natural parkour devotee, and spends her spare time outdoors as much as possible. Robert Schouwenburg, CTO Robert, an original co-founder of Shapeways, has returned to usher the company into its new chapter. Passionate about the intersection of technology and operations, he brings extensive experience in developing technology platforms, growing businesses and scaling teams. Robert is especially excited to bring Shapeways 3D printing to small volume production, closing the gap between prototyping and mass-production. As former CTO of Shapeways, Robert built the first 3D printing marketplace, enabling online ordering and fulfillment of 3D printed parts. He left Shapeways 2012 to work on other technology startups. Most recently, Robert founded and led OneFiber on their mission to deliver fiber networks to unserved and underserved areas. Previously, he was managing director US at Hubs, delivering 100% growth in two years. A pioneer of distributed digital manufacturing, Hubs was acquired by Protolabs (NYSE:PRLB) in January 2021 for $280M. In his spare time, Robert loves nurturing his orchids, bonsai and tropical fish. He is also a part-time audiophile and enjoys listening to his collection of CDs and records. Jules Witte, COO As Chief Operating Officer at Shapeways, Jules Witte leads global operations with a focus on building the company into a trusted partner for digital, on-demand manufacturing. Since joining Shapeways in 2012, he has been instrumental in scaling its operational backbone, transforming the Eindhoven facility into a global hub, and driving initiatives that place Shapeways at the forefront of advanced B2B manufacturing solutions. With a background in industrial engineering and a Master’s in Innovation Management from TU/e, Jules combines deep operational expertise with a strategic vision for the future of on-demand and digital manufacturing. He is passionate about harnessing technology and scalable processes to deliver smarter, more sustainable supply chains, helping businesses across industries increase agility