Fri Sep 20 14:13:00 UTC 2024: ## RAPID + TCT 2025 Calls for Speakers to Share Additive Manufacturing Insights

**DETROIT, Sept. 20, 2024** – SME and Rapid News Publications are inviting speakers to share their expertise at the 2025 RAPID + TCT Conference, taking place April 8-10 in Detroit. This event, North America’s largest industrial additive manufacturing (AM) gathering, will bring together industry leaders to explore the latest advancements in AM and its impact on various sectors.

RAPID + TCT will be held alongside the World Congress Experience (WCX) and AeroDef Manufacturing, expanding its reach to professionals in advanced mobility and aerospace & defense industries. This co-location will foster cross-industry collaboration and knowledge exchange.

“The 2025 event will offer a unique opportunity to share insights with an audience that extends beyond the AM community,” stated Angie Szerlong, group director – AM Series at SME. “Whether you’re a speaker or attendee, this will be an event you won’t want to miss.”

The conference will feature specialized tracks focusing on automotive, aerospace, defense, medical applications, energy and more. Attendees will have the chance to learn about cutting-edge AM technologies, discuss real-world challenges and solutions, and discover new techniques.

Speakers are invited to submit their abstracts by October 18, 2024. A panel of technical experts will review submissions.

For over 35 years, SME and RAPID have been instrumental in shaping the AM industry, enabling the development and adoption of new technologies at a faster and more cost-efficient pace. The partnership between SME and The TCT Group has produced the annual RAPID + TCT event, the premier destination for AM professionals.

**About SME:**
SME is a nonprofit organization representing the North American manufacturing industry, dedicated to advancing manufacturing technology and fostering talent development.

**About Rapid News Publications Ltd & The TCT Group:**
Rapid News Publications Ltd, the owner of The TCT Group, has been a leading authority in additive manufacturing for over 30 years. Through its events and media portfolio, TCT connects the AM community across the globe.

**Contact:**
Lu Tikrity
Conference Manager
Lu.tikrity@rapidnews.com

Clayton McIntyre
Program Manager
cmcintyre@sme.org

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