Recovery Plan for Europe: A Great Opportunity

Without a doubt, COVID-19 has plunged Europe into an unprecedented crisis. This global pandemic has placed Europe in a difficult situation, something not experienced since the major economic divide caused by the Second World War. This major economic, social and humanitarian crisis requires an ambitious aid plan. A measure that was already successfully implemented in the 1950s.

After the Second World War, the Marshall Plan arrived in Europe. A project designed to provide economic assistance to the countries most affected by the catastrophe in order to recover, transform and modernise their production systems. The Marshall Plan had to be created and managed by the United States because the whole of Europe had been devastated by the effects of the war.

Europe Decides Its Future

On this occasion, Europe’s production systems have not been destroyed. For this reason, Europe itself must address this economic setback. A crisis that represents a unique opportunity. The perfect occasion to undertake a radical change: the transformation of the production model. A global shift towards a green transition based on the circular economy, resilience and the relocation of production.

This is why the European Union launched the Recovery Plan for Europe, under the name NextGenerationEU. This plan is aimed at the complete transformation of production systems in Europe. The programme is not only intended to reactivate the economy, but also seeks to achieve a greener, more digital and more resilient Europe.

Thus, on December 18, 2020, the European Parliament and the Council of Europe reached an agreement on the Recovery and Resilience Facility, a key instrument at the heart of the NextGenerationEU Plan.

NextGenerationEU: Its Three Fundamental Pillars

The programme represents the largest investment effort in European history. With more than €750 billion, it must be capable of reversing the current economic slowdown.

The €750 billion raised for NextGenerationEU will be invested in three pillars:

• Supporting European countries in their investments and reforms.

• Relaunching the European Union’s economy by encouraging private investment.

• Applying the lessons learned from the crisis, including an additional €94.4 billion for Horizon Europe, aimed at strengthening research in the field of health.

An Opportunity in Digital Transformation

This Recovery Plan for Europe focuses its efforts on modernising the economy. The objective is quite clear: these funds are intended to place Europe at the forefront of the global economy by promoting a transition based on respect for the environment.

This is why the circular economy is a key requirement for achieving the objectives of the Recovery Plan for Europe. Expanding the circular economy across production processes at all levels will drive an economic transformation characterised by a green transition.

However, achieving this requires a comprehensive digital transformation of the economy. A path that allows us to move from traditional production processes to digital production processes without losing our social commitment.

3D Printing: An Opportunity for Digital Transformation

In a Recovery Plan such as the one proposed by the European Union with NextGenerationEU, 3D printers must necessarily be at the forefront of the transformation of production.

Investment in additive manufacturing is a key tool for any process involving recovery, cost savings, environmental responsibility and the optimisation of natural resources.

The new framework of the European economy must revolve around self-sufficiency. For this reason, we must turn our attention back to the use of local, environmentally friendly raw materials with a significant multiplier effect on local economies. In this regard, the range of TUMAKER pellet 3D printers is a clear example of this transformation.

Green and Digital Transformation: TUMAKER Pellets

With our TUMAKER Pro Pellets 3D printer, you have the opportunity to reach new sectors. You will be able to discover new applications with these 3D printers, improving your production processes, maximising your results and reducing costs.

This is a differentiated form of 3D printing, with features that you will not find on the market. An additive manufacturing technology capable of addressing one of the greatest threats: the increase in plastic waste.

The use of pellet 3D printers makes it possible to develop applications using recycled plastic. In addition, there is a wide range of possibilities when it comes to testing materials with our pellet 3D printer.

It also allows us to test materials whose composition includes local raw materials such as different fibres and plant-based compounds, marine waste… Materials that could contribute to the revival of traditional local economies.