Wilfried "Fried" Vancraen

Founder and Chairman of the Board, Materialise NV

Wilfried "Fried" Vancraen is listed as Founder and Chairman of the Board, Materialise NV. Wilfried is scheduled to speak at Formnext 2026 on 18 November 2026.

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About

Wilfried “Fried” Vancraen, MSc, MBA, began his career in 1985 after earning a Master of Science in Electro-Mechanical Engineering. While working as a Research Engineer and Consultant at the Research Institute of the Belgian Metalworking Industry, he discovered 3D printing — a technology he believed could help create a better and healthier world. Driven by that vision, he founded Materialise in July 1990 and served as the company’s CEO for 33 years. In 2024, Brigitte de Vet succeeded him as CEO. Vancraen continues to help shape Materialise’s strategic direction and represents the company as Chairman of the Board of Directors.

Upcoming

Formnext 2026 17 November 2026 – 20 November 2026

From Hype to Factory Floor: How AI is Transforming Additive Manufacturing Speaker · 18 November 2026

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