3D printed prosthetics leader PROTEOR has announced a collaboration with Mariia Yelizarova, Head of Operational Excellence at TrainAI (RWS), One World Strong, and Unbroken Ukraine. Together, they will deliver 3D printing technology to support veterans and civilians who have lost limbs due to the ongoing war in Ukraine.
PROTEOR says the partnership, led by Dr. Mike Gorski, PhD, MBA, General Manager of PROTEOR Print, and Mariia Yelizarova, Head of Operational Excellence, TrainAI at RWS, aims to revolutionise prosthetic access and rehabilitation by introducing specialised 3D printers capable of producing definitive prosthetic components on-site in Ukraine.
“This collaboration with PROTEOR is truly transformative for Ukraine. Their support is helping us deliver high-quality, 3D printed prosthetics to both veterans and civilians impacted by the war—quickly, efficiently, and with exceptional care,” said Mariia Yelizarova, Head of Operational Excellence at TrainAI, RWS. “Together, we’re not just restoring mobility; we’re restoring hope and dignity to those who need it most.”
Traditional prosthetics are costly and slow to produce. With PROTEOR Print’s technology, a below-knee preparatory socket can be printed in as little as 90 minutes, while a definitive socket can be printed in 2–6 hours using PROTEOR’s proprietary CPX-KyronMAX material.
PROTEOR Print’s filament-based process is currently the only one to meet ISO-10328 standards for definitive lower-limb 3D printing according to the company.
By enabling localised, on-demand production, the company says the initiative will eliminate costly delays in manufacturing and shipping, allow frontline rehabilitation clinics to serve more patients, and provide a scalable solution for long-term care.
“At PROTEOR, we believe innovation has no borders,” said Dr. Mike Gorski, General Manager of PROTEOR Print. “Partnering with our colleagues in Ukraine to create 3D-printed sockets for veterans is about more than technology—it’s about restoring confidence, mobility, and dignity to those who have sacrificed so much. This collaboration with Unbroken Ukraine and One World Strong underscores our commitment to using cutting-edge innovation to serve those in need.”
The coalition seeks to raise a minimum of 150,000 USD by the end of 2025. All funds will directly support the purchase, shipment, and maintenance of 3D printers and materials in Ukraine.
