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MetisMotion GmbH, founded in 2018 and headquartered in Munich, Germany, specializes in the development of advanced actuators designed for various industrial applications, including robotics, aviation, and automotive sectors. The company focuses on creating lightweight, high force-density actuators that enhance performance through significant reductions in weight and space. MetisMotion's technology integrates the advantages of solid-state actuators with traditional drive systems, facilitating the electrification of hydraulic systems to achieve greater force output and extended displacement capabilities. This innovative approach positions MetisMotion as a key player in driving efficiency and modernization within the actuator market.

MetisMotion GmbH, founded in 2018 and headquartered in Munich, Germany, specializes in the development of advanced actuators designed for various industrial applications, including robotics, aviation, and automotive sectors. The company focuses on creating lightweight, high force-density actuators that enhance performance through significant reductions in weight and space. MetisMotion's technology integrates the advantages of solid-state actuators with traditional drive systems, facilitating the electrification of hydraulic systems to achieve greater force output and extended displacement capabilities. This innovative approach positions MetisMotion as a key player in driving efficiency and modernization within the actuator market.

Kiutra is a Munich-based technology company that designs and manufactures cryogenic cooling and refrigeration solutions for research and industry. It develops turn-key cryostats and magnetic cooling technology that delivers continuous sub-kelvin temperatures without reliance on liquid cooling media, notably avoiding helium-3. The platforms provide compact, cost-efficient cooling and rapid sample exchange, enabling researchers to focus on experiments rather than equipment maintenance. Kiutra’s systems support low-temperature investigations across materials science, quantum technology, high-performance electronics, and detector applications, helping customers push forward basic research and industrial-scale quantum hardware development. By offering cryogen-free cooling and easy-to-use platforms, Kiutra aims to accelerate the development and testing of quantum computing, communications, and sensing technologies.

Turn2X specializes in developing innovative technology for producing renewable natural gas (RNG). The company converts renewable electricity from sources like solar and wind into RNG, offering industries a clean and green alternative to fossil fuels.

ECOP Technologies GmbH is a high-tech company based in Vienna, Austria, specializing in the development of innovative heat pump technology for industrial heating and cooling applications. Founded in 2007, the company manufactures rotation heat pumps that utilize a novel, multi-patented technology, allowing for energy recovery while minimizing environmental impact and reducing costs. These heat pumps operate efficiently at high temperatures without the need for refrigerants, employing a rotational compression method that enhances overall performance. ECOP has production facilities in Upper Austria and a state-of-the-art development center in Vienna. The company has received multiple accolades for its contributions to environmental technology, including the European Commission's European Environmental Award and the State Prize for Environmental Technology.

EYE4NIR specializes in developing advanced image sensor technology. They offer sensors capable of detecting both visible and short-wave infrared (SWIR) light, enabling applications such as hyperspectral imaging.

EYE4NIR specializes in developing advanced image sensor technology. They offer sensors capable of detecting both visible and short-wave infrared (SWIR) light, enabling applications such as hyperspectral imaging.

Kiutra is a Munich-based technology company that designs and manufactures cryogenic cooling and refrigeration solutions for research and industry. It develops turn-key cryostats and magnetic cooling technology that delivers continuous sub-kelvin temperatures without reliance on liquid cooling media, notably avoiding helium-3. The platforms provide compact, cost-efficient cooling and rapid sample exchange, enabling researchers to focus on experiments rather than equipment maintenance. Kiutra’s systems support low-temperature investigations across materials science, quantum technology, high-performance electronics, and detector applications, helping customers push forward basic research and industrial-scale quantum hardware development. By offering cryogen-free cooling and easy-to-use platforms, Kiutra aims to accelerate the development and testing of quantum computing, communications, and sensing technologies.

ECOP Technologies GmbH is a high-tech company based in Vienna, Austria, specializing in the development of innovative heat pump technology for industrial heating and cooling applications. Founded in 2007, the company manufactures rotation heat pumps that utilize a novel, multi-patented technology, allowing for energy recovery while minimizing environmental impact and reducing costs. These heat pumps operate efficiently at high temperatures without the need for refrigerants, employing a rotational compression method that enhances overall performance. ECOP has production facilities in Upper Austria and a state-of-the-art development center in Vienna. The company has received multiple accolades for its contributions to environmental technology, including the European Commission's European Environmental Award and the State Prize for Environmental Technology.

Turn2X specializes in developing innovative technology for producing renewable natural gas (RNG). The company converts renewable electricity from sources like solar and wind into RNG, offering industries a clean and green alternative to fossil fuels.

SpinDrive specializes in the development of advanced levitation technology focused on enhancing energy efficiency and promoting oil-free solutions. The company manufactures magnetic bearing systems that are designed to minimize energy losses in machinery. These systems include a magnetic bearing sensor that accurately monitors the position of the shaft and relays this information to a magnetic bearing controller. This innovative approach allows clients to significantly improve the efficiency of their systems, reduce material consumption, and lower maintenance costs. SpinDrive’s commitment to creating customized solutions positions it as a leader in the pursuit of sustainable and efficient technology.

Qfluidics develops liquid tube technology and on-demand continuous flow processes, creating custom flow reactors and process development solutions using a non-clogging technology designed to handle challenging flow chemistry tasks, including viscous slurries, through efficient solid management, enabling customers to implement chemical processes that are difficult or impossible with conventional reactors.

Carbominer is a climate technology company that develops modular direct air capture modules to remove carbon dioxide from the open air. It serves greenhouse operators and commercial clients seeking sustainable operations by providing green CO2 as a service and installation for carbon capture modules. The company offers plug-and-play DAC technology housed in transportable 20-foot containers designed to run on intermittent renewable electricity, enabling local capture without the need for liquefaction, storage, or long-distance transport. Applications include indoor agriculture, construction decarbonisation, and carbon removals. Carbominer was founded in 2020 and is based in Kiev, Ukraine.

SUBRA A/S focuses on innovation, industrial-scale production, and creating a sustainable impact.

LignEasy specializes in a low-impact, sulfuric acid-free lignin recovery solution designed specifically for kraft pulp mills. This innovative technology recovers valuable byproducts without disrupting chemical balance or productivity.

HPCC System srl is a cutting-edge technology capable of performing milling operations turning complex profiles using machines with Y-axis control and counter spindles and driven tools.