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IMPAG Group is an internationally recognized chemical distribution firm, that aspires to strengthen its position by adding value in the areas of life science and material science, as well as to be seen as the chosen partner of its globally active stakeholders.

Sill Optics is a mid-sized German company specializing in the production of optical components tailored for various industries, including aerospace, medical technology, and automotive. The company manufactures custom-specific products, such as telecentric lenses for digital cameras, laser optics, and machine vision components. Additionally, Sill Optics provides profile projection lenses for laser and photonics applications, as well as optical measurement and illumination solutions. By focusing on delivering targeted and efficient optical products, Sill Optics meets the diverse needs of its clients while ensuring economical performance.

Centogene is a prominent genetic biotech company specializing in the diagnosis and analysis of rare inherited diseases. Headquartered in Rostock, Germany, with additional operations in Berlin and Cambridge, Massachusetts, Centogene focuses on transforming clinical, genetic, and biochemical data into actionable medical solutions. The company serves a diverse global patient population and aims to enhance awareness and understanding of rare diseases across various ethnicities. Centogene operates in two main segments: diagnostics, which offers targeted genetic sequencing and diagnostic services, and pharmaceuticals, which collaborates with partners to provide services such as patient recruitment, biomarker discovery, and epidemiological insights. Through its comprehensive approach, Centogene is dedicated to advancing the field of human genetics and improving the lives of patients and their families affected by rare diseases.

Mehler Vario System GmbH specializes in the development and manufacture of ballistic protection systems, primarily catering to police, military, and special forces. The company offers a range of products, including ballistic vests, hard ballistics, shock absorbers, dog protection vests, hostage protection shields, full-body protective suits, and multifunctional ballistic safety shields. With a strong emphasis on personal protection, their offerings also include downloading bags, ballistic briefcases, and flexible ballistic blankets. Mehler Vario System distributes its products through a network of international sales partners across various countries, including Singapore, Malaysia, France, and Turkey. Established in 1837, the company is headquartered in Fulda, Germany.

Valantic GmbH is an IT consulting firm based in Munich, Germany, specializing in digital transformation solutions. The company provides a range of services, including SAP support, enterprise software solutions, compliance and fraud solutions, and customer support. Valantic serves various industries, such as financial services, automotive, consumer goods, retail, energy, telecommunications, and mechanical engineering. By combining technological expertise with industry knowledge, Valantic aims to help clients navigate the complexities of digitization and gain strategic advantages in their markets. The firm was formerly known as DABERO Service Group GmbH before rebranding in November 2017.

VTU Group GmbH, based in Grambach, Germany, specializes in developing and engineering processing plants for various industries, including pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, chemicals, metallurgy, oil and gas, and renewable raw materials. The company offers a range of engineering services, such as conceptual design, basic engineering, project management, and compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). Additionally, VTU Group provides lab and pilot plant services focused on process development and specialized technologies like protein technology and ionic liquids. The company also develops customized software solutions for the power sector. With subsidiaries located across Austria, Germany, Italy, and Switzerland, VTU Group has been operational since 1990, serving clients with expertise in plant optimization, automation, and value-added services.

Elatec RFID Systems specializes in developing and providing secure access control and mobile authentication technologies for various industries. The company designs a range of products, including kiosk display systems, near-field communication devices, and configurable SIM card readers and writers. These solutions facilitate user identification and secure access across multiple applications, catering to businesses of all sizes. Elatec's focus on innovative technology allows clients to enhance their security measures and streamline access processes effectively.

Air Alliance GmbH, founded in 1993 and located in Burbach, Germany, specializes in a range of aviation services. The company provides maintenance, aircraft sales, and flight simulators, along with business and private jet charter flights and ambulance flight services. As an official service center for notable aircraft manufacturers such as Pilatus, Diamond, and Gulfstream, Air Alliance is positioned to serve a diverse clientele in the aviation industry.

AWK Group offers IT consulting, system engineering and project management services. We design and optimise systems and processes, and support you from initial planning through to implementation.

Euro-Druckservice GmbH is a commercial printing company based in Passau, Germany, specializing in web offset and sheetfed printing services across Central and Eastern Europe. Founded in 1992, the company operates additional facilities in Poland, the Czech Republic, Hungary, and Romania. Euro-Druckservice produces a variety of printed materials, including advertising materials, magazines, journals, brochures, catalogs, and books. Its service offerings encompass cold-set printing, direct mail, digital printing, and prepress services, allowing it to meet diverse customer needs efficiently and cost-effectively. By providing a comprehensive range of printing solutions, Euro-Druckservice aims to support its clients throughout their value creation processes.

Centogene is a prominent genetic biotech company specializing in the diagnosis and analysis of rare inherited diseases. Headquartered in Rostock, Germany, with additional operations in Berlin and Cambridge, Massachusetts, Centogene focuses on transforming clinical, genetic, and biochemical data into actionable medical solutions. The company serves a diverse global patient population and aims to enhance awareness and understanding of rare diseases across various ethnicities. Centogene operates in two main segments: diagnostics, which offers targeted genetic sequencing and diagnostic services, and pharmaceuticals, which collaborates with partners to provide services such as patient recruitment, biomarker discovery, and epidemiological insights. Through its comprehensive approach, Centogene is dedicated to advancing the field of human genetics and improving the lives of patients and their families affected by rare diseases.

Fischer Surface Technologies is a privately held manufacturer specializing in surface solutions for the automotive industry. The company provides a comprehensive range of services, including plastic electroplating, toolmaking, and injection molding. Fischer Surface Technologies supports its customers throughout the entire process of producing electroplated plastic parts, offering development and design assistance, along with production, finishing, and assembly services. By delivering these capabilities from a single source, the company aims to streamline operations and enhance the efficiency of its clients' manufacturing processes.

Elatec RFID Systems specializes in developing and providing secure access control and mobile authentication technologies for various industries. The company designs a range of products, including kiosk display systems, near-field communication devices, and configurable SIM card readers and writers. These solutions facilitate user identification and secure access across multiple applications, catering to businesses of all sizes. Elatec's focus on innovative technology allows clients to enhance their security measures and streamline access processes effectively.

Euregon is engaged in developing solutions for outpatient care services and day care facilities.

INTERSCHALT maritime systems AG is a leading provider of software services tailored to the maritime industry. The company specializes in cargo and fleet management solutions, as well as maintenance, repair, and retrofit services for bridge navigation and communication equipment, including data voyage recorder systems. By integrating software with service offerings, INTERSCHALT aims to enhance operational efficiency for its clients. Following a strategic acquisition, the INTERSCHALT Software division will be integrated into Navis, while the INTERSCHALT Service division will join MacGregor's Global Lifecycle Support, further solidifying its commitment to delivering comprehensive solutions in the maritime sector.

MT-Energie is a prominent service provider specializing in biogas and biomethane plants. Originally part of MT-Energie GmbH, the company focuses on the development and construction of biogas facilities of various scales, along with manufacturing specialized components and advanced gas processing technologies for biomethane production. MT-Energie offers comprehensive technical and biological support to biogas producers, ensuring optimal operation and efficiency of their plants. This commitment to service positions MT-Energie as a key player in the renewable energy sector, dedicated to enhancing the sustainability and performance of biogas systems.

Terwa operates as a manufacturer and supplier in the construction and automotive sectors, focusing on the development and distribution of metal components and precast concrete products. The company specializes in creating a diverse array of construction items, including prefabricated parts, tailored to meet the needs of clients throughout the Netherlands. With a solid position in these industries, Terwa is committed to delivering high-quality solutions that support various construction and automotive projects.

The ZIEGLER Group specializes in logistics services and multimodal transport, offering solutions by air, sea, and road. Operating across various countries including France, Switzerland, Germany, the UK, Ireland, Poland, Greece, Tunisia, Morocco, South Africa, and China, the company leverages a robust network of exclusive agents to extend its reach globally. This network enables ZIEGLER to disseminate its expertise and services worldwide, ensuring comprehensive logistics support for its clients.

Webtrekk GmbH is a Berlin-based company that specializes in developing customer intelligence platforms and marketing analytics software. Founded in 2003, it provides solutions that enable businesses to connect, analyze, and activate user and marketing data across multiple devices. Webtrekk's offerings include analytics, machine learning, AI, marketing automation, and app analytics, among others. The platform allows marketing managers to optimize their strategies by presenting large volumes of data in an accessible format, facilitating real-time decision-making and detailed visitor analysis. Serving various industries such as e-commerce, retail, financial services, and telecommunications, Webtrekk aims to enhance profitability through data-driven marketing and personalized campaigns. The company operates internationally, with additional offices in China, Italy, Spain, the Netherlands, and the United States, and is a subsidiary of Mapp Digital US, LLC.

Zellbios manufactures active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) for pharmaceutical markets worldwide. It offers generic active pharmaceutical ingredients, small molecule actives, advanced intermediates, commercial APIs, and amino acids; and custom synthesis and finished dosage form development services. The company also provides services for formulation development; and compiles required regulatory documents for the originator and generic pharmaceutical industry.

SLM Solutions Group AG is a provider of metal-based additive manufacturing technology. SLM Solutions focuses on the development, assembly and sale of machines and integrated system solutions in the field of selective laser melting. SLM Solutions currently employs over 310 members of staff in Germany, the USA, Singapore, Russia and China. The products are utilised worldwide by customers in particular from the aerospace, energy, healthcare and automotive industries.

First Sensor AG is a Germany-based company specializing in the development, production, and sale of sensor chips, components, and systems tailored for industrial, medical, and mobility markets globally. The company offers a diverse range of sensor solutions, including optical sensors such as photodiodes and optoelectronic modules, as well as radiation detectors, pressure sensors, level sensors, flow sensors, and inertial sensors. Additionally, First Sensor manufactures rugged cameras and power semiconductors for specialized applications. With a focus on customer-specific solutions, the company aims to address the evolving challenges within the sensor systems market. Founded in 1991 and headquartered in Berlin, First Sensor AG operates as a subsidiary of TE Connectivity Ltd. since 2020.

Westfalia-Automotive is a leading global manufacturer of towbars, wiring kits, and carrier systems tailored for cars and light utility vehicles. The company offers over 1,700 different types of towbars compatible with nearly all vehicle brands, focusing on providing secure and reliable products for road use. In addition to towbars, Westfalia-Automotive also produces brackets, electrical systems, and bicycle racks. With a workforce of approximately 900 employees, the company emphasizes close cooperation with clients to develop customized solutions that ensure ease of assembly and optimal functionality in various applications.

Presence Online provides consulting and development services for global online-content management.