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Panel: Industrialization of AM. M&A Dynamics and the Future of Additive Manufacturing

18 Nov 2025

As Additive Manufacturing matures, mergers and acquisitions are reshaping the industry landscape—driving consolidation, accelerating innovation, and influencing adoption across sectors. This panel brings together leading voices from investment, academia, and strategic consulting to explore how M&A activity is impacting AM’s growth trajectory, business models, and technology integration. Join us for a forward-looking discussion on market trends, strategic shifts, and what it means for the future of industrial AM.

Speakers: 
Arno Held, Managing Partner,  AM Ventures Management GmbH
Dr. Roman Barwinski, Lecturer in International Business and Strategy, University of Bristol
Hans-Alfred Breuninger, Owner, Breuninger Management Consulting
Sophie Berninger, CEO Bosch Advanced Ceramics, Bosch Advanced Ceramics (Bosch Business Innovations GmbH)