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🎤 Speaker Announcement! 🚀 Get ready for an incredible lineup of industry leaders at STARTUP AUTOBAHN powered by Plug and Play expo2025! We’re excited to unveil our first set of speakers: – Katrin Lehmann, Chief Information Officer at Mercedes-Benz Group AG and Mercedes-Benz AG, leading global enterprise IT across all business units, brands, and markets, driving digital transformation, strategic partnerships and innovation topics like AI. – Kaveri Camire, SVP, Chief Marketing Officer and Global Partner Ecosystem at DXC Technology, overseeing global marketing and communications, and driving strategic partner initiatives, brand and digital campaigns, market activation, and social media. – Florian Bankoley, Chief Digital Officer at Bosch Mobility, spearheading digital transformation across all divisions and overseeing the design, build, and operation of a wide range of digital and IT solutions worldwide. – M. Gürcan Karakasş, CEO at Togg, leading the company's mission to become a key player in the mobility technologies arena. 👏 These visionary leaders will take the main stage to share their expertise, diving into topics like innovation in mobility, IT, digital transformation, strategic communications, and more! The expo2025 agenda, themed "Tomorrow in Motion — Driven by Efficiency," features inspiring keynote speeches, panel discussions, expert roundtables, and startup pitches on topics such as Circular Economy & Sustainable Materials, Enterprise Applications, Industry 4.0 & Advanced Manufacturing, Digital Vehicles & Efficiency, and more. Excited? This is just the beginning! More names to be announced soon. 👉 Stay tuned for updates and news here: https://lnkd.in/eM4k9BU7 #startupautobahn #PNPTC #expo2025 #speakerannouncement Plug and Play Mobility Plug and Play Europe Plug and Play Tech Center

🚀 🇦🇹 On May 8, 2025, Plug and Play Vienna will bring together 300+ international guests, including leading corporations, entrepreneurs, investors, and industry experts, for their Expo 6, to explore ecosystem-driven innovation, corporate-startup collaboration, and venture capital. What to Expect: 🎤 Main stage talks featuring top industry executives and entrepreneurs, including: Julian Jäger, Flughafen Wien - Vienna Airport, Martin Kocher, Former Minister for Labour & Economy, Benedict Ernst, Iceflower, Mic Hirschbrich, Apollo.ai, and many more! 🚀 Breakout sessions with experts from Vienna Insurance Group (VIG), International Airlines Group (IAG), and successful corporate-startup collaborations, featuring Prewave, Cartken, Outsight, and DELIVERS.AI. 🔍 Startup showcases across #aviation, #travel, #insurance, #fintech, #manufacturing, #logistics, #energy, and beyond, with innovation walks to explore cutting-edge solutions. 🤝 Networking opportunities with key industry stakeholders. Plug and Play Vienna is an international open innovation platform connecting industry leaders like Flughafen Wien - Vienna Airport, Fraport AG, Aeroporti di Roma, International Airlines Group (IAG), and Vienna Insurance Group (VIG) with innovative startups globally, fostering collaborative projects. 💡 Why Join? – Experience open innovation and corporate-startup collaboration firsthand – Gain insights from 30+ global speakers – Discover 15+ exhibiting startups and their game-changing solutions – Learn how corporations drive innovation and scale new technologies – Connect with top industry players and decision-makers 📅 May 8, 2025, 01:00 PM – 08:00 PM 📍 Palais Festetics, Vienna, Austria 🎟 Apply for your ticket now: http://bit.ly/viennaexpo6 Join us in Vienna—Europe’s hub for innovation in aviation, smart cities, and beyond! 🚀 #PNPTC #Expo6 #Vienna #SmartCities #Travel Plug and Play Smart Cities Plug and Play Energy Plug and Play Insurtech Plug and Play Fintech Plug and Play Europe Plug and Play Tech Center Sascha Karimpour Nik Munaretto Julie Dvorakova Christina Schiefauer Michele Luperini Andrea Fronteddu Paul Kippes

🎉 Great News! Plug and Play Tech Center has been ranked as one of the Top 5 most active VCs in Europe for 2024 by Sifted! 🚀 According to Sifted, the top 10 VCs backed a whopping 713 startups last year, each participating in at least 40 deals. Out of the top 100, a total of 2,155 startups were supported. And guess what? Plug and Play Tech Center secured 74 deals, with an average deal size of €7m. 💰 In 2024, we had the privilege of working with dozens of innovative startups across Europe, helping founders supercharge their growth and bring fresh solutions to the market. Whether it's early-stage investments or scaling industry leaders, we're all in on driving innovation and making an impact. A huge shoutout to our Ventures team at STARTUP AUTOBAHN powered by Plug and Play in Stuttgart 🇩🇪 🚗💨—Theodora Preda, Tim Solle, Alexander Schwerdt, Monika Michalska, Raúl Martín Montero, Roberto Sampietro, Kian Ahi, and Luca Baron—for their incredible contributions to our success! Big thanks to our amazing founders and partners for being part of this journey. We’re just getting started! 👉 Check out the full list here: https://lnkd.in/ej4__SzU  Hessa Alabbas Carolin Wais Thomas Bigagli Plug and Play Europe #VentureCapital #VC #Startups #PNPTC #Sifted #startupautobahn

🚀 Shape the Future of Automotive: Innovate with HYUNDAI CRADLE and Hyundai Motor Europe Technical Center GmbH! 🚀 Are you a startup ready to make a real impact on the automotive industry? STARTUP AUTOBAHN powered by Plug and Play invites you to join the Open Innovation Challenge with HYUNDAI CRADLE & Hyundai Motor Europe Technical Center GmbH (HMETC) and drive the next wave of technological advancements! We're seeking groundbreaking solutions in areas like advanced charging, thermal efficiency, adaptive aerodynamics, vehicle dynamics, and advanced propulsion. This is your chance to not only showcase your innovation but also secure a pivotal Proof of Concept (PoC) with a leading automotive brand Hyundai Motor Group! 🤝 Imagine your technology powering the vehicles of tomorrow. We're looking for innovations in: 🔋 Advanced Fast Charging Technologies 🌡️ Fuel Cell and Power Module Cooling ⚙️ Vehicle Dynamics Control 💨 Adaptive Aerodynamic Systems 🚗 Advanced Propulsion Systems This challenge offers: Direct collaboration with industry leaders. Potential for a valuable PoC. A platform to accelerate your startup's growth. Ready to leave your mark on the automotive landscape? 👉 Learn more and apply now: https://lnkd.in/e-_YN9VP ⏳ Application deadline: April 20, 2025! After applications close, Hyundai CRADLE and HMETC R&D teams will review submissions. Shortlisted startups will have virtual interviews in May, with final selections announced on May 23, 2025. #FutureOfMobility #AutomotiveInnovation #Startups #EVTech #OpenInnovation #PoC #TechChallenge #ImpactInnovation #PNPTC #startupautobahn #Hyundai #HyundaiCRADLE #HMETC Sarah Laamimach, Dr.-Ing. Ingmar Langer, Florian Ickstadt, Lukas G., Sukhwan Yun Sascha Karimpour Gregor Kress Tamara Pyter Monika Michalska Theodora Preda

👇 A Must-See Webcast for Startups Navigating the Funding Landscape! 💸 Join us on April 1 (no, it's not an April Fool's joke!) for expert tips and strategies to help you secure funding in today’s market. 📅 Tuesday, April 1, 2025 ⏰ 13:00–14:00 (CET) 💻 Virtual Event 🔗 Register now: https://lnkd.in/ewPh7NCQ

🚀 We're excited to unveil the first wave of startups set to present at STARTUP AUTOBAHN powered by Plug and Play expo2025 on June 5, 2025! This year's lineup includes Plug and Play portfolio startups, guest startups, and our program startups that have worked together with industry leaders like Mercedes-Benz AG, Porsche AG, DXC Technology, ZF Group, Motherson Group, Schaeffler, Bosch, STMicroelectronics, NXP Semiconductors, OPmobility, Togg, and more. Together, they have developed cost-efficient solutions that are now ready to be showcased to an international audience. 🥁 Now, the moment you’ve been waiting for! Meet the first startups joining the expo2025: About:Energy, AIRY Automotive, BLUESKEYE AI, Buluttan, CAMB.AI, Corvic AI, Dive CAE, Frickly Systems GmbH, GreenMatterAI, Humanoid, Neva XR, ONEKEY, Range Energy, revoltech, SPARETECH, ☆Stern Tech, trinamiX GmbH, Zendar But that’s not all—more visionary startups are in the pipeline and will be announced soon, set to demo innovations in #mobility, #production, #sustainability, #enterprise, and beyond. Get ready to witness open innovation in action! 🗓️ Mark your calendar for June 5, 2025, and join us in-person (invite-only) or online to see the highlights of corporate-startup collaborations. 🔗 More details on the agenda, speakers, and startup projects coming soon: https://lnkd.in/eM4k9BU7  👉 Apply for your spot to be considered for a ticket:  https://lnkd.in/e4CdrsPt  🙋🏻♂️ Be a Volunteer: https://lnkd.in/eejvw3xB  🎙️ For Media Inquiries, go here: https://lnkd.in/eeUTh3u4   #expo2025 #startupautobahn #startups #PNPTC Plug and Play Tech Center Plug and Play Europe Plug and Play Mobility

Yesterday, we gathered with our partners, startups, and guests for a dynamic Plug and Play event focused on Heavy Duty. 🚛 The heavy-duty industry is transforming through innovation, sustainability, and digitalization, reshaping mobility, logistics, and infrastructure with new challenges and opportunities. 🎤 A huge thank you to the industry experts, partners, and our Plug and Play Tech Center team for sharing valuable insights: – Dan Lis from AGC Automotive Europe on display integration in trucks, – Sascha Karimpour, Felix Lammers, and Gregor Kress introducing Plug and Play Mobility and our Heavy Duty initiative, – Theodora Preda & Alexander Schwerdt on the latest trends and the startups driving innovation in the heavy-duty industry. 🚀 Special thanks to BET MOTORS, Waveye, and Clover Optimization for pitching their cutting-edge solutions in electric trucks, radar technology, route and loading optimization. 👏 A big shoutout to Marc Luebke from ZF Group for sharing their success story in partnering with Range Energy. The event also included an interactive workshop identifying key heavy-duty challenges and a guided tour of ARENA2036 led by David Reichert. Thank you all for joining us!  Stay tuned for more events ahead—including the biggest and most anticipated expo2025! 🚀 #PNPTC #HeavyDuty #mobilityinnovation

📢 #Volunteers – Join the expo2025 Crew! 🚀 Ever wanted to experience STARTUP AUTOBAHN Expo up close? Now’s your chance! We’re looking for volunteers to join us on June 5, 2025, at Im Wizemann in Stuttgart—giving you a front-row seat to the future of mobility! expo2025 is an invite-only event bringing together OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, startups, investors, and public officials under this year’s theme: "Tomorrow in Motion — Driven by Efficiency." And as a volunteer, you’ll be right at the center of the action! 🧑🎓👩🏻💻 Who should apply:  Interns at automotive & industrial companies, university students & recent graduates, tech & event enthusiasts eager to see how one of Germany’s most exclusive startup events works. 🌟 Why join: – Get exclusive behind-the-scenes access to the major industry event – Connect with the brightest minds from leading automotive and tech companies – Gain hands-on experience in event production – Expand your network with industry leaders & experts – Attend exclusive talks & sessions 💡 Your Role:  From attendee registration and event navigation to stage support and video blogging, you'll be at the heart of the action—rocking our iconic STARTUP AUTOBAHN powered by Plug and Play T-Shirt while you're at it! 📝 How it works: Before the event, we’ll brief you and match you with a role that suits your interests. In return, you get a free event pass. After the event, you’ll also get a LinkedIn shoutout here in our official recap! Don’t miss your chance to be part of something big! 👉 Sign up now: https://lnkd.in/eejvw3xB ⏳ Deadline: March 31, 2025!  See you at expo2025! #startupautobahn #PNPTC #expo2025 #VolunteersWANTED Plug and Play Tech Center Plug and Play Europe Plug and Play Mobility Plug and Play Munich University of Stuttgart ARENA2036 Stuttgart Media University Baden-Wuerttemberg Cooperative State University (DHBW) Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) Start-up BW THE LÄND

#ModeratorAnnouncement We’re pleased to introduce Monika Michalska, Venture Analyst at Startup Autobahn by Plug and Play, as a moderator for the #ICASummit2025! 🌟 Monika brings together her expertise in clean technologies and sustainable innovation with a solid background in advanced materials. With a PhD in Materials Engineering, she has worked on optimizing manufacturing processes and researching next-generation photovoltaic technologies. Her passion for sustainability drives her mission to identify and support disruptive solutions that can transform the industry. At ICA Summit, Monika will be moderating the Startup Hour, where the most promising emerging companies in mobility and automotive tech will showcase their innovations. 🚀 Don’t miss this opportunity this April to see the next wave of game-changing startups, connect with industry pioneers, and discover what’s next for the SDV ecosystem! #StartupInnovation  #AutomotiveTransformation #StartupHour

🚀 🦹♀️ This International Women’s Day, we’re celebrating female startup founders together with Automobilwoche—and we want YOU 🫵 on stage at Women’s Leadership Day on May 21 in Munich! As a proud partner, STARTUP AUTOBAHN powered by Plug and Play will host the Startup Session moderated by Carolin Wais, Partner at Plug and Play Ventures, giving female-led startups a chance to shine. Automobilwoche will crown the "Female Founder of the Year" in automotive & software, spotlighting the brightest minds driving innovation. Ready to make an impact? Join us and be part of the action! 👩🏻💻 Submit a short presentation about your startup and its female founder to: [email protected]   👔 The expert jury will select startups for an exclusive on-stage session and a spot at the Startup Corner. ⏳ Deadline for applications: April 11, 2025. 👉 Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/etVhEjRx Women’s Leadership Day is the female networking event under this year's motto “Culture. Network. Empowerment”. Among the speakers are C-level executives and board members of Schaeffler, BMW Group, Elektrobit Automotive GmbH, McKinsey & Company, and many more. 🎟️ More information, agenda, and tickets are available soon here: https://lnkd.in/eVDgWhUQ Ready to make your mark? Apply now and seize the opportunity to win the award! Let’s empower and inspire together! 💪✨ Plug and Play Tech Center Plug and Play Europe Plug and Play Mobility Plug and Play FoundHER