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Next Gen Manufacturing - Additive Manufacturing for the Future
October 23, 2025 - October 24, 2025
Experience the "Next Gen Manufacturing" congress: Two days full of insights into additive manufacturing with C-level speakers and groundbreaking industry topics.
Application-oriented, cross-industry, groundbreaking!
Welcome to the Additive Manufacturing Congress 2025 in Munich, the trend-setting, international event with managing directors, CEOs, executives and politicians. From October 23 to 24, 2025, we offer you a unique platform to exchange ideas on the latest application-related developments in the field of additive manufacturing. “Next Gen Manufacturing - Additive Manufacturing for the Future” is the meeting place for leaders and innovators from various industries.
Please note that the event will be held in English.
Take a look behind the scenes of additive manufacturing!
As part of the congress, we offer you exclusive insights into selected companies in the region. Discover pioneering technologies, learn about best practices directly on site and talk to experts. Visits to BMW, EOS, MTU Aero Engines, Siemens, Oerlikon and toolcraft will give you practical insights into state-of-the-art AM applications at leading companies.
We also cordially invite you to our evening reception on the day before the congress - an ideal opportunity to get to know each other, exchange ideas and arrive.
Travel to and from the excursion and evening event is to be organized by the participants.
Gain insights into the industrialization of additive manufacturing from different perspectives. Siemens Digital Industry presents the Additive Digital Thread in the "Additive Manufacturing Experience Center" - the end-to-end process from the initial design idea to the store floor. Siemens Mobility presents insights into the industrial implementation of various AM technologies in the rail industry.
At Schaeffler Sondermaschinenbau, you will gain insights into an innovation that expands the powder bed process to include the possibility of multi-material applications, opening up completely new horizons.
toolcraft is a pioneer in forward-looking technologies such as additive manufacturing and the construction of individual turn-key robot solutions. Innovative processes are tested in engineering and brought to series maturity. As a partner for complete solutions, toolcraft offers the entire process chain from the idea to production to the qualified part in the field of CNC machining, additive manufacturing, injection molding, spark erosion and mold making. Customers include market leaders from the semiconductor industry, aerospace, medical technology, optical industry, special machine construction, motorsport and automotive sectors.
EOS is the world's leading technology provider for industrial 3D printing of metals and plastics. We are pioneers and innovators for integrated solutions in AM and have mastered the interaction of lasers and powder materials. We offer everything you need from a single source: 3D printers, materials and process parameters. The entire process is intelligently coordinated to enable reliably high part quality and a competitive advantage for our customers. Our portfolio also includes global service, comprehensive advice and training. Experience EOS live and discover our headquarters in Krailling near Munich as part of an exciting tour through our technology and innovation center - with EOS systems in real use.
During the Learning Expedition at the Advanced Manufacturing Campus, current research setups and laboratories of the Chairs of Materials Technology of Additive Manufacturing (Prof. Mayr) and Laser-based Additive Manufacturing (Prof. Wudy), as well as the Oerlikon AM research and development facilities will be presented. You will gain insights into the processes of Powder Bed Fusion with laser or electron beam, Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing, Plasma Metal Deposition and Binder Jetting as well as the associated laboratories for material testing and characterization. The tour will also introduce you to the Venture Lab Additive Manufacturing with its infrastructure for start-ups and give you an insight into the activities of the AM network Bavaria Makes.
Kick-off to the congress and space for exchange
The evening event on the day before the congress offers an ideal platform to get into conversation with speakers and other participants in a relaxed atmosphere. Make initial contacts, exchange views on current developments and get in the mood for the upcoming congress days together
Date: 22.10.2025
Time: 18.00
Location: Technical University of Munich (exact address will be provided upon registration)
StMWi,
© StMWK/Böttcher,
Bundesministerium,
Fraunhofer/ Stefan Obermeier,
Silke Maurer,
Michael Süß,
Bosch,
Dr. Karsten Heuser,
Prof. Dr.-Ing. Carolin Körner/Friedrich-Alexander Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg,
Prof. Dr.-Ing. Carolin Körner/Friedrich-Alexander Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg,
Richard Hague,
Johannes Gartner,
Jan Dzugan,
Prof. Katrin Wudy/Technische Universität München,
Christoph Hauck/toolcraft AG,
Stefanus Bosch,
NA,
©FIT AG / Foto: Steffen Galster,
KSB,
Christoph Hauck/toolcraft AG,
Dr. Marius Lakomiec,
Ingomar Kelbassa,
mga-net,
RWTH Aachen,
Peter Mayr,
Prof. Dr. Christian Seidel/Hochschule München,
Universität BW,
Markus Bähr,
MBDA,
Hinrich Kötter,
Alexandra Rietenbach,
Cathrin Wilhelm,
Lars Colin Steinmeyer 2025,
Thorsten Löwer,
Joachim Zettler/EOS GmbH,
Rudolf Franz,
Lars Colin Steinmeyer 2025,
Astrid Rota,
Dr. Karsten Heuser,
Frank Carsten Herzog/Concept Laser GmbH,
What does it take to not only build a start-up in the field of additive manufacturing, but also to successfully work towards an exit? In his presentation, Frank Carsten Herzog will provide an overview of key success factors: from the property rights strategy and the importance of a strong corporate culture to personnel and product development through to research priorities and the systematic development of sales channels. The presentation will also shed light on the important prerequisites on the investor side in order to create real added value for founders. A guide for anyone who wants to strategically shape the path to a successful exit.
Frank Carsten Herzog/Concept Laser GmbH,
The Org,
Arno Held,
Sascha Schwarz,
Brigitte de Vet-Veithen,
Bosch Connected World,
ADDMAN,
Gerald Hagemann,
Matthias Schmidt Lehr,
Filip Geerts,
Alexander Jakschik,
Dr. Karsten Heuser,
Jens Hübner,
AM I Navigator - "The Manual to successfully industrialize AM tailored to the industries needs"
Despite the growing adoption of Additive Manufacturing (AM), many companies still face significant challenges in scaling AM processes to industrial levels. Key obstacles include manual post-processing steps, fragmented and discontinuous digital workflows across design, engineering, and shopfloor operations, as well as complex quality assurance procedures.
To systematically address these challenges, the AM I Navigator initiative was launched. At its core is a practice-oriented maturity model that supports both the industrialization of AM technologies and their integration into industrial production environments. The model spans ten dimensions across the domains of strategy, product, and production, and serves as the foundation for the AM I Navigator Check - a facilitated, on-site workshop for self-assessment within the company.
The goal is to determine the current maturity level, establish benchmarks, and collaboratively define a target state. Siemens and its partners then support the implementation - tailored, scalable, and cross-industry.
Nicolas Rousseau,
Heising,
Andreas Langfeld,
Jens Hübner,
Julien Marcilly,
Lell Friedemann,
Julien Marcilly,
Frank Rethmann,
Dieter Schwarze,
Dr. Jürgen Kraus/MTU Aero Engines AG,
Fraunhofer IWS,
Sebastian Zenetti,
Rolf Mack,
Benjamin Baudrit,
Stefan Schulze,
Markus Kury,
Kohler,
Holger Ruckdächsel,
Marco Kesting,
Christian Ochs,
Lorenzo Gasparoni,
Jens Abromeit,
Christoph Rom,
Bernhard Winkler,
Bernhard Langefeld,
Frank Döpper,
Prof. Dr.-Ing. Christian Seidel,
Frank Carsten Herzog,
Katrin Wudy,
Arno Held,
Toolcraft AG,
Dr. Karsten Heuser,
Dr. Marius Lakomiec,
"This congress has the potential and the task of providing a decisive impetus to secure the position of Germany and Bavaria in the leading group of the growth market of additive manufacturing."
Prof. Dr.-Ing. Christian Seidel
Head of Smart Manufacturing Lab, Munich University of Applied Sciences
Exhibitors
Technologie Campus Parsberg-Lupburg,
KBS,
FIT AG Additive Manufacturing Group,
Bayern Innovativ GmbH,
3D Werk Black Forest GmbH,
3D Masterparts,
Next Gen Manufacturing - Additive Manufacturing for the Future is a unique opportunity to position yourself as a player in additive manufacturing, make valuable contacts and expand your network.
Become part of our exclusive exhibition and secure your place today via our exhibition store.
The exhibitor package includes
- Basic infrastructure for your stand (approx. 3x2m area, power connection, 1 high table)
- Two exhibitor passes (incl. participation in the congress, catering)
- Presentation of the company on the event website (company logo, brief description of the company)
- Organizational support by employees of Bayern Innovativ GmbH
| Category | Price (gross)* / Price (net) |
| Economy / research organization | € 3.332,00 / € 2.800,00 |
| University/authority | € 1,904.00 / € 1,600.00 |
| Start-up (founded after 01.01.2019, proof required) | € 1,904.00 / € 1,600.00 |
The expert committee of the Next Gen Manufacturing Congress is made up of renowned personalities from business, science and politics. With their technical expertise and strategic foresight, they shape the content of the congress.
| Name | Function / Company |
|---|---|
| Stefanus Bosch | Head of Additive Manufacturing Predevelopment and Planning / BMW Group |
| Christoph Hauck | Head of Technology and Sales / toolcraft AG |
| Arno Held | Managing Partner / AM Ventures |
| Frank Carsten Herzog | Managing Director / HZG Management GmbH & Co KG |
| Dr. Karsten Heuser | Vice President for Additive Manufacturing / Siemens AG |
| Prof. Dr. Eric A. Jägle | Chair of Materials for Additive Processes Institute of Materials Science University of the Federal Armed Forces Munich |
| Prof. Dr.-Ing. habil. Carolin Körner | Chair of Materials Science / FAU Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg |
| Dr. Marius Lakomiec | Global Manager Technology Funding & Standardization / EOS GmbH |
| Prof. Dr. Peter Mayr | Professor for Materials Technology of Additive Manufacturing / Technical University of Munich |
| Prof. Dr.-Ing. Christian Seidel | Head of Smart Manufacturing Lab and Bavarian PhD Cluster, Munich University of Applied Sciences |
| Prof. Dr.-Ing. Katrin Wudy | Professorship for Laser-based Additive Manufacturing / Technical University of Munich |
Venue
Science Congress Center Munich
Walther-von-Dyck-Straße 10
85748 Garching near Munich
Public transport connections
The conference center can be easily reached by subway "U6 - Garching Forschungszentrum".
You are welcome to use the DB event ticket for your journey
Parking
For guests arriving by car, the "Galileo - Tiefgarage Campus Garching" (Walther-Von-Dyck Str. 6, 85748 Garching bei München) offers parking spaces for a fee.
Professional contact
Organizational contact
Bayern Innovativ GmbH,
Marketing/Press Contact
