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ANYbotics is a global leader in AI-driven robot inspection solutions, pioneering autonomous mobile robots that transform industrial operations. Founded in 2016 as a spin-off from ETH Zurich, the company has developed ANYmal, the world's most capable end-to-end robotic inspection solution engineered for complex industrial facilities and Ex-rated areas. Their four-legged autonomous robots are deployed across critical industries including oil and gas, chemicals, and energy, providing extreme mobility and inspection intelligence in demanding environments. ANYbotics tackles critical industry challenges in safety, efficiency, and sustainability by automating routine inspections that were previously dangerous or inefficient for humans. The company has grown from a team of 10 ETH researchers to over 200 employees, secured more than €127 million in funding, and established itself as the leading provider of autonomous robotic solutions. ANYmal robots operate 24/7 in facilities worldwide, delivering measurable improvements in equipment uptime, worker safety, and operational costs while providing valuable data integration capabilities for industrial operators.

Torc Robotics is on a mission to drive the future of freight through autonomous trucking technology that transforms how the world moves goods. Founded in 2005 at the birth of the self-driving vehicle revolution, Torc brings over 20 years of experience pioneering safety-critical, self-driving applications. As an independent subsidiary of Daimler Truck - the world's largest heavy-duty truck manufacturer - Torc combines startup agility with enterprise strength to commercialize Level 4 autonomous trucks for safe, sustained long-haul innovation in the freight industry. Safety is not just a priority but the foundation that supports every aspect of how the company develops, deploys, and operates its autonomous technology. Laser-focused on the Freightliner Cascadia platform, Torc is developing a complete self-driving software and integration solution specifically for hub-to-hub applications in the United States. The company collaborates with top fleet management companies like Schneider and C.R. England to deploy real-world solutions that improve road safety, deliver goods more efficiently, and address critical supply chain challenges. With facilities in Blacksburg, Virginia; Ann Arbor, Michigan; Albuquerque, New Mexico; and Montreal, Quebec, Torc leverages a multidisciplinary team of software engineers, safety professionals, and mechanics to push autonomous trucking from innovation to commercialization.

ATU exists to solve the fundamental challenge of automotive maintenance - providing drivers with a reliable, accessible partner for all their vehicle needs. Founded in 1985 in Weiden, Germany, ATU has grown from a single location into Germany's leading automotive service chain with over 500 branches and approximately 10,000 employees across Germany and Austria. The company's unique model combines professional workshops with integrated retail shops, offering customers everything from tires and auto parts to comprehensive vehicle services under one roof. As a Mobivia brand since 2016, ATU continues to transform the automotive aftermarket by combining traditional craftsmanship with modern convenience. The company serves millions of customers annually, providing everything from routine oil changes and inspections to complex repairs, all while maintaining competitive pricing and high quality standards. With both an extensive physical presence and a robust online shop, ATU ensures drivers can access essential automotive services and products wherever and whenever they need them, keeping Germany moving safely and efficiently.

AutoScout24 is the largest pan-European and Canadian online car market, with over 30 million users per month, more than 45,000 dealer partners, and around 2,000 employees. Operating in 19 countries across Europe and Canada, the platform offers a comprehensive solution for online car trading, connecting private customers, car dealers, and partners from automotive, finance, and insurance sectors. The marketplace features over two million vehicle listings including used and new cars, motorcycles, camping vehicles, and commercial vehicles. Founded in Munich in 1998 as MasterCar AG, AutoScout24 has evolved into an international marketplace through strategic acquisitions. The company expanded its portfolio by acquiring LeasingMarkt.de in 2020 (Germany's largest leasing marketplace), AutoProff in 2022 (a B2B platform for digital car trading), and Trader Corporation in 2024 (operating AutoTrader.ca and AutoHebdo.net in Canada). In 2021, AutoScout24 launched smyle, the world's first car marketplace with a fully online e-commerce solution, enabling buyers to purchase vehicles entirely online with payment, insurance, registration, home delivery, and a 14-day return policy. The company's editorial team has been providing industry-renowned vehicle tests and reports since 2001 through the AutoScout24 Magazine.

We're a team of industry veterans and innovators who've walked the showroom floor, negotiated deals, and know firsthand the pain points in automotive retail. Our platform connects dealers to a network of lenders, enabling car buyers to purchase and finance vehicles online while giving dealers the tools they need to sell smarter - whether that's on the website, in the showroom, or through OEM and marketplace partnerships. We process $4 billion in funded loans annually and work with 40+ of the nation's largest lenders. Our team spans across the U.S. and Canada, bringing deep experience from finance, technology, and the auto industry. We're focused on solving real problems: disconnected online-to-showroom experiences, chaotic sales processes, and the trust gap that still exists between customers and dealers. By unifying the customer-facing sales experience and providing guided workflows, we help dealers close more deals while maintaining control and profitability.

Born from a childhood in a garage where brothers Andy and Alex Lonsberry learned to weld alongside their father, Path Robotics emerged from a simple but powerful insight: the future of manufacturing would not build itself. While earning their PhDs in AI-related fields at Case Western Reserve University, the brothers recognized a critical gap in industrial automation - traditional robots could only repeat programmed motions, unable to see, understand, or adapt to the messy reality of manufacturing floors. In 2016, they founded Path with their father Ken and Matt Klein to build something radically different: intelligent machines that could bridge the growing chasm between skilled labor demand and supply. Today, Path Robotics has become the leading physical AI company for manufacturing, having developed the world's first truly autonomous robotic welding system. Powered by Obsidian™, their foundational AI model trained on tens of millions of welded inches, Path's Intelligent Welding Cells can see, understand, and adapt in real-time - achieving 97%+ first-pass yield while eliminating the need for custom fixtures or robot programmers. From their 186,000-square-foot facility in Columbus, Ohio, the team of 150+ engineers, researchers, and operators is rebuilding American manufacturing capacity across defense shipyards, data center construction, utility infrastructure, and heavy industry. Their mission extends beyond welding technology: they're enabling robots to build so humans can create.