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Insights from the Unternehmeredition interview with CEO Uwe Hihn — The economic situation for many industrial companies remains challenging. Cost pressure, transformation, digitalization, and geopolitical uncertainty are driving the need for new strategies. At the same time, opportunities are emerging for companies that actively shape change.
This is precisely the focus of the cover story “Turnaround 2026: How a Restart Can Succeed” in Unternehmeredition. For the article, Uwe Hihn, CEO of the ACONEXT Group, was interviewed. In the discussion, he explains how the engineering market is evolving, why consolidation is increasing, and why ACONEXT is consistently pursuing a platform strategy combined with targeted acquisitions.
We have summarized the key insights and takeaways.
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Strong alliances for a strong future in the Defense & Aerospace market: ACONEXT acquires MHR in Ottobrunn
When high-tech meets passion and purpose —
With the acquisition of MHR Vertriebs- und Service GmbH, ACONEXT is strengthening its position in the Defense & Aerospace market segment – uniting two mid-sized success stories that share one foundation: a passion for technology, reliability, and people who take responsibility.
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In 2021, Thorsten Turlach started with just 14 people—today, he leads a team of 80 and the entire Trucks & Commercial Vehicles division at ACONEXT. What were the biggest challenges? Where is the journey heading? What does the future hold for hydrogen? And what can leadership learn from aviation?
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The Most Wanted Employer Ranking of the ZEIT publishing group presents Germany's most popular employers every year in cooperation with kununu. A list of the most popular companies was also published in June 2024. This year, ACONEXT achieved two impressively good positions.
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We've got great news! ACONEXT introduces new Future Tech Workspace in Stuttgart, Fellbach. Discover how our recent move will not only enhance our work environment but also elevate our capacity for collaboration and innovation to new heights. Explore exciting details about our update, here.
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Celebrate with us as ACONEXT proudly receives the Top Employer Germany award for the ninth year running! Discover how our dedication to innovation and passion for excellence are shaping the future of work. Join us in congratulating all fellow Top Employers 2024 worldwide.
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Speed meets innovation and racing. We proudly present the exciting achievements of the Esslingen racing team at the Formula Student 2023, as well as highlights from the E-Motion racing team Aalen. As a dedicated sponsor, we are pleased to look back upon the season of 2023: Exceptional talents, teamwork, and triumphs paving the way for automotive development.
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Growth amidst crisis? It is absolutely possible. ACONEXT, as a mid-sized company, weathered the storm remarkably well. In this retrospective we share the recipe for our success story and how, as a team, we not only endured but thrived despite the challenges of VUCA and COVID-19.
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Insights from the Unternehmeredition interview with CEO Uwe Hihn — The economic situation for many industrial companies remains challenging. Cost pressure, transformation, digitalization, and geopolitical uncertainty are driving the need for new strategies. At the same time, opportunities are emerging for companies that actively shape change.
This is precisely the focus of the cover story “Turnaround 2026: How a Restart Can Succeed” in Unternehmeredition. For the article, Uwe Hihn, CEO of the ACONEXT Group, was interviewed. In the discussion, he explains how the engineering market is evolving, why consolidation is increasing, and why ACONEXT is consistently pursuing a platform strategy combined with targeted acquisitions.
We have summarized the key insights and takeaways.
Success Stories
Strong alliances for a strong future in the Defense & Aerospace market: ACONEXT acquires MHR in Ottobrunn
When high-tech meets passion and purpose —
With the acquisition of MHR Vertriebs- und Service GmbH, ACONEXT is strengthening its position in the Defense & Aerospace market segment – uniting two mid-sized success stories that share one foundation: a passion for technology, reliability, and people who take responsibility.
Interviews
Success Stories
In 2021, Thorsten Turlach started with just 14 people—today, he leads a team of 80 and the entire Trucks & Commercial Vehicles division at ACONEXT. What were the biggest challenges? Where is the journey heading? What does the future hold for hydrogen? And what can leadership learn from aviation?
