Formnext to be headed by management duo as from November 2024

As from 1 November 2024, there will be two managers at the helm of the Formnext brand. Christoph Stüker has joined Sascha Wenzler to lead the world’s leading trade fair for Additive Manufacturing and the next generation of industrial production. Both have been key members of the event team since the inaugural Formnext in 2015 and have now joined forces to continue driving the brand forward.

On his new appointment, Christoph Stüker, who, until 31 October 2024, was Deputy Vice President of Formnext, stated, “I have been involved in Formnext since its inception and have helped to shape the event. In my new function, I look forward to continuing this work with Sascha Wenzler and the amazing team to keep delivering an exceptional platform for our customers and community members into the future.”

In the 10 years since its premiere, Formnext has continued to grow, expanding its content with appealing supporting events, showcases plus a new conference program and awards format. Formnext has become a hub for Additive Manufacturing, and the organizers work on a large number of projects throughout the year that go far beyond traditional exhibition activities.

The changes in the AM industry require continuous adaptation and fine-tuning of the trade fair concept as well as a year-round offer to customers: “Having both of us in charge will make it easier to address all the associated challenges, and I am delighted to have Christoph Stüker as the perfect partner at my side,” said Sascha Wenzler, who has been heading Formnext as Vice President Mesago Messe Frankfurt since 2015. “Christoph has been with Formnext since the very beginning and is the ideal person to provide the support required to take Formnext into the future. Together with our strong team, we will be able to respond even more comprehensively to this exciting growth sector.”

Petra Haarburger, President Mesago Messe Frankfurt, added: “I am delighted that by establishing this dual leadership with Sascha Wenzler and Christoph Stüker, we are taking account of the growing relevance of our Formnext for the AM community. In this way, we will be able to drive forward the further development and expansion of relevant formats in the technology hub”.