The TOP 100 innovation competition is based on a scientific evaluation process conducted under the direction of Prof. Dr. Nikolaus Franke, a leading innovation researcher. ETO was assessed using more than 100 criteria in five categories: Innovation-promoting top management, innovation climate, innovative processes and organization, external orientation/open innovation and the innovation success achieved. For the sixth time, ETO GRUPPE scored highly in all categories.
In this year's round of the competition – which is already the 32nd of its kind – 364 medium-sized enterprises participated, 262 of which managed to convince the jury and have been allowed to bear the TOP 100 seal since February 1, 2025.
In addition to its traditional portfolio for the automotive and industrial sectors, the internationally operating ETO GRUPPE has been developing completely new products as well as software and apps for a wide range of sectors and target groups since 2019. For example, ETO has launched innovations for the areas of e-mobility, autonomous driving and traffic infrastructure. Market-ready new developments are also available for smart factories and smart farming. There are also promising new products for medical technology and care.
The award ceremony will take place on June 27, 2025 in Mainz, where the well-known science journalist and TOP 100 mentor Ranga Yogeshwar will personally congratulate the representatives of ETO GRUPPE on their success. We are delighted about the award because it shows what makes us special: Innovatively continuing at the top!