Bosch Advanced Ceramics announced that it will become part of the Sintokogio Group and, following completion of the acquisition, will operate under the name Sinto Advanced Ceramics. The new ownership lays the foundation for a long-term growth strategy supported by investments in the expansion of additive manufacturing for technical ceramics.
Since 2016, Bosch Advanced Ceramics has been funded by Bosch Business Innovations GmbH, the corporate venture builder of Bosch. Since then, Bosch Advanced Ceramics has established itself as one of the leading contract manufacturers of additively manufactured technical ceramics. With production based in Immenstadt, Germany, and sales offices worldwide, the company stands for outstanding expertise and the highest quality standards in contract manufacturing of technical ceramics.
Synergies strengthen market position For customers and partners, all manufacturing processes, materials, services, and the company’s proven reliability will remain unchanged. The core focus will continue to be additive contract manufacturing of technical ceramics. At the same time, joining the Sintokogio Group opens up new opportunities through access to additional resources, investments in technology and capacity, and a global network. This creates a strong foundation for the continued development and expansion of existing business activities.
The agreements were signed on 18 November and officially announced at the Formnext trade fair in Frankfurt am Main, Germany. The transaction is subject to regulatory approval and customary closing conditions. Completion is scheduled for January 1, 2026, at which time Bosch Advanced Ceramics will become Sinto Advanced Ceramics Europe GmbH, part of the Sintokogio Group. Details of the purchase agreement remain confidential.
Under the new company structure, Nikolai Sauer, the current CTO of Bosch Advanced Ceramics, will become the Managing Director of Sinto Advanced Ceramics Europe GmbH. Meanwhile, Sophie Berninger, the present CEO of Bosch Advanced Ceramics, will take on a new position within the Bosch Group.
“I look back with pride on the development of Bosch Advanced Ceramics under Bosch Business Innovations GmbH and would like to thank all partners and customers for their long-standing support,” said Sophie Berninger.
Nikolai Sauer added, “Becoming part of the Sintokogio Group opens up new perspectives and strengthens our position in a dynamically growing market. Together, we will continue to drive the advancement of additive manufacturing of technical ceramics and deliver the highest levels of quality and reliability to our customers.”