17th Annual General Assembly
10 July 2025 | Stuttgart (ARENA2036)
We look forward to welcoming you to the 17th Annual General Assembly of ASCS, followed by the AI & Data-driven Simulation Forum 2025 at ARENA2036 in Stuttgart.
This is your opportunity to gain insights into current and future activities at ASCS, connect with fellow members, and actively shape the direction of our community. The General Assembly is the central platform to discuss key topics related to membership, strategy, and finance. The ASCS Executive Board is eager to hear your feedback, ideas, and concerns.
AGENDA
9:30 AM CEST
Registration
and visit to the Communication & Experience Area
10:00 AM
1. Opening Remarks by the ASCS Executive Board
2. Presentation of the Agenda
3. Call for Objections or Amendments to The Agenda
10:05 AM
4. Developments & Community Updates
4.1 Key Developments in 2024 & 2025
This session provides an overview of key developments within the ASCS member network in 2024 / 2025, including progress in work groups, collaborative projects and partnerships, and key community events. It also highlights strategic initiatives within the ENVITED Research Cluster.
- Alexander F. Walser | ASCS e.V.
- Lutz Morich | frE3 innovations
- Carlo van Driesten | BMW
4.2 Welcome to Our New Members
Introduction of newly joined companies and institutions that are strengthening the ASCS community. Each organization will briefly present itself and share its core areas of expertise and focus within the simulation and mobility ecosystem.
- Dassault Systèmes
- Deontic BV
- GOTECH Fahrzeugentwicklungs- und Konstruktionsgesellschaft mbH
- Mingabyte GmbH
- PERFACCT GmbH
- science + computing ag
- ...
4.3 Outlook 2025/2026 and ASCS Strategy
Presentation of ASCS's strategic priorities and planned initiatives for 2025 and 2026.
4.4 Questions & Discussion on Agenda Items 4.1 – 4.3
Open floor for questions, feedback, and discussion related to the reports and strategic outlook presented in items 4.1 to 4.3.
10:45 PM
5. Financial Overview and Board Matters
5.1 Financial Report 2024
Presentation of the financial performance and key figures for the fiscal year 2024.
5.2 Cash Auditor’s Report
Summary of the audit findings and confirmation of financial compliance by the appointed cash auditors.
5.3 Business Plan 2025
Outlook and planning for the running fiscal year, including budget allocation and strategic financial priorities.
5.4 Proposal for the Discharge of the Board
Formal proposal for the discharge of responsibilities of the Executive Board based on the 2024 reporting.
5.5 Vote on the Discharge of the Executive Board
Member vote on granting discharge to the Executive Board for the 2024 financial year.
01:00 PM
Lunch Break
Networking and Visit to the Communication & Experience Area
2:00 PM -10:00 PM
AI & Data-driven Simulation Forum 2025
For more information please visit the event website.
Note:
The ASCS Annual General Assembly is exclusively reserved for ASCS members. Participation is free of charge.
The 17th Annual General Assembly of ASCS will be followed by the
AI & Data-driven Simulation Forum 2025.
Here are some impressions of the AI & Data-driven Simulation Forum 2024 in Böblingen.
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Who Should Attend
The Annual General Assembly is open exclusively to ASCS members and is a must-attend event for anyone actively involved in shaping the future of simulation, AI, and high-performance computing within the automotive and mobility sectors.
If you're a decision-maker, R&D leader, or researcher focused on smart, automated, and connected mobility, this is your platform to engage directly with the ASCS community. Join fellow members to exchange ideas, influence strategic directions, and help drive innovation through collaborative discussion and governance.
Showcase Your Technology
at AI & Data-driven Simulation Forum 2025
Would you like to present your cutting-edge technology to our audience and connect with potential partners and clients? Our exhibition area offers the ideal platform to showcase your research activities, solutions, products, or services to an engaged and forward-thinking crowd.
Whether you’re working on groundbreaking simulation software, advanced AI technologies or intelligent services in the field of mobility simulation, we’re excited to feature your innovation at our event. This is your opportunity to highlight your contributions to the future of mobility.
It’s simple to get involved:
Contact us to discuss the possibilities for securing your exhibition stand. Together, we’ll create a space that puts your technology in the spotlight and fosters collaboration with industry leaders and researchers.
Reach out to us now to join the exhibition!
We look forward to hearing from you and showcasing the future of mobility simulation together.