Bosch Advanced Ceramics to Become Part of the Sintokogio Group
New ownership – same focus: Additive contract manufacturing of advanced ceramics
Bosch Advanced Ceramics 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 [Watch the record on YouTube]. 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.
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.
Nikolai Sauer
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.”
A strong foundation for continued growth
At the end of the third quarter of 2025, Bosch Advanced Ceramics reported 115 percent year-over-year revenue growth, a clear indicator of rising demand for additively manufactured technical ceramics and the company’s strong market position.
“We are very pleased to welcome Bosch Advanced Ceramics to the Sintokogio Group,” said Atsushi Nagai, President of Sintokogio Ltd. “Their expertise and market position are an ideal fit for our portfolio and open new opportunities in innovative industries. This integration marks an important step in expanding our global expertise in high-performance ceramics and 3D printing.”
About Sintokogio Group
The internationally active Sintokogio Group, headquartered in Nagoya, Japan, is a global leader in industrial equipment and manufacturing solutions. Sinto is the world’s largest and most trusted manufacturer of foundry equipment, offering sophisticated foundry technologies for improving casting quality, productivity and the work environment. Sinto has applied its experience and know-how to related fields, serving customers and industries with solutions for surface treatment, environmental preservation, material handling, mechatronics, consumables, and more. In addition, Sintokogio is active in several high-tech sectors, including high-performance ceramics, additive manufacturing, and precision engineering. Through strategic investments in future technologies, Sintokogio pursues the vision of expanding additive manufacturing of technical ceramics worldwide. The integration of Bosch Advanced Ceramics further strengthens this position and provides a solid foundation for long-term growth and innovation.
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