At EMO Hannover 2025, DN Solutions highlighted the key milestones and future roadmap of its global growth strategy, ‘Vision 2032.’ which was first introduced at EMO 2023. The strategy, aimed at positioning the company as a global, technology-driven leader in manufacturing solutions, is progressing ahead of schedule.
“Since the company’s founding in 1976, We’ve Surpassed 300,000 Machines Deployed Globally. DN Solutions has established itself as a trusted partner for diverse industries worldwide, including in Europe,” said Won-jong Kim, CEO of DN Solutions. “Through strategic partnerships and local investments, we will continue to expand our technological leadership and global footprint, delivering the most advanced products and services to customers worldwide.”
Key Milestones in the Past Two Years
Expanded Installed Base: Since the company’s founding in 1976, DN Solutions has surpassed the milestone of 300,000 machines deployed globally, significantly growing its market share in major countries.
Industry Diversification: The company rapidly expanded beyond the automotive and semiconductor sectors into aerospace, space, and defense.
Advanced Technology Leadership: DN Solutions has demonstrated its commitment to innovation by launching the DLX series for PBF additive manufacturing and making an equity investment in Carbon Black to lead the development of manufacturing AI.
Global Footprint: To strengthen its global presence, the company stabilized its German R&D center, began construction of a new plant and R&D center in India, and opened a new Tech Center in Chicago, U.S.
HELLER Acquisition: A New Chapter in Europe
On August 26, DN Solutions signed an agreement in Nürtingen, Germany, to acquire 100% of HELLER Holding’s shares. The transaction, pending regulatory approval, is projected to create a combined entity with revenues of approximately EUR 2 billion.
Kim reaffirmed the company’s commitment to honor all existing and new contracts, ensuring uninterrupted customer support. He also pledged to retain HELLER’s management team and key talent to preserve the technical expertise and customer trust built over its 130-year history.
“The heritage, management philosophy, and technological excellence HELLER has built will remain at the heart of its operations,” Kim said. “Together, DN Solutions and HELLER will function as a ‘One Team,’ building stronger partnerships across German and European industries.”
Delivering Enhanced Value to European Manufacturing
Through the HELLER acquisition, DN Solutions aims to significantly contribute to the revitalization of the German machine tool sector, offering European customers a true one-stop manufacturing solutions platform. The both Both organizations will leverage its stronger financial foundation and global economies of scale to build a more resilient supply chain and integrate advanced IT capabilities for smart machine tools. These efforts will ultimately enhance the competitiveness of European manufacturing and deliver greater value to customers.
