A good deal more energy than usual can be felt at the MAFINEX Technology Center in mid-July 2024. No wonder: after all, the competing start-ups from the energy sector are competing to win the AXEL Energy Cup. Hydrop systems particularly impressed the jury, but the strong pitches from the other start-ups were also inspiring. Our association is optimally represented as co-host with our Chairwoman Christiane Ram and Managing Director Anna Schmidt.