It was that time again…the ancient majesty, Salzburg’s highest three-thousander, the Großvenediger.

On the southern ascent from the Hinterbichl hiking parking lot via the Johannishütte and the Defreggerhaus, we followed the moraine ridge into the Mullwitzkees.

As a rope team, we marched over the striking glacier on snow and ice, past the Rainerhorn, the Hoher Aderl, and over the famous Venediger ridge to the summit.

At the end, we had covered around 2,300 meters of elevation gain, 29 km, a beautiful high-altitude tour, an impressive summit, and an absolutely amazing experience in our tour books.

Amazing days on the Hallstatt Glacier and the Hoher Dachstein, and another summit entry in the logbook… Yes!

On the roof of beautiful Styria, we were able to take part in training in high-altitude touring, glacier climbing, rope techniques, and rescue methods. It was a wonderful and very educational experience led by Berni Eglauer and his Alpinschule Steiermark.

Rounded off by perfect food and accommodation at the beautiful Simony Hut, these unforgettable days came to an end.

Top-class keynotes, visionary business panels and a comprehensive exhibition were offered in the unique ambience of the hangar at Graz Airport. International speakers from companies such as Mahindra, BMW, Rheinmetall, Siemens Mobility and many more shared their perspectives on the transformation of mobility.

VNT Automotive was represented with a stand and exhibits for the exchange of ideas and the presentation of new technologies in the areas of sustainability, efficient mobility and networked systems.

The beautiful event was rounded off with a festive networking gala, where 30 years of the ACstyria mobility cluster were honored.

VNT Automotive Group is a leading Tier-1 supplier for premium car manufacturers such as Audi, Bentley, Daimler, Magna Steyr and Porsche. Specialising in the production of high-quality structural body parts made from sheet metal, we set standards in precision, efficiency and sustainability.

With fully digitalised production, state-of-the-art manufacturing technology and all relevant certificates – including TISAX for maximum data security – we offer our partners maximum quality and reliability. Our commitment to sustainability makes us a pioneer – number 1 in the SAQ 5.0 automotive database – in the European automotive industry: resource-conserving processes, innovative use of materials and environmentally conscious production are a responsibility we live by.

VNT Automotive – your partner for pioneering solutions in automotive structural parts production.

VNT is expanding its extensive range of equipment with a modern mechanical crank press with stroke rates of up to 35 strokes/min. and a pressing force of 1,100 tons.

The “link drive” drive type enables lower speeds in the lower immersion area, which means that not only pressed parts but also drawn parts can be produced. The press line is equipped with a modern strip straightening and feed system and can process coil material up to 6 mm sheet thickness. Progressive dies as well as transfer tools can be used on a table size of 5×2.2 m. With this press, VNT can offer a much broader product portfolio for steel, aluminum and stainless steel sheet metal parts at absolutely competitive product prices.

According to the internet platform jointly developed by the OEMs – SAQ 5.0 for the assessment of sustainability for global suppliers, the VNT Automotive Group is among the TOP companies in Europe. VNT thus fulfils all the requirements of the automotive industry for improving sustainability. A resilient business model based on integrity and long-term sustainability enables us to fulfil our motto “QUALITY FOR THE BEST” and thus make a sustainable contribution to a low-emission and green future.

Prof Dr Stefan Bratzel from the Center of Automotive Management gave an impusl presentation on the future development of the global automotive industry at the Auto Tech Talk.

Afterwards, Magna Steyr CEO Roland Prettner, Pankl Racing CTO Stefan Seidl, Infineon CTO Stefan Rohringer, CEO Rainer Stelzer RLB Steiermark and CFO Christian Kallinger VNT Automotive Group discussed the effects of the transformation as well as the opportunities and risks for the Styrian industry.
Mr Kallinger explained the globalised, comparative advantages of the VNT business model. The high level of VNT digitalisation and the VNT AI systems were explained in detail using examples, including the high potential for process improvement.

The Hundskopfhütte is located above the Mürztal valley in Styria at around 1000m above sea level and is particularly well-known among pilgrims and long-distance hikers, as it lies directly on the pilgrimage route to Mariazell.

After a short hike through the Mürztal countryside with a stop at a farm, we ended our day at the Hundskopfhütte, where we were well catered for.

The waste collection took place on 6 October 2023. 45 employees in three teams collected waste in various sectors of the city. Of these 45 employees, 30 were from the production area and 15 from the office.

We formed mixed teams to better distinguish the employees from the sectors.

5 employees cooked goulash soup for everyone. We spent a fun day together.

Our third Family Day was organized on 09.09.2023 in Halászi. All employees and their families were cordially invited. There was a colorful program for young and old: glitter tattoo, adventure box, horse carriage, boat tour, laser fight, fire truck, military presentation, tower building, ropeway, slackline, wooden toys etc.
We also organized a competition with 3 teams. Mr. Vegyigümi was crowned the winner.
For lunch we served a warm scoop dish and in the afternoon a huge VNT cake.
The event was a great success and we received a lot of positive feedback.

Excited we started our tour in Kals am Großglockner. In glorious weather, we set off for the Stüdl Hut at the foot of the Großglockner. We followed the glacier to the via ferrata and further to the Erzherzog Johann Hütte on the Adelsruhe.

At 3454 m, the highest refuge in Austria, we spent the night in a mattress camp.

From the hut we went very early the next day to the “Glocknerleitl”. From here we were already very close to the Großglockner, it went in demanding climbing to the Glocknerscharte and over the beautiful summit ridge to the summit of the Großglockner 3,798 m.

Impressed by the sensational summit panorama at the summit cross, we contested the descent via the ascent path and further down to the valley to the car. In a good mood we started the journey home. 

We had the opportunity to use an interesting day at the “Red Bull Ring” in Spielberg for our teambuilding.

There we had the opportunity to prove our skills in numerous activities like “Pit Stop Game”, “Buggy Experience” or “Offroad Experience”.

On May 12th we used the Ebinger Winery in Poysdorf as the destination of our company outing.

There we could spend an interesting day, where we were given an insight into the history and the future of the winery…

Our excursion ended with an extensive winegrowers’ snack with wine tasting..

In the northern Waldviertel we had the opportunity to plant trees with our employees in beautiful weather.

The aim of the project is to reforest an area of about 13,000 ha destroyed by bark beetles with a climate-friendly mixed forest.
In addition to forest education and tree science, we had the opportunity to get to know different tree species.
Within a very short time, we succeeded in planting 1000 young trees. As a confirmation of our work, we received a certificate showing how much CO2 the newly planted trees will save.

The successful day ended at the Buschenschank HUMER , where we enjoyed a hearty snack and a fantastic view over the Waldviertel.

On 13.08.2022 the VNT family day took place again. The aim was to spend time together, have fun and participate in creative activities.

There was an extensive programme for everyone. Different stations either invited to relax or to actively participate. The new selfie CAM was particularly popular, with which many funny moments could be captured. Another highlight was the climbing wall. There were team competitions, an interactive children’s theatre, stilt walking, an exciting adventure course and much more – so there was never a dull moment and something for everyone.
We were very pleased that many employees came and that we were able to spend a great day together.