We move dreams
In the automotive sector, Pininfarina covers the entire value chain, from vehicle styling to complete development including modeling, virtual reality, show cars, innovative packaging solutions at the system and component levels, prototype development, and small series production. In its offices in Munich and Böblingen (Stuttgart), this broad range of services benefits from the expertise of over 133 highly skilled employees, organized to ensure proximity to the customer, rapid response times, and efficient and innovative project implementation.
Our history
- 1991
- 2006
- 2013
- 2018
- 2023
1991
Through the acquisition of Erich Sollner KG, Pininfarina Deutschland GmbH in Renningen near Stuttgart becomes a subsidiary of the Italian Pininfarina S.p.A
2006
August 2006, incorporation of the Munich branch office MSX International into the Pininfarina Group under the new name mpx Entwicklung GmbH in Munich
December 2006, relocation of the headquarter Pininfarina Deutschland GmbH from Renningen to Leonberg
June 2007, start of mpx as branch office of Pininfarina Deutschland at location Leonberg
April 2008, founding of mpx Entwicklung GmbH in Leonberg
May 2008, Pininfarina Deutschland becomes Holding and transfers the business to its wholly owned subsidiaries – mpx Entwicklung GmbH in Munich and mpx Entwicklung GmbH in Leonberg
2013
October 2013, the two subsidiaries of MPX Entwicklung GmbH in Munich and Stuttgart merge to Pininfarina Deutschland GmbH, headquartered in Munich.
2018
In July 2018 David Gagliardi takes over management as new CEO.
2023
In January 2023 Christian G. Krinner takes over management as new CEO.
Sector of intervention
Core areas
- Body in White
- Interior
- Exterior
- Architecture and Integration
- Digitalization and Processes
Body in White
Efficient structures in steel, aluminum and fiber reinforced materials
Development of various framework concepts
Crash-optimized design including virtual validation
Consideration of all common types of connection
Modular design of frame and body structures
Weight optimization of components in different materials
Design of intrusion-resistant structures
Interior
Innovative dashboard modules for digital applications
Integration of screens and displays
Reduced-botton consoles with touchpads
Ambient lighting solutions
Functional and aesthetic upholstery
Development of components on all types of surfaces, from plastic to leather
Integration of passive safety devices
Seats for series production and sport derivatives, including metal structures
Design of the components in sustainable materials, including virtual validation
Exterior
Doors and flaps made of different materials
Integration of sensors and cameras for autonomous driving
Development of bumpers according to safety requirements
Light and sight including cleaning systems
Innovative modular roof systems
Mirror systems with integrated functions
Manual and electric opening and closing systems
Integration of country-specific charging ports
Architecture and Integration
Conceptual design and validation of styling concepts
Geometrical validation of legal, customer and homologation requirements
Integration, feasability, and ergonomic validation
Development of design-related component concepts
Integration of hybrid applications
MNU data management, interface management
Digital assessment of assembly
Detailed layout of vehicle geometry
Digitalization and Processes
Agile Development of Workflow Management
Process Analysis and optimization of business processes
Solution oriented software development “Pain Points”
Artificial Intelligence
Machine Learning – Reinforcement Learning (AWS)
Robotic Process Automation (RPA)
AI-supported Operation (Ticket classification)
Consulting
Digital Transformation
DevOps & Agile Development
Cloud
Root-Cause-Analysis
Release Management
Transition Management
AR/VR Prototyping
Product Development
Our services are certified
Achieving and obtaining the necessary certifications is an important matter for us as customer benefit and constant quality improvement.
Through our integrated management system, we are able to prove the requirements of the following certificates:
DIN EN ISO 9001:2015
TISAX
Pininfarina Germany
Christian Krinner
Bernd A. Bauer
Hans Ramatschi
Sandra Dax
Christian Krinner
Bernd A. Bauer
Hans Ramatschi
Sandra Dax
Christian Krinner joined Pininfarina Deutschland GmbH in 2023 as Managing Director – Finance
He can draw on a wide range of experience in various industries. After being with Siemens and DZ-Bank, Christian started his career in the media sector at a Bertelsmann branch, then accompanied the IPO of Helkon Media AG, where he was responsible for controlling and established the group reporting. Subsequently, he was involved in the restructuring of Wittur Group where he was responsible for various strategic projects. After a detour into the PE world, Christian integrated Bovo Spa into the Papier-Mettler Group and led the company as CFO for four years before he successfully managed the carve-out of montratec GmbH as CFO for Rantum Capital. For Charterhouse Capital he managed projects for the CFO office at Bartec before he was called for the now successfully completed restructuring of CySa-Pak GmbH.
Christian studied at the University of Augusburg and THI Ingolstadt, where he graduated in business administration. He is fluent in German, English and Italian.
In his spare time Christian is keen on sports, interested in arts and chairing a NGO running day-care centers.
Bringing over 25 years of automotive development expertise to Pininfarina Deutschland, Hans Ramatschi assumes the crucial role of Vice President Engineering. With a background starting as a component developer in a design office, Hans ascended to the role of CTO at a global development service provider. He has been part of Pininfarina formerly and has spent many years in companies like RONAL, Webasto, Mpx and SEGULA. His expertise spans establishing, restructuring, and managing business areas with P&L responsibility, process development, digitalization, and leadership with a span of 250+ individuals across various levels and international collaboration.
Sandra Dax, assuming the role of Vice President for Business Development at Pininfarina Deutschland, brings a wealth of experience to the position. Having completed her business administration studies at Landshut University of Applied Sciences, Sandra initiated her career at BMW in Munich, holding diverse management positions in Finance, Strategy, Sales, and Business Development across Germany, Austria, Italy, and globally. In November 2020, she transitioned to SAP SE as Global VP - Business Development Automotive and Industrial Machinery and Components. Since May 2021, Sandra has served as Co-Founder/Co-CEO of AnAttitude, specializing in digitalization, new business models, and automotive transformation. Sandra Dax was on the Supervisory Board of AUTODOC from August 2021 until September 2022. She was then appointed Co-CEO in October 2022 and moved back to the Supervisory Board as per hercontract in October 2023.