– Purchase price of $47 per share in cash represents an equity value of approximately $3.9 billion or an enterprise value of $3.4 billion (€3.0 billion) – – Planned acquisition will immediately add revenue and accelerate mid- to long-term growth for Merck KGaA biopharmaceutical company with a first-in-class systemic standard-of-care therapy in adults with desmoid tumors and the first and only approved therapy for adults and children with neurofibromatosis type 1-associated plexiform neurofibromas – – Planned acquisition will strengthen the presence of Merck KGaA Germany’s Healthcare business in the United States and expand reach of SpringWorks' therapeutic innovations to more patients with rare tumors worldwide – a commercial-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on severe rare diseases and cancer today announced the companies have entered into a definitive agreement for Merck KGaA The purchase price of $47 per share in cash represents an equity value of approximately $3.9 billion or an enterprise value of $3.4 billion (€3.0 billion) based on SpringWorks’ cash balance as of December 31 and a premium of 26% to SpringWorks’ unaffected 20-day volume-weighted average price of $37.38 on February 7 the day prior to the first market speculation of a potential transaction between Merck KGaA “The agreed acquisition of SpringWorks is a major step in our active portfolio strategy to position Merck KGaA and strengthens our presence in the U.S.,” said Belén Garijo Chair of the Executive Board and CEO of Merck KGaA we will continue to explore M&A opportunities across our three complementary business sectors The planned transaction is fully aligned with the business development/M&A priorities of Merck KGaA Germany’s Healthcare business as outlined during the company’s Capital Markets Day in October 2024: to continue to pursue external innovation via in-licensing of high-quality compounds at various stages of development and focused acquisitions that promise early value creation It also fits with the strategic objective of strengthening Merck KGaA Germany’s Healthcare presence in the United States the business combination will immediately contribute to Merck KGaA Germany’s revenues and is expected to be accretive to Merck KGaA Germany’s earnings per share pre (EPS pre) in 2027 The acquisition will be funded with available cash and new debt Germany will retain the ability to pursue larger transactions and continue to evaluate opportunities across its three sectors Germany is committed to preserving its strong investment grade credit rating systemic standard-of-care therapy for adults with desmoid tumors and the first and only approved therapy for adults and children with neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1) who have symptomatic plexiform neurofibromas (PN) not amenable to complete resection will accelerate immediate and sustainable revenue growth for Merck KGaA SpringWorks’ portfolio complements Merck KGaA Germany recently exercising an option for worldwide commercialization rights for pimicotinib an investigational therapy developed by Abbisko Therapeutics Co. for patients with tenosynovial giant cell tumor (TGCT) “We have the unique opportunity with SpringWorks to establish a leadership position in rare tumors and build a strong foundation for further investments in this area where a large unmet medical need exists,” said Peter Guenter member of the Executive Board and CEO of Healthcare at Merck KGaA Germany and SpringWorks are the perfect combination to improve outcomes for patients with rare tumors and bring therapeutic innovations to more patients worldwide while building on and reinforcing the early success of SpringWorks in the United States the planned acquisition will create long term sustainable growth for our Healthcare business we look forward to completing this strategic transaction and making a meaningful difference for patients whose lives are so profoundly affected by these complex and challenging tumors.” The agreed acquisition provides SpringWorks with an opportunity to expand its reach into markets beyond the U.S and leverage the breadth of resources of Merck KGaA our focus at SpringWorks has been to create transformative solutions for patients suffering from serious diseases We have successfully launched two best-in-class medicines in the United States and with the aspiration to deliver our therapies worldwide It became clear during our discussions with the Merck KGaA Germany team that we share many core values including a commitment to help more patients with rare tumors live longer “We believe that by joining forces with Merck KGaA but we will also be able to leverage their resources and expertise to build a brighter future for the patient communities we seek to serve while also creating new opportunities for SpringWorks employees as part of a global organization.” Food and Drug Administration (FDA)-approved therapy OGSIVEO® (nirogacestat) is a first-in-class therapy that is the systemic standard of care for the treatment of adult patients with progressing desmoid tumors who require systemic treatment SpringWorks' marketing authorization application (MAA) for nirogacestat is under review with the European Medicines Agency (EMA) with a Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use (CHMP) decision expected in Q2 2025 GOMEKLI™ (mirdametinib) is the first and only FDA-approved therapy for the treatment of adult and pediatric patients 2 years of age and older with NF1-PN not amenable to complete resection The FDA’s February 2025 approval of GOMEKLI was based on positive data from SpringWorks’ Phase 2b ReNeu trial which showed GOMEKLI treatment resulted in a robust objective response rate deep and durable reductions in tumor volume SpringWorks was granted a rare pediatric disease priority review voucher by the FDA The marketing authorisation application for mirdametinib has been validated by the European Medicines Agency (EMA) with a potential approval in 2025 SpringWorks is advancing its pipeline with additional programs in other tumor settings that are currently underserved The transaction has been unanimously approved Germany and SpringWorks Boards of Directors and is expected to close in the second half of 2025 subject to satisfaction of customary closing conditions including approval of SpringWorks’ shareholders and receipt of required regulatory approvals Morgan is acting as exclusive financial advisor and Sullivan & Cromwell LLP is acting as legal counsel to Merck KGaA Centerview Partners LLC and Goldman Sachs & Co LLC are acting as joint financial advisors to SpringWorks and Goodwin Procter LLP is acting as SpringWorks’ legal counsel SpringWorks is a commercial-stage biopharmaceutical company dedicated to improving the lives of patients with severe rare diseases and cancer We developed and are commercializing OGSIVEO® (nirogacestat) as the first and only FDA-approved medicine for adults with desmoid tumors and GOMEKLI™ (mirdametinib) as the first and only FDA-approved medicine for both adults and children with neurofibromatosis type 1 associated plexiform neurofibromas (NF1-PN) We are also advancing a diverse portfolio of novel targeted therapy product candidates for patients with both solid tumors and hematological cancers More than 62,000 employees work to make a positive difference to millions of people’s lives every day by creating more joyful and sustainable ways to live From providing products and services that accelerate drug development and manufacturing as well as discovering unique ways to treat the most challenging diseases to enabling the intelligence of devices – the company is everywhere generated sales of € 21.2 billion in 65 countries The company holds the global rights to the name and trademark “Merck” internationally The only exceptions are the United States and Canada EMD Serono in healthcare and EMD Electronics in electronics scientific exploration and responsible entrepreneurship have been key to the company’s technological and scientific advances the founding family remains the majority owner of the publicly listed company press releases are distributed by e-mail at the same time they become available on the EMD Group website In case you are a resident of the USA or Canada please go to www.emdgroup.com/subscribe to register for your online change your selection or discontinue this service Additional Information and Where to Find It on the investor relations page of SpringWorks’ website at ir.springworkstx.com or by contacting SpringWorks’ investor relations department at investors@springworkstx.com SpringWorks and certain of its directors and executive officers may be deemed to be participants in the solicitation of proxies from the stockholders of SpringWorks in respect of the proposed transaction and any other matters to be voted on at the special meeting Information about SpringWorks’ directors and executive officers including a description of their direct interests will be included in the proxy statement (when available) SpringWorks stockholders may obtain additional information regarding the direct and indirect interests of the participants in the solicitation of proxies in connection with the proposed transaction including the interests of SpringWorks directors and executive officers in the proposed transaction which may be different than those of SpringWorks stockholders generally by reading the proxy statement and any other relevant documents that are filed or will be filed with the SEC relating to the proposed transaction You may obtain free copies of these documents using the sources indicated above Any statements in this press release about SpringWorks’ future expectations as well as any other statements regarding matters that are not historical facts may constitute “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 Such statements are subject to risks and uncertainties and actual results may 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You should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements because they involve known and unknown risks and assumptions that are difficult or impossible to predict and These forward-looking statements are based upon SpringWorks’ current expectations and involve assumptions that may never materialize or may prove to be incorrect Actual results and the timing of events could differ materially from those anticipated in such forward-looking statements as a result of various risks and uncertainties change or other circumstance that could give rise to the termination of the merger agreement; (ii) the satisfaction (or waiver) of closing conditions to the consummation of the proposed transaction including the receipt of required regulatory approvals and the requisite approval of SpringWorks’ stockholders; (iii) the effects of disruption from the proposed transaction contemplated by the merger agreement and the impact of the announcement and pendency of the proposed transaction on SpringWorks’ business; (iv) the effects of the proposed transaction on relationships with employees preclinical studies and clinical trials; (xii) risks and uncertainties related to regulatory application review and approval processes and SpringWorks’ compliance with applicable legal and regulatory requirements; (xiii) general industry conditions and competition; and (xiv) general economic factors as well as other risks associated with the proposed transaction will be more fully discussed in the proxy statement to be filed with the SEC in connection with the proposed transaction Additional risks and uncertainties that could cause actual outcomes and results to differ materially from those contemplated by the forward-looking statements are included under the caption “Risk Factors” in the Company’s most recent annual and quarterly reports filed with the SEC and any subsequent reports on Form 10-K Form 10-Q or Form 8-K filed from time to time and available at www.sec.gov All forward-looking statements contained in this communication speak only as of the date hereof and SpringWorks specifically disclaims any obligation to update any forward-looking statement MediaMedia@Springworkstx.com InvestorsInvestors@Springworkstx.com created to help solve the growing issues of product safety Chief Science & Technology Officer of Merck KGaA "As expectations for product quality control rise companies must ensure safety and transparency in their industrial value chains while complying with ever-tightening regulations they may have struggled to fully digitalize assurance processes because machines did not meet human standards cyber-physical trust platform that enhances product traceability and authenticity by digitally empowering human capabilities in quality control processes Designed for businesses that want to remain competitive in today's connected world this innovative technology is also poised to enable the novel business models of tomorrow." The M-Trust™ platform enables organizations to improve product quality and authenticity by immutably linking the physical and digital worlds the new offering supports the creation of digital twins for enhanced product security and the digitization of quality control processes The M-Trust™ portfolio of software and hardware is first-to-market and built on multi-patented technology The Platform as a Service (PaaS) offering includes software that can be easily integrated into existing workflows and processes crypto anchors that are adaptable to different security needs this technology is backed by the company's legacy and expertise in product quality and security and is designed to adapt to evolving technologies and regulatory requirements The M-Trust™ platform is being launched in beta to offer verified users an early invite to be part of the new product's journey. Updates on the general availability will be provided in due course. More information on the new platform and developer-focused software development kits can be found at: www.MTrust.io All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners Detailed information on trademarks is available via publicly accessible resources 2025The M-Trust™ platform will be showcased at CES 2025 at the EMD Electronics booth (#9005) in North Hall 5 of the Las Vegas Convention Center (LVCC) there will a be presentation by James Kugler followed by a discussion with Laura Matz from 3:30 to 4:00 PM PST Laura Matz will also participate in a panel discussion titled From Risk to Resilience: Supply Chain Playbook for Innovators on January 8 Around 63,000 employees work to make a positive difference to millions of people's lives every day by creating more joyful and sustainable ways to live generated sales of € 21 billion in 65 countries The company holds the global rights to the name and trademark "Merck" internationally scientific exploration and responsible entrepreneurship have been key to the company's technological and scientific advances All Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany, press releases are distributed by e-mail at the same time they become available on the EMD Group website. In case you are a resident of the USA or Canada, please go to www.emdgroup.com/subscribe to register for your online Photo - https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/2589645/Merck_KGaA_Darmstadt_Germany.jpg Do not sell or share my personal information: UTSA and TU Darmstadt representatives gather in conversation to discuss global order and contemporary issues Photos courtesy of TU Darmstadt/Patrick Bal a group of UTSA students had the once-in-a-lifetime experiential learning opportunity to travel to Darmstadt to participate in a series of discussions on global order and contemporary issues in world politics with university city and consulate representatives from Germany and San Antonio The Technical University of Darmstadt (TU Darmstadt) one of UTSA’s strategic global partners The experience was part of a study abroad program led by Matthias Hofferberth UTSA professor of political science and geography TU Darmstadt professor of political science offered 10 UTSA global affairs students a chance to be part of an intercultural classroom with 10 TU Darmstadt students The participants studied and discussed questions of global order which refers to the structure and organization of the international system norms and institutions that govern relations between states and shape global politics joined the students and professors for a panel discussion in response to the student-led joint seminar titled “Global (Dis)Order.” The discussion focused on the status of transatlantic relations and future challenges for global order The panelists highlighted the importance of the transatlantic partnership as a key principle of global order noting its complexity and the need for active engagement at various levels They also advocated for a global order that is fairer to all and more open to change The event concluded with a commitment to fostering fairness and adaptability in global governance underscoring the strength of the TU Darmstadt-UTSA partnership in promoting international dialogue a global affairs major and one of the 10 UTSA students who participated in the dialogues “I found these conversations to be extremely enlightening because they enhanced my understanding about global order and international relations by taking varying perspectives into account,” she said “As a person who is interested in pursuing a career in the international relations sector I believe that these cross-cultural dialogues are extremely important so that we can have a better understanding of the world around us and the diverse people that inhabit it.” UTSA’s formal partnership with TU Darmstadt began in 2017 following a broader “sister city” alliance to build cultural and educational bridges between San Antonio and Darmstadt the two universities have established strong academic and research opportunities for their students and scholars Collaborations span topics such as cybersecurity The collaboration between Hofferberth and Lederer is exemplary of the thriving relationship between the two institutions “This event is part of a study abroad which grew out of a collaboration that started during the COVID-19 pandemic and featured two online courses shared between TU Darmstadt and UTSA students,” said Hofferberth “I have been working on this together with Professor Lederer for the last four years and this is the first instance we have been able to travel there in person The collaboration with Darmstadt has been phenomenal and we are very excited to represent UTSA during this historic exchange.” the UTSA group took a field trip to Geneva to visit international organizations such as the United Nations headquarters the World Trade Organization and the Red Cross Students engaged with practitioners and were able to solidify their theoretical discussions into practical understandings Exchanges between the two institutions have also taken place at the university leadership level. For example, the first delegation from UTSA visited TU Darmstadt in person in Fall 2019 following a delegation from TU Darmstadt to UTSA in the spring of that year UTSA President Taylor Eighmy visited Darmstadt This partnership, shepherded over the last seven years by the UTSA Office of Global Initiatives, exemplifies successful international academic collaboration and the importance of scientific cooperation and student exchange in strengthening ties between Germany and America.   “TU Darmstadt is one of our most important strategic partners and are the only partner with whom we have shared an employee housed at UTSA to grow and strengthen our bond,” said Lisa Montoya “I congratulate Professor Hofferberth on a wonderful program and thank the city of San Antonio for their longstanding support of this relationship.” The Global Affairs program at UTSA has experienced significant growth over the last decade Faculty and leadership from the UTSA Department of Political Science and Geography have been integral to the program’s success UTSA is committed to educating all students to be global citizens so they are prepared to meet the challenges of the world today and in the future Studying abroad and other global experiential learning opportunities help students develop important marketable skills — like confidence intercultural competency and a global mindset — that will give them an advantage in their careers Join the doctoral candidates for the Doctoral Conferreal Ceremony and celebrate their accomplishments Celebrate the graduates from the Carlos Alvarez College of Business College of Education and Human Development Margie and Bill Klesse College of Engineering and Integrated Design and University College Celebrate the graduates from the College for Health College of Liberal and Fine Arts and College of Sciences Submit an Event The University of Texas at San Antonio is dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through research and discovery As an institution of access and excellence UTSA embraces multicultural traditions and serves as a center for intellectual and creative resources as well as a catalyst for socioeconomic development and the commercialization of intellectual property - for Texas To be a premier public research university providing access to educational excellence and preparing citizen leaders for the global environment We encourage an environment of dialogue and discovery After being closed for 12 years for renovation the Exhibition Hall on Darmstadt’s Mathildenhoehe is open again for art enthusiasts The first exhibit being held here since 2012 is appropriately named “4-3-2-1 Darmstadt,” a show that traces the past 200 years of art in the city The Exhibition Hall is part of a series of buildings that the Darmstadt Artists’ Colony designed and constructed in the early 20th century when Grand Duke Ernst Ludwig of Hesse invited seven Jugendstil (Art Nouveau) artists to work and live in Darmstadt They built a colony of houses and studios on the Mathildenhoehe made the city the center of the German Art Nouveau movement The Exhibition Hall was built for the 1908 edition It’s among the city’s top tourist attractions along with the Wedding Tower – Darmstadt’s most famous landmark – and the Russian Chapel built 1899 by Czar Nicholas II for his wife which was named a UNESCO World Heritage Site while being renovated is an interesting hodgepodge of styles and mediums the curators mostly divided the 400-plus works in the exhibit geographically The outlines of neighborhood streets and their names are painted on the floor of each section their studios and the galleries where their art was shown Many of the artists exhibited are hardly household names outside of the region though he didn’t work or live in Darmstadt He is part of the exhibit because a local publisher Among the works in the exhibit that stand out are Vera Roehm’s sculpture “Double Binomen,” a self-portrait by artist Ernst Vogel and Eberhard Schlotter’s full-length portrait of the writer Gabriela Wohmann One section is dedicated to art influenced by the 1944 bombing of the city The standouts are Willi Hofferbert’s “Madonna of the Ruins” and a group of haunting paintings depicting the carnage by Karl Deppert An American is also featured in the exhibition Laura “Polly” Williams ran an art studio in the Darmstadt district of Arheiligen She said in a 1964 Stars and Stripes article about her work that “this is all modern art on display No trees or houses and things like that.” the Mathildenhoehe itself is a piece of art not to be missed Eleven of the buildings designed by the original Art Nouveau artists are still standing Their concept propagated the “complete artwork.” Not only were houses of special design but so were the works of art and the furniture that filled them Examples of this can be seen in the Artists’ Colony Museum It’s about a 30-minute drive from Wiesbaden and 1.5 hours from Kaiserslautern The cheapest garage is under the Rewe supermarket and the Alice-Hospital on Dieburgerstrasse at 1.80 euro for the first hour If arriving at the city’s main train station Cost: Admission to the “4-3-2-1 Darmstadt” exhibit is 10 euros for adults and 8 euros for children The Artists’ Colony Museum is 5 euros for adults 18 and over; children get in free A combination ticket for both sites is 12 euros for adults Purchasing a Mathildenhoehe Card online also grants admission to the museum and Wedding Tower the reduced price for the exhibit (8 euros) and a free bus pass in the city and surroundings for a day afternoon coffee and cake and Sunday brunch Daimler Buses has supplied five new Mercedes-Benz eCitaro solo electric buses to HEAG mobilo the public transport operator in Darmstadt This delivery marks another step in HEAG mobilo's ongoing efforts to electrify its fleet and reduce emissions in the region.​ The newly delivered eCitaro buses are equipped with the latest NMC3 battery technology This configuration allows for a range of approximately 280 kilometres on a single charge There is room for a maximum of 70 passengers the buses feature advanced systems such as the Preventive Brake Assist 2 and Sideguard Assist 2 enhancing driver support during critical situations The interior is monitored by multiple cameras and includes amenities like USB charging ports and infotainment displays to improve the travel experience.​ The electric three-door buses will be integrated into HEAG mobilo’s existing network, contributing to the company’s goal of operating a more sustainable and environmentally friendly public transport system.​ HEAG mobilo has been progressively expanding its electric bus fleet in recent years With the addition of these five eCitaro buses the company continues to move towards its objective of significantly reducing CO₂ emissions and reliance on diesel-powered vehicles.​ daimlertruck.com I agree with the Privacy policy electrive has been following the development of electric mobility with journalistic passion and expertise since 2013 we offer comprehensive coverage of the highest quality — as a central platform for the rapid development of this technology This German multinational took the crown in two categories Merck has a long history stretching back to the 1660s – making it one of the oldest chemical and pharmaceutical companies in the world its life science division supplies a broad range of solutions manufacturing (both upstream and downstream) the life science business is known as MilliporeSigma Several big announcements were made in 2024 A single-use reactor specifically designed for antibody drug conjugates was launched the company also announced a €70 million expansion of its ADC manufacturing capabilities at its Bioconjugation Center of Excellence facility in St This investment will triple existing capacity a €290 million biosafety testing facility was opened in Rockville and in late December it emerged that Merck had signed an agreement to acquire HUB Organoids Holding in the Netherlands Merck said that the promise of organoids contributes to the company’s sustainability Best Provider of Bioprocessing Solutions Honorable mention: Thermo Fisher Scientific Best CDMO Honorable Mentions: Thermo Fisher Scientific & Catalent For the full list of winners, click here BorgWarner welcomed us to its Gigafactory in Darmstadt The plant can produce about 35,000 NMC battery packs in a year using innovative Investments in LFP batteries are planned to expand the company’s portfolio with products addressed to several sectors Where there was nothing before Covid, there is now one of the best-equipped gigafactories in Europe. The largest one excluding those belonging to OEMs. The acquisition, which was finalized in 2022 gave BorgWarner access to the battery production plants of former Akasol that now works on three shifts Our sister media Sustainable Truck&Van has been visiting BorgWarner headquarter. This is an extract of their reporting from Darmstadt. You can read the integral article HERE aerial platforms) and marine applications are the ones of choice for BorgWarner batteries with the addition of projects in the field of eTrailers the bus sector has been very relevant: according to the American group offices and R&D occupy about 15,000 square meters plus 4,000 square meters at the nearby Langen site A total of more than 850 people are engaged in the design and manufacture of battery modules and packs as well as BMS (Battery management systems) and Removable Contactor Box BorgWarner’s battery systems division has produced about 5 GWh of battery packs for commercial and industrial vehicles using NMC (Nickel-manganese-cobalt) technology This is set to increase significantly when the site’s maximum capacity of 3.5 GWh is reached thanks in part to the finalization of a second highly automated production line the group expects a production capacity of about 5.4 GWh in 2025 BorgWarner engineers showed us how the assembly lines work It begins with the insertion of cylindrical cells inside the modules: the third-generation battery packs currently produced by BorgWarner admit two layers of 300 cells The processes of gluing (including preparing the cell surface) and adding the electronic connections – which are both entrusted to robots – is the most complex part It takes more than one hours to manufacture a single module with an interval of a few minutes between the production of one module and the next The production process of the battery packs is relatively simpler and is also entrusted to industrial robots for reliability and weight management issues Continues on Sustainable Truck&Van © Copyright 2012 - 2025 | Vado e Torno Edizioni | All rights reserved | P.I Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany, launches a beta version of M-Trust, a secure cyber-physical trust platform, created to help solve the growing issues of product safety, traceability and counterfeiting. Predicted lineups are available for the match a few days in advance while the actual lineup will be available about an hour ahead of the match The current head to head record for the teams are Darmstadt 8 win(s) Darmstadt and Hannover 96 have not drawn any of their last 3 matches against each other. Luca Marseiler has created the most big chances for Darmstadt (10) Have scored 4 goals in their last 5 matches Enzo Leopold has created the most big chances for Hannover 96 (9) Nicolo Tresoldi has the most shots on target per match for Hannover 96 (1) 20 Apr 2025 11:30:00 GMT?Darmstadt won 3–1 over Hannover 96 on Sun 20 Apr 2025 11:30:00 GMT.InsightsHave scored 7 goals in their last 5 matches Darmstadt and Hannover 96 have not drawn any of their last 3 matches against each other Darmstadt is playing home against Hannover 96 at Merck-Stadion am Böllenfalltor on Sun Tobias Kempe spoke in a media briefing on Wednesday (April 30) about his final games with SV Darmstadt 98 and his departure The Lilies' long-standing team also aims to defend their title at the RW Walldorf small-sided tournament on Labor Day (May 1) We report on these and other topics related to SV 98 in our weekly column "Lilien Across the Board." Tobias Kempe’s final games in the SV Darmstadt 98 jersey are coming up – and they will be emotional The 35-year-old will retire from playing for the Lilies after this season „At some point you reach an age where you have to make room for the younger players,“ said Kempe in a media briefing after Wednesday’s training session (April 30) In the coming weeks he will primarily soak up what has always made football special for him: the connection to the fans „All the messages I received when I left touched me deeply,“ explained the veteran His wish: „In the best case scenario we get three wins from the remaining three games.“ But no matter how the season ends – the last game in his own „living room“ against Jahn Regensburg will be a very special moment for Tobias Kempe the SV Darmstadt 98 traditional team will be in action again they will be participating in the RW Walldorf small-sided tournament renowned traditional teams such as Eintracht Frankfurt they want to challenge for the top spot again in 2025 and defend their title eLilie Nassim competed for the German championship in the individual competition at the major offline event in Köln – as one of the 16 best EAFC25 players in Germany Nassim comfortably defeated Ditmir (Mainz 05) 5-1 and advanced to the quarterfinals he faced one of the favourites for the title Nassim got off to a better start and took an early 1-0 lead but failed to capitalise on further opportunities to extend his advantage Levi Finn turned the game around with three goals before halftime The Leipzig native later became German individual champion but Nassim could still be extremely proud: He presented the champion with one of his toughest challenges and thus crowned a strong season for SV Darmstadt 98 in individual and team competitions on the virtual pitch After last week’s spectacular 4-3 victory in Bickenbach the „second second team“ followed up on Sunday (April 27th) with a 5-2 away victory against SV Croatia Griesheim II were not fazed: they turned the game around before the break and went into the halftime break with a 2-1 lead The „second second team“ continued to press after the break A double strike in the 58th and 59th minutes gave them a comfortable 4-1 lead Griesheim managed to narrow the score to 5-2 shortly before the final whistle (85th minute) the team maintains its second-place finish in the Kreisliga C and remains firmly in the race for promotion The next important game is on Sunday (04.05/13.00) away at RSV Germania Pfungstadt II You can find an overview of the upcoming matches of the Lilien fan team here: The U19s of SV Darmstadt 98 have made an impressive comeback: After two defeats in a row the young Lilies vented their frustrations on Wednesday evening (23 April) with a 5-0 away win against VfL Kassel – and thus comfortably advanced to the semi-finals of the U19 Hessen Cup The team showed a strong response from the start: they set the course for victory with an early 1-0 lead in the 5th minute the Lilies added two more goals: in the 27th and 31st minutes they made it 2-0 and 3-0 – which practically decided the game the lilies did not let up and continued to play with great enthusiasm before they made it 5-0 in the 75th minute The winner of the match between FV Biebrich 02 and 1 FC-TSG Königstein awaits in the semifinals The Lilies‘ U17 team had a bye and will next face SV Gonsenheim in the DFB Youth League on Sunday (May 4th at 11am) Darmstadt’s record goalkeeper Dieter Rudolf celebrates his 73rd birthday on Thursday (May 1st) Rudolf made 344 appearances for SV 98 – only Edwin Westenberger has more appearances for the Lilies The former goalkeeper wore the Lily for ten years between 1974 and 1984 He began his career at Eintracht Frankfurt’s youth team in 1974 before moving to SV 98 in southern Hesse a team he would remain loyal to for a decade Rudolf was also one of the „after-work professionals“ in 1978 he and his team won second division titles and were promoted to the Bundesliga But that wasn’t his only promotion: In the 1980/81 season Rudolf again won second division titles with Darmstadt the record holder fractured his lumbar vertebrae and was almost paralyzed from the waist down and played for the Lilies for two more years before ending his career at 1 We wish our record-breaking goalkeeper a happy birthday We Lilies – Together for Nature Conservation This was the motto of the 6th Clean-Up Day organised by SV Darmstadt 98 and the Krombacher Brewery last Sunday (May 4) and litter pose a major environmental problem around 90 Lilies fans gathered in front of the Merck Stadium at Böllenfalltor they set out to keep the Bölle and the surrounding region clean A bitter afternoon and defeat for the SV Darmstadt 98 U21 team The young Lilies lost 3-2 to SC 1960 Hanau on matchday 32 of the Lotto Hessenliga Although the blue and whites demonstrated their ability to stage comebacks twice on Sunday (May 4) they were defeated shortly before the final whistle due to a late goal This decisive result was displayed on the scoreboard at the Merck Stadium after the final whistle SV 98 finally suffered a decisive defeat to Hamburger SV on Saturday afternoon (May 3) The decisive factor in the defeat in a largely evenly matched game was two set pieces which HSV used to score their first two goals we look back at a match that could have taken a different direction No points for SV Darmstadt 98 at the Merck Stadium at Böllenfalltor The Lilies appeared to be at least on par with the current 2 SV 98 suffered a decisive 4-0 defeat against Hamburger SV We've compiled all the comments from the game for you A courageous performance by the Lilies ended without a happy ending: SV 98 had to admit defeat to Hamburger SV 4-0 (1-0) – it was the first defeat after four home wins in a row Florian Kohfeldt makes one change to his starting eleven for the clash with the Rothosen (May 3rd at 1pm) Philipp Förster replaces Luca Marseiler in the starting lineup The Lilies host Hamburger SV on Saturday (May 3rd at 1pm) at the Merck Stadium at Böllenfalltor Everything you need to know about Matchday 32 can be found in "Matchday Compact." The Lilies will host Hamburger SV at the Merck Stadium at Böllenfalltor next Saturday (May 3rd 1pm) in the 32nd matchday of the second division Florian Kohfeldt spoke about this match at the press conference on Friday (May 2nd) We’ve summarised the key points for you the Lilies aim to extend their impressive run of four consecutive home wins the clash against Hamburger SV is also about ending another run: No home team has celebrated a victory in a competitive match between Darmstadt and Hamburg in 44 years – time to change that At a sold-out Merck Stadium at Böllenfalltor will aim to take three points against the Hamburg club Here are the key facts and figures for the clash "We were dead for 90 minutes," Pierre-Michel Lasogga summed it up honestly about one of the most emotional relegation matches in Bundesliga history the "football dinosaur," was on the verge of relegation to the 2 HSV was the last club never to have been relegated since the Bundesliga's founding the Hamburg team had kept the race for survival open with a 1-1 draw a knockout loomed: Reinhold Yabo gave KSC the lead in the 78th minute – HSV seemed beaten the first relegation in the club's history all but sealed But then came stoppage time – and with it the brilliant performance of Marcelo Díaz who beautifully converted a free kick to make it 1-1 Nicolai Müller put the finishing touches to the game: with his goal to make it 2-1 in the 115th minute On Saturday (3 May/1pm) SV Darmstadt 98 will host the Hamburger SV team and asks you to observe the following information the U21 team of SV Darmstadt 98 has bounced back the young Lilies were rewarded for their hard work in the LOTTO Hessenliga with a hard-earned 1-0 away win at TuS Hornau You are using an outdated browser. Please upgrade your browser to improve your experience You have accessed https://www.emdgroup.com, but for users from your part of the world, we originally designed the following web presence https://www.merckgroup.com Merck is a vibrant team of specialists in Electronics We share a love of science and a passion for technology Merck ideas are everywhere – they can be life-changing or be integral to the objects we rely on every day Research is at the heart of everything we do At Merck we translate science and technology into internal innovation and external partnerships that have the power to changes lives we’re keeping digitalization at the forefront of it all Smart Manufacturing: Transforming the Factory Shopfloor Explore the latest news from the Merck media center and stay up-to-date with our upcoming events Contract Manufacturing Brings Us Closer to the Sci-Fi Reality of mRNA The investors' section of Merck provides everything shareholders and potential investors need to know about the company Full-year 2024: Merck Delivers Profitable Growth Facility will bring together 135 employees across several departments into one collaborative state-of-the-art space Merck, a leading science and technology company, announces an investment of € 62 million at its Darmstadt headquarters in a new quality control building for its Life Science business. The facility will bring together approximately 135 employees across several departments into one collaborative state-of-the-art space. The nearly 10,000 square meter building is scheduled for completion by mid-2025 The new building is part of an investment program at the Darmstadt site: Merck will invest a total of around € 1.5 billion here by 2025 “Quality plays an essential role in our purpose to impact life and health with science compliance and business support are fundamental to our innovative Life Science products services and digital offerings and make us a trusted partner to our stakeholders,” said Robert Nass Head of Quality & Regulatory Management “Our new quality control facility is a reflection of our commitment to deliver the highest quality and safest products to our customers and the patients they serve.” Quality control is an essential step to ensure the safety of life science products used in the research, discovery, and manufacture of medicines. During the quality control process, products are tested for purity, allowing for the detection and removal of any harmful substances. Merck’s Life Science business has more than 25 labs specializing in the relevant methods Built to meet the German Sustainable Building Council GOLD standard for sustainability the facility will feature regenerative energy generation (self-sufficient) and low-CO2 construction as well as comply to special safety requirements for genetic engineering as well as dust-free labs that require specific hygiene protocols Darmstadt is one of Merck's most important research and development centers for life science technologies approximately one-fifth of the Life Science business’s sales from new products are expected to come from here The goal is to expand Life Science's capacities and capabilities to meet the growing global demand for medicines Merck, a leading science and technology company, operates across life science, healthcare and electronics Around 63,000 employees work to make a positive difference to millions of people’s lives every day by creating more joyful and sustainable ways to live Merck generated sales of € 21 billion in 65 countries Scientific exploration and responsible entrepreneurship have been key to Merck’s technological and scientific advances This is how Merck has thrived since its founding in 1668 The founding family remains the majority owner of the publicly listed company Merck holds the global rights to the Merck name and brand where the business sectors of Merck operate as MilliporeSigma in life science All Merck press releases are distributed by e-mail at the same time they become available on the Merck website. Please go to www.merckgroup.com/subscribe to register online, change your selection or discontinue this service.  Merck and biopharmaceutical company SpringWorks Therapeutics, have entered into a definitive agreement for Merck to acquire SpringWorks. © 2017 – 2025 Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. The current head to head record for the teams are Darmstadt 4 win(s) Darmstadt haven't lost to Karlsruher SC in their last 5 meetings (2W, 3D). Tobias Kempe has the most shots on target per match for Darmstadt (1.6) Have scored 7 goals in their last 5 matches Marvin Wanitzek has created the most big chances for Karlsruher SC (7) Andrin Hunziker has the most shots on target per match for Karlsruher SC (1.9) 07 Mar 2025 17:30:00 GMT?Darmstadt won 3–0 over Karlsruher SC on Fri 07 Mar 2025 17:30:00 GMT.InsightsHave scored 3 goals in their last 5 matches Darmstadt haven't lost to Karlsruher SC in their last 5 meetings (2W Darmstadt is playing home against Karlsruher SC at Merck-Stadion am Böllenfalltor on Fri FC Köln's team ahead of the Darmstadt tie was Rasmus Carstensen stepping in at right-back for Max Finkgräfe.  Florian Kohfeldt made one change as Sergio López came in for Guillermo Bueno in defence.  Starting for the first time in seven months Carstensen was shaky to begin with as Killian Corredor was allowed plenty of space on his side Darmstadt showed their early spurts of pressure as Isac Lidberg narrowly dragged a shot wide of the post.  just two minutes later Fraser Hornby finished a relatively simple chance in the bottom corner to put the Lillies 1-0 up With the away side putting on more pressure they almost equalised through Timo Hübers just on the half hour mark.  the equaliser came through a Tim Lemperle tap-in from a Linton Maina cross the score did not last long at all as Darmstadt responded in the 40th with Hornby's second after Lidberg set him up.  Köln never really got going and were stifled by the efficiency of Darmstadt's scoring.  a poorly positioned high defensive line for Köln allowed Darmstadt to counter effectively and Isac Lidberg finally got his goal.  Despite a double substitution in bringing on Jan Thielmann and Dominique Heintz Köln's defence remained shaky as ever as their high line got caught out once again as Philipp Förster netted the Lillies' fourth Köln enjoyed individual dribbles by Denis Huseinbašić and Linton Maina around the opponent's box but this was to no avail.  one last dagger was sent through the heart of Gerhard Struber's side as Darmstadt centre half Aleksandar Vukotić netted from a free-kick.  This result means that Gerhard Struber is in even more pressure for his job as coach of Köln and it also distances Köln further from the conversation for promotion.  this win signals the start of a new era under Florian Kohfeldt and provides them a two-point cushion out of the bottom three 2025 | Wednesday | News | By Ankit Kankar | ankit.kankar@mmactiv.com "This transition is a testament to our commitment to both continuity and innovation," announced Merck KGaA as it appointed three internal executives to its Executive Board This strategic shift reinforces the company’s dedication to sustainable growth and cultivating top-tier talent for the future My warmest congratulations to Jean-Charles Their appointment is a testament to the strength of our internal talent bench and our commitment to developing leaders from within The collective focus of the new Executive Board team remains firmly on Growth We will continue building on our strong foundation while shaping the future of our company together with more than 62,000 colleagues worldwide who are the driving force behind our success." The appointment of Jean-Charles Wirth as CEO Life Science and Khadija Ben Hammada as Chief People Officer marks a significant step in the company’s leadership evolution come as Matthias Heinzel and Peter Guenter step down after guiding the Life Science and Healthcare sectors through transformative phases will take over as CEO Life Science on June 1 Having played a pivotal role in the growth of the Science & Lab Solutions division Wirth’s deep financial and strategic expertise is expected to reinforce the company’s market leadership in life sciences currently Global Head of R&D and Chief Medical Officer His leadership in fostering a "drug-hunter mindset" and his vast experience in global pharmaceutical innovation position him as the right leader to steer the Healthcare division toward sustained innovation and strategic growth Khadija Ben Hammada will join the Executive Board as Chief People Officer (CPO) on March 1 2025—a newly created role emphasizing the company’s dedication to talent development and corporate sustainability Her expertise in human resources and organizational strategy will drive a stronger people-centric culture within the company both Jean-Charles Wirth and Danny Bar-Zohar will engage in a 90-day handover period with their predecessors The structured transition plan is designed to maintain stability and strategic direction across Merck KGaA Chairman of the Executive Board and Family Board of E "Matthias Heinzel and Peter Guenter have been instrumental in shaping the strategic trajectory of our Life Science and Healthcare divisions Their leadership has positioned Merck KGaA We extend our gratitude for their invaluable contributions and look forward to the leadership of Jean-Charles Wirth who bring deep industry expertise and a forward-thinking approach to our Executive Board." the newly structured Executive Board will be composed of: Belén Garijo – Chair of the Executive Board and CEO Jean-Charles Wirth – CEO Life Science Helene von Roeder – Chief Financial Officer Khadija Ben Hammada – Chief People Officer emphasized the strategic importance of these appointments These appointments reflect our strong talent pipeline and our commitment to long-term success The next generation of leadership will be instrumental in reinforcing our position as a global leader across Life Science the company remains focused on its long-term mission—delivering cutting-edge innovations fostering a strong internal talent ecosystem and ensuring sustainable growth across its business sectors With a reinforced leadership structure in place the company is well-positioned to navigate industry challenges while capitalizing on emerging opportunities in life sciences These strategic appointments not only reinforce Merck KGaA Germany’s leadership stability but also signal a renewed commitment to driving innovation and sustained business growth in an evolving global landscape MM Activ Singapore Pte Ltd 1 North Bridge Road,#08-08 High Street Centre communications@biospectrumasia.com +65 90150305 Copyright 2025 MM Activ Singapore Pte Ltd. All Rights Reserved. Merlin Polzin could actually still be standing in the fan section today – the 34-year-old, who is now the youngest head coach in the 2. Bundesliga, is so down-to-earth and approachable on the sidelines of Hamburger SV. Boastful appearances? None. Polzin comes from the Hamburg district of Bramfeld; he hasn’t forgotten his roots – and getting carried away wouldn’t suit him anyway. His success proves him right: Under Polzin, HSV is currently second in the 2. Bundesliga and – as far as promotion is concerned – has everything in its own hands. But Polzin is never just concerned with quick success or the glamour of a position: personal development, team chemistry, and genuine conviction are paramount for him. The right connection with the coaching staff, the team, and the fans – that’s what he relies on. The idea that a young, local player could lead HSV back to the top flight after seven years in the second division is almost beyond compare in football romanticism. And Polzin firmly believes in it: „The big goal is paramount. We’re moving in the same direction together – there’s no left or right,“ he says. Today, his focus is different. Faith plays a central role in Selke’s life. „I still own these things, but they no longer own me. I used to define myself through material values; today, I define myself through Jesus,“ he says. His life story is marked by rise and change: Growing up in financially difficult circumstances, football opened the door to a better life for him. We Lilies – Together for Nature Conservation! This was the motto of the 6th Clean-Up Day organised by SV Darmstadt 98 and the Krombacher Brewery last Sunday (May 4). Because carelessly discarded garbage, waste, and litter pose a major environmental problem, around 90 Lilies fans gathered in front of the Merck Stadium at Böllenfalltor. Together, they set out to keep the Bölle and the surrounding region clean. A bitter afternoon and defeat for the SV Darmstadt 98 U21 team. The young Lilies lost 3-2 to SC 1960 Hanau on matchday 32 of the Lotto Hessenliga. Although the blue and whites demonstrated their ability to stage comebacks twice on Sunday (May 4), they were defeated shortly before the final whistle due to a late goal. You can read the match report here. A 4 -0 defeat. This decisive result was displayed on the scoreboard at the Merck Stadium after the final whistle. After four consecutive home wins, SV 98 finally suffered a decisive defeat to Hamburger SV on Saturday afternoon (May 3). The decisive factor in the defeat in a largely evenly matched game was two set pieces, which HSV used to score their first two goals. In our analysis, we look back at a match that could have taken a different direction, especially in the opening stages. No points for SV Darmstadt 98 at the Merck Stadium at Böllenfalltor. The Lilies appeared to be at least on par with the current 2. Bundesliga leaders for much of the match, but conceded goals far too easily. Ultimately, SV 98 suffered a decisive 4-0 defeat against Hamburger SV. We've compiled all the comments from the game for you. A courageous performance by the Lilies ended without a happy ending: SV 98 had to admit defeat to Hamburger SV 4-0 (1-0) – it was the first defeat after four home wins in a row. The Lilies host HSV. Florian Kohfeldt makes one change to his starting eleven for the clash with the Rothosen (May 3rd at 1pm). Philipp Förster replaces Luca Marseiler in the starting lineup. The Lilies host Hamburger SV on Saturday (May 3rd at 1pm) at the Merck Stadium at Böllenfalltor! Everything you need to know about Matchday 32 can be found in "Matchday Compact." The Lilies will host Hamburger SV at the Merck Stadium at Böllenfalltor next Saturday (May 3rd, 1pm) in the 32nd matchday of the second division. Florian Kohfeldt spoke about this match at the press conference on Friday (May 2nd). We’ve summarised the key points for you. Tobias Kempe spoke in a media briefing on Wednesday (April 30) about his final games with SV Darmstadt 98 and his departure. The Lilies' long-standing team also aims to defend their title at the RW Walldorf small-sided tournament on Labor Day (May 1). We report on these and other topics related to SV 98 in our weekly column "Lilien Across the Board." On Saturday (3 May/1pm) SV Darmstadt 98 will host the Hamburger SV team and asks you to observe the following information. After two consecutive defeats, the U21 team of SV Darmstadt 98 has bounced back. Last Sunday (April 27), the young Lilies were rewarded for their hard work in the LOTTO Hessenliga with a hard-earned 1-0 away win at TuS Hornau. “Where on earth is that?” But they’ll soon add Darmstadt to their bucket list when they see your selfies with the absolutely stunning Mathildenhoehe in the background And that’s just one of Darmstad’s many attractions This colorful ensemble is made of a wedding tower (Hochszeitsturm) The golden domes considerably add to the beauty of the architecture which boasts a great collection of Jugendstil textiles To learn more about the history and architecture of the building and see its historic reservoirs still filled with water sign up for the guided tour offered by Mathildenhoehe Tobias Arhelger / Shutterstock Though Hessisches Landesmuseum houses an extensive collection of artwork, it is more famous for its natural history exhibits. Here, you can see fossils excavated in Messel Pit, a quarry near Frankfurt am Main as well as the remains of a gigantic American mastodon Wirestock Creators / Shutterstock Waldspirale is the last and among the most celebrated works of Austrian artist and architect Friedensreich Hundertwasser, who designed a series of unique buildings across Germany and Austria The building symbolizes the intricate connection between human beings and nature its wavy terrace is crowned by a whole forest of beech Tim Hasselmann / unsplash Zoo Vivarium is the perfect destination for families. It is not just another zoo but has emerged as a significant institute of conservation by adopting numerous national and international breeding programs including that of endangered European macaques The animals can be observed going about their daily lives in their almost-natural habitat The chance to pet little African goats is of special appeal to children © lapping / Pixabay Parc de Rosenhöhe is a gorgeous oasis right in the midst of the city Locals come here to take a break from the bustle of city life among a sea of roses a stroll through the park will take you past several interesting landmarks including the striking Löwentor guarding the park entrance a picturesque teahouse with a golden roof and intricate paintings Sign up to our newsletter to save up to $800 on our unique trips See privacy policy Botanical Garden of Darmstadt University of Technology Botanical Garden The 4.5 hectare Botanical Gardens maintained by the Darmstadt University of Technology is any botany enthusiast’s dream come true and yet another great place to bond with nature The garden is home to a whopping 9,000 plant species including a range of rare examples housed in an arboretum greenhouses and alpine garden when you visit Reinhard Frank / Shutterstock For a city, Darmstadt has a really impressive green feel. Herrngarten, the largest and oldest park in Darmstadt is another pristine oasis where you can feel one with nature This is the locals’ favorite spot to hang out with friends the Goethe monument and the memorial stone for Princess Elisabeth the park hosts concerts in its music pavilions Sina Ettmer Photography / shutterstock Bioversum Kranichstein has a wonderful program to help you understand various aspects of nature and the environment which encourage touching and experimentation are designed to be engaging for the younger members of your family too Schloss Kranichstein enjoys a picturesque location in the midst of thick beech forest Sina Ettmer Photography / shutterstock Book Tour Luisenplatz was once the political center of the Grand Duchy of Hesse and housed the Old Palace (the residence of the Grand Duke) the Kollegiengebäude (the seat of government) and the Ständehaus (seat of the Landtag) the Luisencenter (housing the town hall) stands in place of the palace The most important landmark here is the Ludwigsmonument erected in 1841 in honor of Grand Duke Ludewig I Several administration buildings are also located here and events are often hosted in this square If you happen to be one of those millions of people who love trains you are guaranteed a great few hours at Darmstadt-Kranichstein Railway Museum It boasts an admirable collection of locomotives deepen your technical understanding about the working of trains See & Do The Best European Cities to Visit in October See & Do Germany's Most Beautiful Abbeys and Monasteries Guides & Tips The Best European Cities to Visit in December See & Do The Best Weekend Trips From Heidelberg Art 10 Masterpieces You Can Only See in Munich See & Do The Best European Cities to Visit in Summer See & Do The Best European Cities to Visit in Autumn See & Do A Guide to River Cruises in Germany: What to Know Design The Most Beautiful Churches in Berlin See & Do The Best European Cities to Visit in September See & Do The Best European Cities to Visit in July Guides & Tips The Best European Cities to Visit in November US: +1 (678) 967 4965 | UK: +44 (0)1630 35000 tripssupport@theculturetrip.com © Copyright 2025 The Culture Trip Ltd. All Rights Reserved. but Schuhen is out and collects the ball.5'AlertDarmstadt try to attack down the left but Aydin is alert and snuffs out the attack on halfway.3'First chance!Schalke keep the ball moving and then quickly get down to business: Murkin on the left finds Sylla who immediately fires in a shot to test Schuhen for the first time.1'Onto the pitchDarmstadt Schalke line up in royal blue and white.Kick-off!Hello and welcome!Welcome along and thanks for joining us for build-up and live coverage of this Matchday 6 fixture between FC Schalke 04 and SV Darmstadt 98.{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"SportsEvent","eventStatus":"https://schema.org/EventScheduled","url":"https://www.bundesliga.com/en/2bundesliga/matchday/2024-2025/6/fc-schalke-04-vs-sv-darmstadt-98","name":"Matchday 6: S04 - S04 VELTINS-Arena","description":"Matchday 6: S04 - S04 Merck will build an advanced research centre for its Life Science business sector in Darmstadt will build a new state-of-the-art advanced research centre at its headquarters in Darmstadt The research centre named Life Science Advanced Research Center (LS ARC) will be utilised by Merck’s Life Sciences business sector to explore critical technologies for manufacturing antibodies essential products for biotechnological production and more Merck will invest more than €300m ($321m) in the project The investment is part of a broader €1.5bn ($1.6bn) investment programme at the Darmstadt site by 2025 The construction of the research centre officially began in April 2024 following the completion of the feasibility study in 2022 The facility is expected to begin operations in 2027 and can accommodate approximately 550 employees The advanced research centre will be situated at the Merck Firmenzentrale on Frankfurter Street 250 in Darmstadt The new research building will be built facing the city centre within a central research and development (R&D) campus at Merck Group’s headquarters The campus is located along an area called the Innovation Mile, whose southern end is marked by Merck’s Innovation Center at Emanuel-Merck-Platz The Darmstadt site is among Merck’s most critical centres for life science R&D with an estimated one-fifth of the life science business sector’s sales from new products forecasted to originate from this location over the next decade The new centre will have an area of 18,000m² (193,750ft²) It will encompass a gross floor area of 32,000m² (344,445ft²) with a total of six floors above ground and two subterranean levels It will include 7,500m² (80,729ft²) office and communication spaces as well as 8,300m² (89,340ft²) laboratory space with modules of 650m² (6,996ft²) each will be used to offer insights into the research work of the company The technical centre at the basement will feature innovative automated logistics and storage technology such as a driverless transport system vertical automated goods handling system to the laboratory and fully automated storage systems (auto store and pallet warehouse) The centre will focus on R&D in life science to strengthen innovation in downstream R&D and digital chemistry for researching and manufacturing antibodies Research activities related to the mRNA value chain will also be based at the new centre The LS ARC will offer an open and contemporary working environment designed to foster cross-departmental collaboration The building’s design will maximise work process synergies by linking spaces allowing for flexible subdivision both horizontally and vertically The upper stories’ open-plan layout merges laboratories and offices into a unified workspace Laboratory areas will be situated on two sides of the building with the central world of knowledge space encompassing office areas and shared communication zones for employee interaction Two compact cube-structured atria will be built one at the entrance lobby and another in the winter garden cantilevered arrangement of the upper floors allowing daylight to permeate the building’s core through the glass ceilings The incorporation of regional flora transforms the atria into serene recreational spaces Glazed walls will offer transparency within the building and across the campus, while the interior’s subtle colour palette will create a comfortable atmosphere. Laboratory areas will be emphasised with coloured glass walls The louvre structure present in front of the glazed facade will be cut open to allow glimpses into the interiors The building will provide solar shading with projecting floor slabs on the southern side of the building and recessed terraces on the northern facade together with the external louvres made of bright perforated metal Rooftop photovoltaic installations will generate electricity for the facility The building will also feature full-surface geothermal energy and air-source heat pumps The facades and green roofs with rainwater retention will contribute to energy conservation and microclimate enhancement The green roofs will also play a role in converting carbon dioxide into oxygen and absorbing particulate matter from the ambient air The research centre is designed for gold certification from the German Sustainable Building Council (DGNB) is responsible for the design of the new research centre and Drees & Sommer a construction and real estate consulting company serves as a consultant for outdoor facilities and indoor greening Winter Beratende Ingenieure fur Gebaudetechnik provides building services while Tichelmann & Barillas Ingenieurgesellschaft a company specialising in laboratory planning an architecture digitalisation and automation services provider a company specialising in lighting design and solutions Give your business an edge with our leading industry insights View all newsletters from across the GlobalData Media network With the handover of 10 Mercedes eCitaro electric buses on last Wednesday the share of electric buses in the fleet of the mobility service provider HEAG mobilo in the German city of Darmstadt will increase to around 65 percent E-buses from Mercedes‑Benz are now used on all lines in the operating area 24 eCitaro buses (eleven solo and […] With the handover of 10 Mercedes eCitaro electric buses on last Wednesday 24 eCitaro buses (eleven solo and 13 articulated buses), ordered in October 2020, were already deployed in 2021. The vehicles were handed over by Rüdiger Kappel, Head of Sales Public Transport Germany at Daimler Buses, and André Herrmann, Sales Public Transport Hessen at Daimler Buses, to HEAG mobilo Managing Directors Johannes Gregor and Arne Rath with the symbolic presentation of a charging plug at the Böllenfalltor depot.  The new eCitaro is equipped with the NMC3 battery generation. This means that the eCitaro articulated bus, with its seven installed battery packs, achieves a total capacity of 686 kWh and a range of around 220 kilometres, Daimler Buses states. The vehicles are charged in the depot via plugs. The charging sockets are located on the right and left near the front axle.  The electric drive aside, HEAG mobilo attaches particular importance to safety and equipment. In addition to a reversing camera, a large driver protection window and Active Preventive Brake Assist, all vehicles are also equipped with Sideguard Assist, a turning assistant that supports the driver in critical turning situations. In addition, the interior of the eCitaro is fully video monitored with six cameras.  The equipment is completed by two special-purpose areas with wheelchair support surfaces and integrated mother/child seats, as well as double USB charging ports distributed in the side walls and two ultra-wide displays in 29-inch 32:9 format for the Infotainment range.  Like all buses from Daimler Buses, the new eCitaro from HEAG mobilo are equipped as standard with the Bus Data Center as an interface to the digital services from Omniplus. The Darmstadt-based company uses the Omniplus On Uptime pro service, for example, to improve the availability of the fleet. © Copyright 2012 - 2025 | Vado e Torno Edizioni | All rights reserved | P.I. : 08514160152 Nico Schlotterbeck (L) of Borussia Dortmund vies with Tim Skarke of SV Darmstadt 98 during the first division of Bundesliga football match between Borussia Dortmund and SV Darmstadt 98 in Dortmund, Germany, May 18, 2024. (Photo by Joachim Bywaletz/Xinhua) Karim Adeyemi (L) of Borussia Dortmund vies with Christoph Zimmermann of SV Darmstadt 98 during the first division of Bundesliga football match between Borussia Dortmund and SV Darmstadt 98 in Dortmund, Germany, May 18, 2024. (Photo by Joachim Bywaletz/Xinhua) Marco Reus of Borussia Dortmund celebrates scoring during the first division of Bundesliga football match between Borussia Dortmund and SV Darmstadt 98 in Dortmund, Germany, May 18, 2024. (Photo by Joachim Bywaletz/Xinhua) Julian Brandt (R) of Borussia Dortmund vies with Christoph Klarer of SV Darmstadt 98 during the first division of Bundesliga football match between Borussia Dortmund and SV Darmstadt 98 in Dortmund, Germany, May 18, 2024. (Photo by Joachim Bywaletz/Xinhua) Donyell Malen (L) of Borussia Dortmund vies with Thomas Isherwood of SV Darmstadt 98 during the first division of Bundesliga football match between Borussia Dortmund and SV Darmstadt 98 in Dortmund, Germany, May 18, 2024. (Photo by Joachim Bywaletz/Xinhua) Mats Hummels (L) of Borussia Dortmund and Matej Maglica of SV Darmstadt 98 head for a ball during the first division of Bundesliga football match between Borussia Dortmund and SV Darmstadt 98 in Dortmund, Germany, May 18, 2024. (Photo by Joachim Bywaletz/Xinhua) Damar attempts a direct free-kick from 25 metres - just over the bar.7'Corredor has a try...From a lay-off from Lakenmacher at the edge of the box but he shoots wide of the left post.5'Zimmerschied!Brilliant run from Petkov who leaps over an opponent's sliding tackle on the right and then crosses into the box but Thiede manages to repel it.2'First attemptsDarmstadt immediately threaten the visitors' goal with a free-kick and a corner but they haven't managed to get a shot on target yet.1'Kick-off!Elversberg kick off things off in all red Darmstadt are in their usual blue shirts and white shorts.Kick-off!Onto the pitchThe teams are entering the field at the Böllenfalltor.Another changeHornby is a late withdrawal for Darmstadt Lakenmacher takes his place in attack.Two full debutsKai Klefisch and Sergio Lopez are missing for the Lilies with Marco Thiede and Merveille Papela taking their places in the team Thiede has been substituted on eight times so far while all of Papela's 19 appearances in 2024/25 have been from the bench.Two changesElversberg make two changes from the 2-2 draw against Karlsruhe Elias Baum and top scorer Fisnik Asllani (both suspended last week) are back in the team replacing Semih Sahin and Luca Schnellbacher.Elversberg starting XIKristof - Baum Zimmerschied - AsllaniDarmstadt starting XISchuhen - Thiede VilhelmssonFlorian Kohfeldt on facing Elversberg"Elversberg are one of the teams that perhaps play the spaces between the lines most consistently and want to play through from back to front most consistently Elversberg are a team who want to regain possession quickly I would have high hopes of seeing an attractive game on Saturday."Horst Steffen on facing Darmstadt"The change of coach has brought success and a different playing style They have a very mature approach with various formations but how they position themselves in attacking play is variable."Lilies hungryDarmstadt's last home victory against Elversberg was almost 22 years ago in May 2003 when they achieved a 3-0 win in what was then the third-tier Regionalliga Süd.Stats favour ElversbergElversberg have collected eight points in their last four competitive matches in Darmstadt without losing (two wins LigaThe most recent encounters between these two teams were in the 2013/14 season in the 3 while the match at Böllenfalltor ended in a goalless 0-0 draw.Consequences of reverse fixtureElversberg's 4-0 win in this fixture on Matchday 4 was their biggest-ever victory in Bundesliga 2 coach Torsten Lieberknecht resigned after the defeat.{}2:01Previous meeting: Elversberg 4-0 DarmstadtHello and welcome!Welcome along and thanks for joining us for build-up and live coverage of this Matchday 21 fixture between SV Darmstadt 98 and SV Elversberg.{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"SportsEvent","eventStatus":"https://schema.org/EventScheduled","url":"https://www.bundesliga.com/en/2bundesliga/matchday/2024-2025/21/sv-darmstadt-98-vs-sv-elversberg","name":"Matchday 21: SVD - SVD Merck-Stadion am Böllenfalltor","description":"Matchday 21: SVD - SVD