Frankfurt – This year’s general assembly was held in a hybrid way and again included many fruitful discussions and good suggestions for current and future topics. Experts from industry, research and standardization came together to actively shape the future of AutomationML.
What was achieved together last year?
2024 was a year of significant progress and achievements for AutomationML e.V. – driven by the dedication of our community and many collaborative efforts.
The key highlights were:
- AML Library Space estabilished – a central hub for reusable, standardized and accessible modeling content.
- New version of the AutomationML Component – enhanced functionality and improved integration into modern engineering workflows.
- Completely revised AML Editor and Engine – better performance, improved usability and more capabilities for developers and users alike.
- Detailed integration of AAS–AML–AAS – in collaboration with the DIAMOND project, we extensively explored and documented how Asset Administration Shells interact with AutomationML.
- New and updated domain models – Major modeling efforts in the areas of building automation, layout, material flow and virtual commissioning – broadening the applicability of AutomationML.
- Public AML TechTalks – open sessions for exchange, knowledge transfer and hands-on discussions around AutomationML.
- AutomationML at Hannover Messe & SPS 2024 – together with our partner, the OPC Foundation, we showcased AutomationML live to a wide professional audience.
The takeaway: AutomationML continues to evolve – through collaboration, innovation, and the strength of its community.
A new board was elected!
As part of this general assembly the new board of AutomationML e.V. has been officially elected! With fresh momentum and a clear vision, the new board will lead the way in advancing AutomationML and setting the course for the years ahead.
The AutomationML e.V. welcomes its new board member Mr. Lorenz Hundt (Murr Shared Services). Together with the reelected board members Dr. Andreas Graf Gatterburg (Hilscher Gesellschaft für Systemautomation mbH), Dr. Wolfgang Schlögl (Siemens AG), Mr. Daniel Wolff (inpro Innovationsgesellschaft für fortgeschrittene Produktionssysteme in der Fahrzeugindustrie mbH), Prof. Dr. Arndt Lüder (Otto-von-Guericke University Magdeburg), Dr. Andreas Keibel (KUKA Deutschland GmbH), Mr. Todd Snide (Schneider Electric), Mr. Matthias Müller (Mitsubishi Electric Europe B.V.) and Prof. Dr. Rainer Drath (University Pforzheim) he will decide about the further developments for the next two years.
A heartfelt thank you to the outgoing board for their dedication – and best of success to the new team!
The community is ready – for collaboration, innovation and a strong future in industrial automation.
Trends 2025 – Evolving the organization, shaping the future!
The upcoming year marks a transformative phase for AutomationML e.V., defined by a strong organizational evolution and a clear technical realignment – all with one goal: to become future-proof in a rapidly changing industrial landscape.
Evolving the organization
We’re modernizing our structure and collaboration models to become more agile, responsive and community-driven – laying the groundwork for sustainable growth and innovation.
Technical realignment: toward smart standards
AutomationML is on the path to becoming a true smart standard. Through the formalization of all AutomationML specifications using OWL ontologies and SHACL constraints, we are creating machine-readable, verifiable models that enable automation, validation and intelligent data processing.
Deeper AML–AAS integration
The synergy between AutomationML and Asset Administration Shell (AAS) is being taken to the next level – enabling seamless interoperability across the full engineering lifecycle.
AutomationML as the foundation for AI in engineering
Structured, classified engineering data is key to unlocking the potential of AI in planning, simulation and operation – AutomationML is positioning itself as the backbone of this transformation.
In summary: 2025 is the year of strategic evolution for AutomationML e.V. – organizationally and technologically. We are building the standards of the future. Smart standards for a smart, future-proof industry.
A big thank you to all members and experts who have made this development possible. But it is also clear that we cannot rest on our laurels. There is still a lot to do and a lot of exciting challenges lie ahead of us as an association and for the whole community. So let’s keep going – collectively, with confidence, expertise and the common goal of constantly improving engineering!