Within a decade, PROSTEP, Inc., which has its headquarters at the heart of the US automobile industry, has become a recognized partner to companies overseas when it comes to data exchange and managed file transfer (MFT), product data and process integration, and 3D PDF-based communication. Numerous customers in the automotive, aviation and defense industries, but also in other sectors, use our solutions. This is not least due to Paul W. Downing, who as president and CEO of our US subsidiary has succeeded in gathering a competent team with a wealth of know-how and expertise around him.The purchase of the 3D PDF animation software from EOS Solutions in 2014 was a milestone in the young history of the company and resulted in the number of employees at our subsidiary doubling overnight. The 3D PDF Pro™ animation plug-in is a major plus for PROSTEP's 3D PDF technology compared to normal 3D PDF converters and is greatly appreciated by customers. PROSTEP, Inc. recently succeeded in securing two large contracts, one from a US aircraft manufacturer and one from a top automotive supplier.