AVL Leads in Patent Applications in Austria for the 14th Time in a Row
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AVL has once again proven its innovation leadership: With 192 patent applications in 2024, the company has secured the top spot in the Austrian Patent Office's ranking for the 14th time in a row. This underlines AVL's role as a technological pioneer and driver of innovation.

Graz, March 7, 2025 - AVL has once again proven its innovation leadership: With 192 patent applications in 2024, the company has secured the top spot in the Austrian Patent Office's ranking for the 14th time in a row. This underlines AVL's role as a technological pioneer and driver of innovation.
It is particularly noteworthy that around two thirds of the new patents relate to sustainable technologies - above all developments in the field of electrification. Artificial intelligence is also playing an increasingly important role in AVL's patented solutions and is opening up new possibilities for future-oriented applications. In total, the company has over 2,300 living, granted patents worldwide.
"Being recognized as the most innovative company in Austria is a special honor and a pleasure! This reflects AVL's culture and the mindset of its employees to always focus on innovation - especially in future topics," says Mario Hartinger, Head of Patent Affairs at AVL.
The sustained success in patent applications is based on AVL's deeply rooted culture of innovation, which emphasizes the central importance of innovation for the company. This attitude encourages employees to actively engage with new, forward-looking solutions and play a key role in shaping technological development.
With this impressive track record, AVL continues to set standards and make a significant contribution to the development of sustainable mobility and energy solutions.
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