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DALIM SOFTWARE 40th
Anniversary at DUO 25

Hold on tight at DUO - the DALIM Users Organization’s flagship event in the heart of Europa-Park, Rust, Germany.

Join us from May 19th to 21st 2025, for an exclusive showcase, as we usher in a new era of digital innovation and collaboration.

With  Experts from

Spotlight on our Speakers

Alexander Bouquet

Alexander Bouquet

Executive Director  • MACK Interactive 

Experienced marketing professional specialized in brand strategy and positioning, leveraging innovative production methodologies to create immersive experiences through virtual and augmented reality. Skilled in experience design, product design and improvement to drive brand growth, scalability and customer engagement.

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Jean-Louis Dauger

Director brand & development Michel Vaillant / Art Strips founder 

Jean-Louis Dauger leads brand strategy for Michel Vaillant and promotes major comic series through Art Strips. He combines 26 years of experience in motorsport, marketing, and international business across Renault, Eurosport, and OAK Racing.

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Thomas Hebes

Process Engineer at Burda Druck 

Thomas Hebes has been a process engineer at Burda Druck GmbH since 2020. Thomas has been working in graphic industry for more than 20 years, and is still enthusiastic about the innovative power of print and the impact on our society. Thomas has been recognised for being chairman of the ECI Working Group Gravure which published the PSR-V2-M1 standard profiles for publication printing and he loves colours. In his own words: "Without standardisation, professional printing is no longer possible if you want to be successful and cover your costs."

François Xavier Luchart

François Xavier Luchart

Plant Director at Lenglet Gravure

François Xavier Luchart is the Site Director of the Heliogravure plant at Lenglet Gravure. With extensive experience in industrial printing, he leads the coordination of all production activities, managing both technical and human resources while ensuring consistent quality across operations.

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Michael Mack

Chief Executive Officer at MACK One and Europa-Park, Honorary Consul of France

As a descendant of a family business with over 245 years of history, Michael Mack leads MACK One and the internationally acclaimed Europa-Park with a forward-thinking vision rooted in tradition. He is at the helm of a unique ecosystem of entertainment companies—including MACK Rides, MackMedia, Mack Animation, and VR Coaster—that combine innovation, creativity, and technical excellence. This integrated approach allows him to deliver world-class immersive experiences and tailored solutions to clients across the global entertainment industry.

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Paul Melcher

Founder & Managing Director at Melcher System LLC

With 20+ years in visual technology, Paul Melcher advises companies on AI, content licensing, and digital asset strategies. His work bridges innovation, business development, and emerging tech like Generative AI and Computer Vision.

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Ingo Raab

Head of Sales and Business Development, Burda Druck GmbH

As a member of the Hubert Burda Media family, Burda Druck is considered one of the leading gravure printing companies in Europe. The company recognized the hybrid combination possibilities between gravure printing and high-speed early on and operates locations in Offenburg, Nuremberg, and Vieux Thann in France.

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Alessio Saraceno

CTO, Hyphen-Group

Alessio Saraceno has more than twenty years of experience in the IT services sector as an independent professional since 1997. His current career is focused on the activities of a Chief Technology Officer, with the primary objective of harmonising within the company new technologies (such as Artificial Intelligence), the digitalisation of business processes, the systemic organisation of production and, above all, the creation of a valuable product for the target market.

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Patrick Staud

Chief Creative Technologist, STAUD STUDIOS GmbH 

Patrick Staud creates high-impact visual campaigns blending CGI, photography, and analog techniques. A passionate car enthusiast, he brings bold ideas and technical precision to projects for leading automotive, fashion, and lifestyle brands.

Tuesday,  May 20

09:00
Welcome & Housekeeping Day 1

Liam Fraser Bell & Bertin Sorgenfrey • DALIM SOFTWARE
Introducing the DUO Infinite Innovation

09:25
Facts & Trends

Carol Werlé • CEO - DALIM SOFTWARE

9:50
AI for Media Groups

Thomas Hebes •  Burda Druck

10:15
Connecting ES Fusion to the World
10:50
AWS, the Modular Cloud Solution
11:05
Next Level Creative Apps Connectivity
11:15
Focus, Frame, Future

Alessio Saraceno

11:30
Fashion Apparel Visuals Capture
12:15
AI Expert Insight

Paul Melcher
Image authenticity in an AI world

12:30
Lunch Break

Restaurant Bubba Svens im Hotel Kronasar

14:00
The Evolution of Entertainment

Alexander Bouquet • MACK One
Europa Park History and future

14:25
How to Build a Brand

Jean-Louis DaugerMichel Vaillant

14:50
How to Produce a Comic Book

Jonathan Lambert • Media Production (Dargaud/Dupuis/Lombard)

15:25
20 Years Producing Comic Books

Jim Boyle • MARVEL

16:00
The Birth of a Comic Book

Editions du Signe

16:25
Transforming a Photostudio

Patrick Staud • .Monks
Bridging the gap between 3D and studio Photo-Videography.

16:45
The Journey of Emotions

Panel Discussion:
Christian Riehl, Jean-Louis Dauger, Jim Boyle/Adrian, Michael Mack and Patrick Staud

17:30
Wrap-Up Day 1

Liam Fraser Bell • DALIM SOFTWARE

18:00
Private Roller Coaster Ride

Experience the thrill
Voltron/Voletarium

19:30
Gala Diner

Meet at Schloss Garten

Wednesday, May 21

09:00
Welcome & Housekeeping

Liam Fraser Bell & Bertin Sorgenfrey • DALIM SOFTWARE

09:20
Evolution of Digital Printing in the USA
09:45
Driving Digital Print

Tom Price & Rafael Ordonhes • DALIM SOFTWARE

10:10
Outlook on French Magazine Publishing

François Xavier Luchart • Lenglet Gravure - Groupe Riccobono

10:35
The making of ADAC Magazine

Ingo Raab • Burda Druck GmbH

11:10
AI for IT organisations

Frank Hirsch • Gaficon

11:25
Fleury-Michon

Fabienne Micheneau • Fleury-Michon

11:50
DALIM ES Fusion Early Adopter

Tim D'Elia • DALIM SOFTWARE
State of the products and roadmap

12:15
One More Thing

Jacques Thiebauld • DALIM SOFTWARE

12:35
Wrap-Up Day 2

Liam Fraser Bell & Bertin Sorgenfrey • DALIM SOFTWARE

13:00
Lunch

Restaurant Bubba Svens im Hotel Kronasar

Conferences Ticket

Conferences Ticket

DUO infinite EUROPA

Get an exclusive look at our latest innovations, hear from industry experts and connect with the DALIM community

Day 1 Welcome Party at 7PM
Day 2 Conferences
Day 2 Gala Dinner
Day 3 Conferences
Access to the video replays
 

649€

EXCL.VAT

 

We have a block of rooms for attendees at the Colosseo hotel. Please note that hotel costs are the responsability of each attendee. 

Single: 185€/Night (Including Breakfast)
Double: 237€/Night (Including Breakfast)
 

What you can expect

FAQ

When is DUO taking place?
May 19-21 2025. 
Where does DUO take place?
The event will take place at Europa Park in Rust 77977, Germany.
How do I book my accommodation?
Once your registration is confirmed, you will receive a confirmation email containing a form where you can indicate if you'd like us to reserve a room from our hotel allotment.
Please note that hotel accommodation costs are the responsibility of the guest and are not covered by DALIM SOFTWARE.

Will I have to pay any hotel fees?

Yes, we have a reserved allotment of hotel rooms available.
You will be able to select your preferred room type via the form included in your registration confirmation email. Room rates are as follows:

  • Single Room: €185 per night (including breakfast)

  • Double Room: €237 per night (including breakfast)

How do I proceed with the payment for DUO?
First, you need to apply for a ticket. After we successfully treat your request, we will send you an invoice with payment details.
I need help who can I contact?
We are always happy to help! Please contact us at events@dalim.com with your request or inquiry, and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

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