About Us

neo – a joint venture of IMP and mantro – stands for entrepreneurial curiosity, strategic foresight, and the passion to create new solutions for complex challenges.

We combine deep market understanding, technological expertise, and strong execution skills – supporting companies in actively shaping change.

Driven by our commitment to making transformation practical, we created our emissions testing service: simplifying complex regulations and providing real relief for businesses.

neo at the Core

What Defines Us

Strategy & Innovation

We rethink business models, identify opportunities in regulated and dynamic markets, and bring fresh momentum to established industries.

Collaborative Approach

We work closely with our customers and industry partners. Together, we develop solutions that don’t just look good on paper, but create real, lasting value in everyday operations.

Hands-On Mentality

From the first idea to successful implementation, we go the extra mile. We believe in pragmatic solutions that prove themselves in practice – and in the power of co-innovation.

About us

Our Commitment

Whether it’s emissions testing, digitalization, or new service solutions – we connect people, markets, and technologies to shape the future.

Especially in regulated environments, we focus on close collaboration and continuous improvement – always with the goal of making processes simpler, safer, and more efficient.

Get to know us – and shape tomorrow’s standards together with us.

The Team

The Minds Behind neo

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Prof. Dr. Stephan Friedrich von den Eichen

Expert in business model innovation, CEO of Innovative Management Partner (IMP), and Professor at the University of Bremen. He supports companies in mastering disruptive change and developing sustainable strategies.

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Manfred Tropper

Serial founder, entrepreneur, and expert in digital business models. With over 20 years of experience and more than 25 founded companies, he brings extensive know-how in developing and scaling new services.