Oulu, Finland and Ingolstadt, Germany – March 26, 2025 – CREAT GmbH, a leading development partner in automotive lighting and electronic systems, has signed a licensing agreement with TactoTek, the pioneer of In-Mold Structural Electronics (IMSE®). This partnership allows CREAT to strengthen its position as an innovator in automotive lighting by incorporating TactoTek’s groundbreaking IMSE technology into its design and engineering solutions.
CREAT GmbH has extensive experience in developing advanced interior and exterior lighting systems for major automotive OEMs and Tier suppliers. By utilizing TactoTek's IMSE technology, CREAT will enhance its ability to deliver lightweight, highly integrated lighting solutions that align with the evolving demands of future mobility. This partnership further strengthens the IMSE ecosystem by bringing in another skilled engineering partner with strong expertise in the automotive industry.
“At CREAT, we are committed to pioneering technologies that seamlessly blend innovation, efficiency, and design freedom. With TactoTek, we have gained a strong partner whose IMSE technology is redefining standards in automotive lighting. Our partnership with TactoTek is driving the evolution of automotive lighting—innovative, efficient, and visionary. Together, we are shaping intelligent, aesthetic, and sustainable lighting solutions that meet the demands of future mobility,” says Matthias Abeln, CEO of CREAT GmbH.
TactoTek’s IMSE technology integrates printed electronics and electronic components within ultra-thin, lightweight, and functionally integrated smart surface structures. It supports the automotive industry’s push for greater design flexibility, enhanced energy efficiency, and sustainability.
“CREAT GmbH brings deep expertise in automotive lighting and a strong track record of delivering innovative, production-ready solutions to the industry,” said Marko Suo-Anttila, SVP Consulting and Services at TactoTek. “Their engineering capabilities and commitment to excellent lighting design make them a perfect partner for IMSE technology. We look forward to collaborating with CREAT to develop next-generation automotive lighting solutions.”
CREAT GmbH is a trusted development partner in the automotive sector, specializing in innovative solutions for interior and exterior lighting systems, electronics/electrical systems, HiL testing, and head-up displays. Its long-standing customer base includes renowned OEMs as well as Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers. With four locations in Germany and a branch in the Czech Republic, CREAT provides its customers with a distinct competitive advantage. Combining deep expertise, years of experience, and a strong commitment to innovation, the company delivers tailored solutions at every stage of the product development process.
Learn more at www.creat.de/en/company.
TactoTek, Oy (Oulu, Finland), is the world leader in developing and licensing in-mold structural electronics (IMSE®) technologies. Automotive, aviation, connected home, industrial control and medical brands use TactoTek innovations to create next-generation user experiences that are compelling, differentiated, and more sustainable. Designers use TactoTek IP to integrate circuits and components directly into plastic parts, transforming conventional structures into smart interactive surfaces. TactoTek licenses its intellectual property, including over 290 patents and critical know-how developed over a decade of intensive R&D and quality testing, to global manufacturers who use reliable, standardized manufacturing processes to produce curved-shape and conformal electronics.
Learn more at www.tactotek.com.
Violetta Aschenbrenner
Marketing Manager
violetta.aschenbrenner@creat.de
Teija Ahola
Marketing Manager
teija.ahola@tactotek.com
