Our Values
We believe European manufacturing has a future and it's worth investing in.
Innovation doesn't happen in slides. It happens on shop floors, with real constraints and real outcomes.
Software should solve actual problems and deliver value, not just look good in a demo.
We build products with our customers, not just for them.
We care about precision, reliability, and solving the root cause, not adding noise.
About Zentio
We started Zentio because we believe in the future of European manufacturing. Not the nostalgic version, but one that's modern, precise, and bold-driven by smart technology and built to compete globally.
We're engineers, builders, and problem-solvers fascinated by the machinery, software, and people that make up the backbone of our industry. This fascination is the foundation of everything we do and we apply it where it matters most: In strengthening Europe's industrial capabilities through technology.
We don't see manufacturing as old-fashioned or obsolete. We see it as the next frontier—ripe for innovation, optimization, and growth. Our work is about enabling that progress. This means developing tools, processes, and products that actually move the needle for manufacturers across Europe.
Our Vision
Our vision is to elevate the standard for industrial decision-making. By turning operational data into actionable intelligence, connecting people, machines, and processes, and embedding smart technology where it matters most, we aim to create smarter, more agile factories that set the benchmark for the future of manufacturing.
Meet the Founders
Julian Rose
Co-Founder & CEO
Julian specializes in process and logistics optimization with a focus on sustainability. At Ford, he led CO2 reduction projects and improved logistics processes. His experience in efficiency enhancement and sustainable logistics makes him particularly valuable for manufacturing companies
Immo Polewka
Co-Founder & CRO
Immo brings extensive experience in production process optimisation and business development in industrial applications. He led data driven projects improving production efficiency and safety in the chemical and pharmaceutical industry.
Christophe Kafrouni
Co-Founder & CTO
Chris leads the technological development of the Zentio platform and has extensive experience building complex, cloud-native software systems. At iArtificials, he built infrastructure for AI-driven production systems in collaboration with top-tier academic teams. He combines technical depth with a strong understanding of industrial demands.
Join the Team
We're building the next generation of AI-native production planning—and we are looking for passionate engineers to help shape the future of European manufacturing.