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Articles of Association of PROFIBUS Nutzerorganisation e.V.

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The statutes of PROFIBUS Nutzerorganisation e.V. govern the objectives and structures of the association, which is dedicated to promoting the PROFIBUS communication system. The association is open to members who support its objectives and is financed by membership fees and voluntary contributions. The organs of the association comprise the Executive Board, the Advisory Board, technical committees, and the General Meeting, which takes place once a year. Amendments to the Articles of Association and the dissolution of the association require a qualified majority in the General Meeting. The Articles of Association came into force on April 24, 1996, after they were entered in the register of associations.

 

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Download 28/04/2026 PNO_Satzung_2026-04-20.pdf pdf 128 KB
Download 28/04/2026 PNO-Bylaws_2026-04-20_EN.pdf pdf 137 KB

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The statutes of PROFIBUS Nutzerorganisation e.V. define the association’s purpose, structure, and governance. Membership is open to supporters, funded by fees and contributions, and overseen by the Executive Board, Advisory Board, technical committees, and the annual General Meeting. Amendments or dissolution require a qualified majority.

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