HANGZHOU, China, Apr 2, 2026 – SHINING 3D, a global pioneer in high-precision 3D digitizing and metrology solutions, is proud to announce a strategic partnership with BLACK FALCON, one of Europe’s most successful and storied GT racing teams. As the newly appointed Official Technology Partner, SHINING 3D will provide cutting-edge 3D scanning solutions to enhance the team’s engineering, maintenance, and performance optimization capabilities throughout the upcoming racing season.
Engineering Victory through High-Precision Metrology
In the high-stakes world of endurance racing—centered at the legendary Nürburgring—every millimeter counts. Through this partnership, SHINING 3D’s industrial-grade scanners will be integrated directly into BLACK FALCON’s technical workflow. From the Mercedes-AMG GT3 to the Porsche 911 GT3 Cup, SHINING 3D’s technology will be used for:
- Aerodynamic Optimization: Capturing high-resolution surface data to refine bodywork and aero-kits.
- Chassis & Structural Inspection: Monitoring vehicle deformation and alignment post-race to ensure maximum safety and performance.
- Rapid Prototyping & Reverse Engineering: Creating digital twins of custom components for faster part replacement and development.
Field-Proven Performance at “The Green Hell”
The Nürburgring Nordschleife is known as the ultimate testing ground for automotive technology. SHINING 3D’s scanners have proven their resilience and reliability in the demanding environment of the “Green Hell,” delivering metrology-grade accuracy amidst the vibration, dust, and rapid pace of the race pit.
“We are thrilled to join forces with BLACK FALCON,” said Niels Stenzel, Vice GM of SHINING 3D. “Our goal is to demonstrate that 3D scanning is no longer just a laboratory luxury, but a vital, on-site tool for the modern racing industry. By supporting a champion team like BLACK FALCON at the Nürburgring, we are proving the speed, precision, and durability of our systems in the most extreme conditions imaginable.”
A Shared Vision for Innovation
The partnership also grants SHINING 3D exclusive access to BLACK FALCON’s state-of-the-art facilities for technical workshops and partner events. This collaboration allows SHINING 3D to bridge the gap between high-end professional racing and accessible 3D technology, providing a “real-world laboratory” to showcase the capabilities of the FreeScan, EinScan and EINSTAR series to the global automotive community.
About SHINING 3D
Since 2004, SHINING 3D has been developing advanced and accessible 3D scanning hardware and software. For over 20 years, the company has focused on R&D and manufacturing of high-precision 3D scanners, which empower professionals worldwide in industrial metrology, full-field inspection, 3D modeling, reverse engineering, and digital dentistry.
About BLACK FALCON
BLACK FALCON is one of the most successful private racing teams in the world, with multiple overall victories at the Nürburgring 24 Hours and the Dubai 24 Hours. Based in Meuspath, Germany, the team is a premier partner for Mercedes-AMG and Porsche customer racing programs. For more information, visit https://www.black-falcon.de/en.
