Taking trauma care to the next level; Strong local and regional engagement; AO Surgery Reference: a prized and much-needed tool; AOSpine keeps the pace; A truly global spine community; New membership off to a great start; Building a global CMF community; Clearly structured, highly active regions; CPP in full motion; Building the pillars of future network growth; Closing the gaps on the AO VET world map; Toward international standards for effective and ethical animal models; Growing network, enduring spirit; Regions and Sections: supporting the AO cause around the world; Trustees Meeting: the birth of a new "AO Spirit"; ORP: growing, and growing together; SEC: a year of harvesting; Strengthening the value chain; Education makes a difference; TK-System: a year of consolidation; Research: a constant quest for better patient care; Clinical Investigation: putting patient safety first; Development: clear focus, clinical relevance;