The economic situation in Germany remains tense: A noticeable economic turnaround is not in sight; instead, the crisis continues. According to the latest economic survey by the German Economic Institute (IW), one in three companies is planning to cut staff in 2026. Companies are also reluctant to invest.
read more...The application phase for the INDUSTRIAL Production products of the year has been extended. You still have the opportunity to submit your product until November 11.
read more...Arburg machines have accompanied HK Cosmetic Packaging for 50 years. To celebrate the 150th Allrounder, the hydraulic Allrounder "720 S" will be producing thick-walled cream jars in the future.
read more...In 2025, the Formnext Awards will once again honor companies, business ideas and technologies in six different categories. The finalists will present their exhibits online in the run-up to the trade fair and as part of a special show at Formnext. The public can now take part in the voting.
read more...The application phase for the INDUSTRIAL Production Products of the Year has reached the finish line. In 2026, we are once again looking for real highlights from the industry in six categories and will also be awarding a special prize again. You have until Sunday, November 2 to submit your product.
read more...TGW Logistics' order intake rose by 55 percent, exceeding the 1.5 billion euro mark for the first time in the company's history. Turnover rose slightly to 1.07 billion euros in the 2024/25 financial year.
read more...Industrial robots are central elements of digital and networked production. It is therefore important that robots can communicate smoothly with each other and with other systems, regardless of the manufacturer. The VDMA OPC Robotics Initiative has now taken a significant step in this direction.
read more...Developing drone defense solutions: Rohde & Schwarz and Trumpf have announced a strategic partnership. The combination of Rohde & Schwarz's radar and electromagnetics expertise with Trumpf's high-energy laser technology and beam guidance expertise will detect, track and neutralize drones.
read more...According to preliminary calculations, the Lapp Group generated revenue of over EUR 1.9 billion in the 2025 financial year (October 1, 2024 to September 30, 2025) (2024 financial year: EUR 1.8 billion), thus continuing its revenue level of 2023 despite challenges in the domestic market.
read more...Basler, supplier of image processing components for computer vision solutions, has acquired 76% of the Indian sales partner Alpha TechSys Automation.
read more...The Federal Cabinet adopted the microelectronics strategy today. Germany wants to become a leader in microelectronics. The Federal Government's new strategy: bundling topics such as research, skilled workers and production in order to strengthen chip design, supply chains and technological sovereignty.
read more...VDMA economic survey 3rd quarter 2025
The mood in the mechanical and plant engineering sector continues to deteriorate. According to the new VDMA economic survey, less than a quarter of the total of 877 companies (23%) rate the current situation as "very good" or "good" (July: 26%).
read more...Introduce, train, specialize: This triad forms the basis for the new training center of the Bruchsal-based drive and automation specialist SEW-Eurodrive. DriveEducation has now been officially opened with renowned guests from education, politics, associations and, of course, numerous employees.
read more...Bosch Rexroth and Advantech are cooperating on edge solutions and offering a ready-to-use platform for industrial applications. Customers benefit from the combination of Bosch Rexroth's open and app-based operating system 'ctrlX OS' with ecosystem and Advantech's modular hardware.
read more...Schneider Electric, provider for the digital transformation of energy management and automation, announces the appointment of Martin Jäger as the new Vice President Home Solutions for the DACH region, effective September 1, 2025.
read more...The Zimmer Group continues its international growth course and founds Zimmer Group Scandinavia AB, based in Sweden, on October 1, 2025.
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