Training and further education
A clear commitment to the location: the testing machine manufacturer ZwickRoell is building a training center for training and further education at its headquarters in Ulm for around 11 million euros.
read more...With immediate effect, Dr. Johannes Schmalz becomes the third member of the management board. The vacuum specialist from Glatten in the northern Black Forest is thus securing its long-term future as a family-run company in its fourth generation.
read more...The first quarter of 2025 resulted in an overall increase in orders of 4% - the first positive quarterly balance of orders in three years. March also closed with an increase in orders of 4%.
read more...International Federation of Robotics
The US automotive industry is investing more heavily in robotics and automation: the number of installations rose to a total of 13,700 units in 2024 - an increase of 10.7 %. This is according to preliminary results from the International Federation of Robotics (IFR).
read more...The Kistler Group is intensifying its cooperation with Keller Pressure. By signing the agreement, the two companies are reaffirming their commitment to strengthening synergies and developing the Chinese market in a targeted manner.
read more...Automotive and industrial suppliers
Schaeffler records record e-mobility orders in the first quarter of 2025, but remains in the red despite growth of 7.8 percent in the electric business. The acquisition of Vitesco strengthens the market position, but challenges remain, especially in the USA.
read more...Omron has announced the establishment of a global robotics organization effective April 1, 2025. It will operate in parallel with Omron's automation business so that both areas can complement and support each other.
read more...More orders would actually be a reason for the German automotive industry to be happy - if it weren't for the US tariffs on cars and car parts, which are currently putting companies in a bad mood.
read more...Keller Pressure has been the new brand name of Keller Druckmesstechnik since April 1. The rebranding is intended to create a global brand identity.
read more...With subdued growth prospects in Europe and North America, BASF is focusing on the Asian market - especially China. While further savings are being made at the main plant in Ludwigshafen, the management sees the new site in Zhanjiang as the basis for future growth. The risks posed by US tariffs and geopolitical dependencies remain in focus.
read more...Christoph Schell has been appointed as the new CEO of Kuka AG. The technology manager and CCO of Intel will succeed Peter Mohnen on July 1.
read more...A ray of hope in the first quarter: the German economy has grown slightly again. However, a turnaround is not to be expected in view of the customs dispute with the USA. The labor market is weakening.
read more...The VDMA has filled two key positions: On May 1, Dr. Johannes Gernandt will take office as the new VDMA Chief Economist, replacing Dr. Ralph Wiechers. Oliver Richtberg will also take over as Head of the Foreign Trade Department on May 1.
read more...Fruitcore robotics has expanded its management team: Fabian Kienzler becomes Chief Sales Officer (CSO) and Johannes Füßl takes over the position of Chief Operating Officer (COO).
read more...Peter Mohnen, CEO of Kuka, is leaving the company in July at his own request. His successor is to be announced shortly.
read more...The 37th Control - International Trade Fair for Quality Assurance will take place in Stuttgart from May 6 to 9, 2025.
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