Over 500 exhibitors, a packed program with presentations, special areas and guided tours: all about automation in Friedrichshafen (10 + 11 March 2026) stands for industrial automation, robotics and digitalization - and for direct dialogue. Three halls, short distances, clear answers. A trade fair preview.

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Bluhm Systeme will be presenting marking systems with labels, ink and lasers for industrial automation at all about automation in Friedrichshafen from March 10 to 11, 2026. Hall B2, Stand 112.

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Horn (Shanghai) Trading Co. Ltd. moves into a new 850 m² office in Shanghai. The move creates space for further growth and a targeted doubling in the Chinese market.

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The World Economic Forum has recognized the Siemens plant in Nanjing as a Lighthouse Factory. The factory was recognized for its AI-supported, fully digitalized production and significant improvements in productivity, quality and sustainability.

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Change at the top of one of Europe's largest technology organizations: Prof. Dr. Christoph Kutter replaces the previous VDE President Alf Hendryk Wulf as VDE President. His presidency will focus on young people and the microelectronics of the future.

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In the user report, the guest author describes the use of a process for chemical-free water treatment in injection molding cooling circuits as well as the experiences with corrosion protection, pH control and maintenance at Michael Kunststofftechnik in Eppingen.

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Management change at KraussMaffei Technologies: Dirk Musser takes over the management from Jörg Stech on April 1, 2026.

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Which certificates are valid worldwide? Christian Latte, Head of Technical Compliance and Approval Officer at Hummel AG, explains this in an interview. He provides insights into product approvals and explains why early approval strategies shorten time-to-market, reduce risks and sustainably secure international markets - with a focus on global standards and certifications.

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AI leaves the demonstration level and becomes production reality: From April 20 to 24, Hannover Messe 2026 will showcase concrete applications in robotics, automation and networked manufacturing - supplemented by new exhibitors, new formats and the political focus on partner country Brazil.

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Stefan Schönegger succeeds Florian Schneeberger as CTO of ABB Machine Automation (B&R), who has been Division President of the Machine Automation Division and CEO of B&R Industrial Automation since November 1, 2025.

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The Helukabel Group is parting with part of its name: in future, the company will only operate under the Helu brand. With this step, the specialist for electrical connection technology is underlining its strategic development from a classic cable manufacturer to a system and solution provider.

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A third of tech start-ups in Germany report an improved business situation, almost as many report a deterioration. Nine % expect a possible insolvency within a year. Only half would start up again in Germany.

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The mechanical and plant engineering industry in Germany once again suffered noticeable losses on foreign markets in 2025. According to the Federal Statistical Office, exports fell by 1.8% in nominal terms compared to the previous year. Adjusted for prices, the decline was even 3.3 percent.

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A short study conducted by the German Economic Institute on behalf of the VDMA Impuls Foundation shows clear differences in technology teaching in Germany. The VDMA calls for technology to be a compulsory subject from year 5 onwards.

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The research and development of semiconductor technologies is increasingly taking place outside Europe, particularly in Asia. This is shown by evaluations of semiconductor patents by EconPol Europe.

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