
Yaskawa restructures top management in Europe
Yaskawa, a Japanese manufacturer in the fields of automation and drive technology, made new appointments to the management of its European headquarters at the beginning of the financial year.
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Yaskawa, a Japanese manufacturer in the fields of automation and drive technology, made new appointments to the management of its European headquarters at the beginning of the financial year.

With effect from September 1, 2026, Demir Imeroski will take over the management of the Hamburg branch of Assa Abloy Sicherheitstechnik in addition to his role as Head of Client Operations. He succeeds Klaus Germer, who is taking his well-deserved retirement.
Festive award ceremony in Munich
The winners of the INDUSTRIAL Production Products of the Year 2026 have been announced!
The EU-Mercosur free trade agreement opens up new markets for German companies. Chemical and mechanical engineering associations see growing export opportunities and are calling for the dismantling of trade barriers - an important step for Europe's competitiveness.

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.

Business figures 1st quarter 2026
Siemens makes a strong start to fiscal year 2026 and raises its forecast after a successful first quarter. The technology group recorded a significant increase in order intake and revenue, while industrial earnings grew at a double-digit rate. Siemens also set a new record with an order backlog of 120 billion euros.
For the 50th time, the "Plagiarius" award ceremony is bringing brazen product copies into the public eye. The negative award highlights the extent of the economic, security-related and social damage caused by product and brand piracy and why the protection of intellectual property is more relevant than ever.

Klaus Conrad, long-time head of Conrad Electronic, will be 90 years old on February 27, 2026. He began his career at the company in 1954 at the age of 18 and took over the management around 20 years later.

Amandus Kahl celebrates its 150th anniversary in 2026. The article highlights the company's development from a Hamburg-based craft business to an internationally active manufacturer of machines, process technology and complete production systems for numerous industries.

Delta, MODEC & Eld Energy cooperate
Delta is launching the maritime energy transition in collaboration with MODEC and Eld Energy: First Solid Oxide Fuel Cells (SOFC) on FPSOs to reach pilot operation by 2027.