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State modernization

A status quo does not make a State

Let’s challenge challenges – for a state reform that is not put on the back burner.

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Foreign trade

Protectionism protects. Stagnation.

Let’s challenge challenges – for global trade without tariffs and barriers.

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Bureaucracy

World-class technology does not thrive in a jungle of regulations.

Let’s challenge challenges – for more entrepreneurship and less bureaucracy.

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Europe

The internal market creates market power!

Let’s challenge challenges – for a united Europe that asserts its place on the world stage.

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VDMA economic survey third quarter 2025

Industrial crisis in Germany cripples machinery industry
The mood in the machinery and equipment manufacturing sector deteriorated further in the 3 quarter and the outlook has worsened noticeably. In addition to the customs conflict, the weakness in key customer industries is having an increasing impact.
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The EU Omnibus Package on Sustainability

"European Parliament must deliver - without further delays!"

Bureaucracy reduction and state modernization:

"Industrial SMEs need measurable relief by the end of the year"

Artificial intelligence in the EU

Apply AI strategy: "Priorities are set correctly"

Overcapacity in the European steel sector

"Consider the impact on the entire value chain"

On the Hydrogen Acceleration Act:

Hydrogen projects need faster approvals

In the focus of the US authorities

"European machinery industry is not a security risk"

Order intake in machinery industry Aug. 2025

US tariffs increasingly leaving their mark

On the EU sustainability omnibus package

"Blockade of Europe by Greens, S&Ds and Renew must stop!"

Training in mechanical and plant engineering

High willingness to take on employees & growing effort in recruiting young talent

Collective bargaining law

"Discrimination against domestic companies"

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Europe and China

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Made ING Germany

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  • De-risking
No absolute certainty
ABP has its German headquarters in the port of Dortmund, from where goods are shipped worldwide. Since introducing its first induction ­furnace in 1903, it has been one of the technology ­leaders. ABP is also well positioned in de-risking.
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Engineering Future: Young talents shape the future!

Engineering Future: Young talents shape the future!
Verena Grifone Fuchs and electronics
Verena Grifone Fuchs, who holds a doctorate in electrical engineering, works as a technical project manager at Thomas Magnete. To do this, she needs an eye for the big picture, good communication skills and technical expertise.
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Elena Bürk and the filling systems
Elena Bürk, mechanical engineer at Optima, is responsible for the design of dosing systems for pharmaceutical filling lines. She not only works with a wide range of technical requirements, but also with customers from all over the world.
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Katharina Helmstaedt and the power tools
Katharina Helmstaedt, an enthusiastic mechatronics engineer, is a planning engineer at Festool. She designs, procures and commissions production systems for high-quality electric motors. Lots of technology and practical experience make her day-to-day work varied.
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Miriam Härter und Florian Frühbeis
In Folge 7 der Videoreihe "Maschinenbau meets Young Professionals" erläutern Miriam Härter und Florian Frühbeis von HAWE Hydraulik SE ihre Verantwortlichkeiten im Werk in Freising.
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Carla Albrecht und die Systemsimulation
Electrical engineer Carla Albrecht has found an exciting job at Danfoss that is compatible with her family.
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Nico Lienhard, viastore Software GmbH
In part 6 of our “Mechanical Engineering meets Young Professionals” series, Nico Lienhard explains how he designs intralogistics solutions as a software consultant at viastore and what inspires him about the work and culture at viastore.
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Carina Witzel and technical sales
Carina Witzel has been a sales engineer at SEW-EURODRIVE Hamburg since 2022. She loves the combination of technology and communication in her job.
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Jennifer Korte and the machine tools
Jennifer Korte has been associated with DMG Mori since her studies. She now works as a development engineer for machine tools.
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Cindy Cierpka and the wind turbines Duplicate 2
Greta Bernard works as an industrial engineer at Bosch Rexroth in Lohr am Main.
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