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This overview is intended to support the announcement, planning and participation in relevant trade fairs and exhibitions in the sub-sectors and groups of the VDMA.
Europe's mechanical engineering companies are facing major challenges in Southeast Asia. More local proximity, strategic adaptation and the courage to question familiar ways of thinking are needed.
News on Road and Railways in India
Held on 3rd to 5th September 2025 at Marina Bay Sands, Singapore
On September 22, 2025, the VDMA is offering a full-day face-to-face event in Frankfurt for members who want to sharpen their ASEAN strategy. Also present: Chambers of Commerce Abroad (AHKs) and regional business development agencies.
Keep up to date with the latest news from Southeast Asia with the new VDMA newsletter. Subscribe now to receive relevant regional updates every two months — exclusively for VDMA members.
Digital, secure, and efficient. The new Entry/Exit System (EES) will replace passport stamping.
VDMA America recently held their first Executive Roundtable at GEDA USA in League City, Texas, providing the American leadership of our members’ subsidiaries a valuable opportunity to network and exchange insights on key topics impacting our industry
The manufacturer of strapping and end-of-line packaging technology, expands global footprint one strap at a time with grand opening of second facility in Malaysia
In light of Trump’s tariffs, analysts highlight ASEAN’s risks from trade tensions but remain optimistic about the region's resilience. Singapore’s semiconductor industry stays cautious, exporters diversify suppliers and customers amid uncertainties.
Intercompany license agreements between the parent company in Germany/Europe and the subsidiary in China are of considerable importance in practice.
India's Interim Union Budget for 2024 projects a reduction in the revised fiscal deficit and a decline in inflation. These key economic indicators signal a promising future for the Indian economy, even amidst global economic uncertainties.
Malaysia and Singapore launched the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) in January 2025. The new economic initiative aims to drive significant business growth with as many as 50 projects and create 20,000 skilled jobs.
In February, the ASEAN manufacturing purchasing managers' index (PMI) rose to 51.5, the highest in seven months, from 50.4 in January. This marks the highest reading since July 2023.
We have updated our interactive report on foreign affiliates.
The tips for business success in the United States have been updated. The exclusive publication for VDMA members is now available in German and English.
Reports on user industries in China
Short-term work assignments in the UK are possible without a visa on the basis of a purchase or leasing contract. Otherwise a visa is required.
The EU and U.S. should finally bury the hatchet on this half-decade-long trade dispute that has triggered uncertainty and increased costs for manufacturers in both markets.
There are many reasons for European companies to think about diversification of supply chains, production sites and sales markets. Indonesia is increasingly coming into focus in the machinery and plant engineering sector.
What are the effects of the IRA on the American market and what are the consequences for the European mechanical and plant engineering industry? Current VDMA publication provides an overview.
Updated edition 2023 is available.
Since the Arab Spring in 2011, Egypt has undergone a sometimes tumultous, but overall dynamic economic development.
VDMA member companies consider different strategies to minimize decoupling risks in both markets. The full report is available for download.
Southeastern Europe encompasses many different markets - VDMA Foreign Trade provides information
Member companies examine their own crisis management structures within the company using practical examples.
VDMA Foreign Trade supports member companies in expanding their foreign sales in promising future markets.
The VDMA eNewsletter Japan provides information on economic developments in Japan.
Get informed about current developments in India.
Get informed about what's happening in China
The VDMA offers events on current foreign trade topics, on the web and live on site.
The revision of the tips brochure on doing business in China is now available. It contains highlights on the most important aspects of trading with China and at the same time links them to the respective experts in the VDMA.
The VDMA foreign trade team supports member companies in the internationalization of mechanical and plant engineering - practical, direct and competent in all questions concerning foreign business.
China, India, Japan, America, Brazil or Singapore: Our VDMA liaison offices abroad will help you with your involvement in the most important foreign markets.
