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Not all factories are the same - some are also very special places where philosophies and life dreams are realized. It takes courageous and visionary entrepreneurs and architects - then a dream factory can be created.

The commercial use of space, known as New Space, is opening up new digital business models for the mechanical and plant engineering and software industries - that is the conclusion of the latest episode of the VDMA Industry Podcast.

Donald Trump's tariff policy is also unsettling companies in the mechanical engineering sector and their customers. The EU has until the beginning of July to find a suitable response. The transatlantic relationship will be characterized by mistrust in the future.

The USA is much more than just a major sales market for industry in Europe. The change in trade policy under Donald Trump is hitting companies all the harder. Europe must now show unity and strength - in every respect.

Making optimum use of machines by having manufacturers and customers operate them together - this is one of many new business opportunities made possible by digitalization. The time is ripe to use data rooms to increase productivity in mechanical engineering.

Every year, around 250,000 young people try to find their way into vocational training after leaving school with the help of the transition area. There is a wide range of programs to choose from, but too often companies and young people do not find a match.

Several million people in Germany use elevators and escalators every day. And the number is growing. What opportunities does the industry offer and what does everyday working life look like? A planning and sales expert talks about her job.