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Two VDMA online events in early 2026 will focus on the practical implementation of pay transparency in small and medium-sized enterprises, with specific practical examples from a management and HR perspective.

The working group brings together experts from member companies in the power transmission engineeing and fluid power sectors to discuss current challenges and innovative approaches to trade fairs and marketing and to develop solutions.

As part of the VDMA event series "The Dragon in the Room", representatives from member companies met in Berlin at the beginning of December to discuss how to deal with China and the resulting strategic activities.

The world's leading industrial trade fair will open its doors from 20 to 24 April 2026. VDMA Software and Digitalisation is once again offering its member companies the opportunity to present themselves at a joint stand.

10.12.2025 - The "SiMon" 2025 security monitor was conducted jointly by VDMA, Messe Essen and VdS Schadenverhütung GmbH.

In our theme publications, you will find facts, figures and data related to vocational training, engineering courses, skilled workers, mechanical engineers and women in machinery and equipment manufacturing.

Mechanical engineering is gaining speed and precision with artificial intelligence. This innovative strength is also reflected in the theses submitted by graduates for the "Digitalization in Mechanical Engineering" prize for young talent.

VDMA’s Industry Insight Tours 2025 brought 180+ members up close to China’s fast-moving manufacturing hubs, offering exclusive access, networking and fresh perspective.

Growth expectations rise to 6%, yet overall sentiment stays subdued. Discover key trends across sectors and what’s driving the market outlook.

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This year's edition of the popular Lean Management event series of VDMA Austria took place on November 4, 2025 at Lenze Austria in Asten near Linz.

How FEM and CFD simulations accelerate development processes, reduce costs and ensure quality - insights from the field.

The trade association continuously reports on new standards or draft standards that may be of importance to valve manufacturers.

On the Wednesday of the fair, the VDMA's Transport Department organized its traditional tour of the fair with the participants of the Automotive Technology Committee.

VDMA assessment of cost development and cost trends in 2026.

Monthly tracking of the market development of valve-relevant raw materials with a focus on non-ferrous metals

The mechanical and plant engineering industry is facing new challenges: Legislative changes, political decisions and recent court rulings are changing the employment law framework and presenting companies with new challenges.

How can digital services in glass machinery manufacturing be successfully monetized? This was the central question addressed by the Forum Glass Technology on 21 October 2025 at HEGLA GmbH & Co. KG in Beverungen.

From idea to impact: How the Adobe Kickbox and the 10 commandments of innovation promote courage, speed and a culture of learning.

Celebrations should be celebrated as they fall. That's why the quality managers from the industrial valves sector met for an intensive two-day event in Fulda to mark their 100th meeting.

For the first time, the VDMA is collecting key figures on the performance of supply chains in mechanical and plant engineering. This study creates a database that enables member companies to objectively classify their planning, procurement and logistics processes.

Despite persistently high levels of sick leave in the mechanical and plant engineering sector, the event analyzed current developments and discussed possible courses of action.

Current: What can automation technology contribute to sustainability? | Preparation of questionnaire: Market study Ind. Com. 2025 | “Material Hub” Environmental Material Research | Technology in Dialogue “Machine Data” Working Group Wind Industry

The web seminar “Lean in Practice” used a digital tour of ITA's smart factory to show how lean methods can measurably improve production processes and help to avoid waste in the long term.

Manufacturers of safety-related automation components and manufacturers of calculation tools in the field of functional safety are particularly affected by the contents of VDMA Specification 66413.

Machine manufacturers use the VDMA 66413 characteristic value libraries provided by device manufacturers to perform evaluations and calculations in the area of functional safety using the safety-relevant device data.

Manufacturer list of software tools for specification VDMA 66413 „Functional Safety – Universal data format"

Benchmarking is more than just a comparison - it is a strategic tool for continuous improvement and incredibly valuable, especially in difficult times when efficiency, quality and customer satisfaction are even more important.

In 2025, the VDMA and the ZVEI are once again organizing the "Technology Stage powered by VDMA/ZVEI" forum at SPS - with exciting presentations and lively panel discussions.

The building valves industry saw only modest growth in the first half of 2025. Neither the government change nor the “construction turbo” spurred lasting recovery. For 2025, VDMA forecasts just 3 percent revenue growth.

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.

VDMA Textile Machinery provides the results of the Industrial Collective Research (IGF) of the Textile Research Board (FKT).

The committee's internal revision of ISO 9001 has been completed and the draft standard will be made available to the public for comment at the end of August with the DIS.

Interview with Mr. Shi Tao, General Manager, KOCKS Beijing Metallurgical Equipment

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.

Monthly tracking of the market development of raw materials relevant to valves with a focus on steel and cast iron.

The EU textile machinery industry is calling on EU authorities and Member States to take market surveillance for textile machinery seriously across Europe and to implement targeted market surveillance measures.

Jan Fischer has been on board as an expert for data rooms and Manufacturing-X at the VDMA since July. He strengthens the Manufacturing-X Forum headed by Dr.-Ing. Marc Hüske with his expertise.

The QM Corner showed how companies can become more successful with systematic opportunity and risk management in accordance with ISO 9001.

In 2026, global machinery and equipment turnover is expected to grow by 2% on a price-adjusted basis. Growth in Asia will remain above average. Stagnation looms in the EU-27.

With Material Hub, developers and designers can search for materials across suppliers and according to customizable technical criteria.

Risk-based OT security: A practical guide to help plant operators and asset owners get started with risk management and threat evaluation

In our theme publication you will find facts and figures on research and development, innovations and patents in machinery and equipment manufacturing.

A comprehensive analysis of your own marketing instruments helps to identify strengths and weaknesses and to develop optimal sales and marketing activities. Use the latest VDMA benchmarks!

The VDMA regulatory cockpit provides you with a central, practical overview of current and upcoming regulations. It helps you identify relevant information at an early stage, evaluate it strategically, and derive concrete measures.

Arriving at a meaningful overall cost picture at an early stage is a challenge for the company divisions involved.

The digital transformation in mechanical engineering is also reflected in total IT costs, which have been rising at an average rate of 5% per year faster than sales since 2017.

Companies in Germany urgently need relief, also in terms of labor market regulations. Switching to a maximum weekly working time would be an important step towards more flexibility.

Mental health is a strategic success factor: investing in leadership, team spirit and culture reduces absenteeism and boosts motivation, innovation and employee loyalty.

Current labor law and political decisions present companies with new challenges - an overview of the most important changes and practical recommendations for implementation.