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Mechanical engineering in figures and charts

A deep insight into the numerical world of mechanical engineering

Mechanical and plant engineering is one of the world's most important industrial sectors. We show the wide range of its economic indicators - presented in interactive charts and tables.

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Engineering the Future

Immerse yourself in brilliant ideas for overcoming geopolitical challenges and the green transformation. The VDMA European Summit brings together industry leaders to shape the future of mechanical engineering.

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ENERGIZING A SUSTAINABLE INDUSTRY

Experience the technologies that our industry is using to drive the digital transformation and decarbonisation at Hannover Messe 2024!

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European Policy

For the mechanical engineering industry, as one of the largest industrial sectors in the EU economy, Europe is a home market. Therefore, VDMA is committed to a strong and capable EU.

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Research allowance becomes a success story in mechanical engineering
A complete success: The mechanical engineering sector is the frontrunner in the use of the state research allowance. The funding instrument strengthens Germany's competitiveness as a business location.

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Living plant engineering
Biotechnology expands the possibilities of the pharmaceutical industry for good healthcare. Machine and plant manufacturers are also adapting to this trend. The example of Pharmatec in Dresden shows how a company is changing as a result.
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Engineering Future: Young talents shape the future!

Engineering Future: Young talents shape the future!
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Greta Bernard works as an industrial engineer at Bosch Rexroth in Lohr am Main.
Cindy Cierpka and the wind turbines
Cindy Cierpka is studying electrical engineering and, as a working student at the Nordex Group, is part of a team that develops and tests test benches for wind turbines. The subject area also provides plenty of material for her bachelor's thesis, which she will be starting shortly. ​​​​​​​
Eva Buchta and the power grid of the future
Eva Buchta works in the research and development department of Siemens AG on the expansion of renewable energies.
High-tech grippers and young talents
Isabell Haas and Jochen Krieger not only shaping the future of gripping technology for their employer Schunk SE & Co. KG, but also the digital transformation in mechanical engineering.
Precise technology, young minds
Florian Schlund and Jonathan Krauß present the groundbreaking LMD technology - an impressive insight into the progressive world of toolcraft GmbH.
Focus on electrification
Find out how a young engineer in the E-DEUTZ electrification project has been working for three years on an electric powertrain for construction and agricultural machinery and is helping to shape the future of mobility in these industries.
Intelligence in industrial cameras and the way to the future
Discover why industrial cameras need to be intelligent in the future and the impact this will have on areas such as vineyards.
Behind the scenes at HAHN Automation: Unique technologies and working atmosphere
Discover the fascination behind automation solutions and how HAHN Automation not only delivers innovative technologies, but also creates a unique working environment.

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Do you have individual questions or need professional advice? Our experts will be happy to advise you in person, by telephone or at your premises.
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We offer various networking events, including high-level congresses and target-group specific experience exchanges on expert level. In addition, VDMA connects you with your customers during numerous trade fairs and exhibition activities; in Germany and all over the world.
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Take advantage of the many opportunities at VDMA for networking and collaboration along the entire industrial value chain and mechanical engineering topics - in person or online.
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Access to an extensive statistics data base, forecasts, country reports and much more will help you manage your business activities.
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We represent the issues of mechanical and plant engineering in Germany and Europe on your behalf. Our technical expertise, our knowledge of the industry, and our straightforward positioning makes us a recognized and valued contact for companies, as well as for the public, science, administration, and politics.

Der VDMA

The voice of machinery and equipment manufacturing - the engine of the industry

The mechanical and plant engineering companies employ around 3 million people in the EU-27, more than 1.2 million of them in Germany alone. This makes mechanical and plant engineering the largest employer among the capital goods industries, both in the EU-27 and in Germany.

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Largest industry network in Europe

3,600 primarily medium-sized member companies in the capital goods industry make the VDMA the largest industrial association in Europe and the most important network organization in the industry.

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The VDMA is the most important voice of the machinery and equipment manufacturing industry. It represents the common economic, technical and scientific interests of the industry in Germany and around the world.

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More than 500 VDMA employees worldwide support you with practical services to make the right decisions in your company - along the entire value chain.