Tag: Business Administration

EVO Information Systems as a cooperation partner of the Make-to-Order Days 2026 in Stuttgart. Premiere of a new buyer fair for precision parts and contract manufacturing – B2B networking for SMEs & mid-sized companies in Baden-Württemberg

For the machinery and plant engineering sector in Germany, April showed a mixed picture. Foreign demand is positive, while domestic demand is declining. Political action is needed to create better conditions at the location in Germany.

In the first quarter of 2026, HERMLE AG was able to increase order intake by 15% and group revenue by 14% compared to the same quarter of the previous year.

The machine factory Berthold HERMLE AG performed well in 2025 under very turbulent external conditions and developed overall better than expected.

Announcement regarding the ordinary general meeting of Mikron Holding AG, a specialist in automation solutions, manufacturing systems, and cutting tools.

GROB with stable order intake and clear future strategy

Mikron Holding AG achieved a net revenue of CHF 381.9 million in the fiscal year 2025, which represents a growth of 2.1% compared to the previous year (currency-adjusted + 4.1%).

With an increase in order intake and a corporate revenue above last year's level, Hermle AG reports better figures than expected for 2025. As of November 1, 2026, Benedikt Hermle will take over as CEO of the manufacturer of milling machines and machining centers.

The Association of the German Turning Parts Industry reviews the year 2025

On May 1, 2026, the German companies of the MAPAL Group will be legally merged into MAPAL Dr. Kress SE & Co. KG.

The start of the year was disappointing, with mechanical engineering recording a 6 percent decrease in orders in January. The war in the Gulf region brings new uncertainty and burdens.

The mechanical and plant engineering sector in Germany had to endure noticeable losses in foreign markets again in 2025.

The Swiss technology company for precision cylindrical grinding machines was able to strengthen its global market position despite the challenging geopolitical situation, expand its portfolio with innovative new products, further develop customer care, and invest several million euros in infrastructure.

Statement by Riccardo Rosa, President of UCIMU–SISTEMI PER PRODURRE, on the situation of the machine tool industry in Italy in the fourth quarter of 2025.