Knüppel at Empack Hamburg 2026: Efficient and Sustainable Packaging Solutions

Focus on process optimisation and space-saving systems. The most important thing first: Knüppel Verpackung will be presenting a broad portfolio of future-oriented solutions at Empack Hamburg 2026 that combine process optimisation with resource conservation. The focus will be on compact systems for limited working environments, circular material alternatives, and innovative transport protection solutions for global supply chains. Key facts: Process optimisation: Presentation of compact paper converters and air cushion systems to reduce storage requirements [...]

Survey: Companies underestimate risks from quantum cyberattacks

Companies ignore the danger of quantum cyber-attacks. The most important thing first: digital security is at a turning point: in a few years, quantum computers will be able to break today's encryption. Nevertheless, a large part of the economy is massively underestimating the risk. Particularly critical is the „harvest now, decrypt later“ strategy, where attackers steal data today to decrypt it later.

TÜV Study 2026: AI Training is Growing, but Still Lags Behind Usage

The most important thing first: the AI skills gap in the German economy is closing slowly. Although more than half of German companies are already using generative AI in their daily operations, systematic employee training is lagging significantly behind. While the number of AI training courses has more than doubled since 2024, the majority of companies still lack [...]

Schmitz Cargobull fully takes over Berger Fahrzeugtechnik

Complete takeover of Berger Fahrzeugtechnik by Schmitz Cargobull The most important thing first: Following a successful minority stake, Schmitz Cargobull AG is now taking over the remaining shares in Berger Fahrzeugtechnik GmbH. The aim of the merger is to combine Berger's specialized lightweight construction expertise with Schmitz Cargobull's global production and service network in order to expand the range of highly efficient [...]

Implement AI Act swiftly: TÜV Association warns of risks of watering it down

Consistent rules for safe AI in industry. On the occasion of the start of Hannover Messe 2026, the TÜV Association has called for the swift implementation of the EU AI Act based on the EU Commission's proposal, in order to create a uniform legal framework for industrial AI applications across Europe. The aim is to establish a reliable framework for the use of artificial intelligence in industry. [...]

German Industry and the „Space Economy“: Opportunities in the Changing World of Spaceflight

New Growth Opportunities for Industry According to the press release, the Bonn Academy of Economics (BWA) sees a great opportunity for German industry in the increasing commercialisation of space travel. According to the BWA Academy, a new, market-economy-driven phase of space travel has begun, which is heavily reliant on industrial capabilities. This could be particularly beneficial for the struggling automotive and supplier sectors […]

Bio-based foam as a sustainable alternative for industry

Sustainable innovation without production overhaul The press release states that the „xPBS“ project has developed a bio-based extruded foam made from polybutylene succinate (PBS) that can replace conventional petroleum-based materials such as polyethylene. According to Fraunhofer, the new foam is suitable for applications in packaging, transport solutions, and construction, i.e. in areas with high demand. According to the press release, particularly [...]

Panattoni is developing its largest City Dock® project in Neuss

Extensive new build project in a central location According to the press release, the company Panattoni is planning its largest City Dock project to date in Neuss. A modern business park is to be built on a site of approximately 85,500 square metres in the Hammfeld district, which was previously used by the US company 3M. According to Panattoni, approximately 32,600 square metres of hall space and around 6,500 square metres of office space will be [...]

Nationwide survey on automated piece-picking launched

Objective and Background of the Survey According to a press release from the Fraunhofer Institute for Material Flow and Logistics (IML), a nationwide company survey on the topic of piece picking has been launched. The aim is to record the current level of automation in individual item picking in Germany and to analyse technological developments. According to the press release, this is intended to create a reliable data basis to establish the status and […]

DHL supply chain accelerates automation with SOFTBOT platform

Faster integration of robotics solutions According to the press release, DHL Supply Chain is now relying on the SOFTBOT platform from SVT Robotics to accelerate automation projects worldwide. More than 8,000 collaborative robots are already in use at various company locations. According to DHL, the plug-and-play platform is designed to integrate new robotic systems up to twelve times faster than [...]