Knowledge Management for Mechanical and Plant Engineering
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Find Startups, Accelerate Innovation
VDMA Startup-Machine and a new matchmaking initiative demonstrate how the mechanical and plant engineering sector can find suitable startups and easily launch collaborations—in a practical, structured way that delivers clear added value.
NIS2 in mechanical engineering: obligations and concrete consequences
What are the consequences of NIS2 for mechanical and plant engineering? A compact review of key requirements, obligations and practical guidance for companies.
AI quick wins for innovation: how virtual personas help
How does artificial intelligence make innovation faster – and how do virtual AI personas help with feedback from the target group? The online exchange of experiences showed in a practical way which quick wins are already possible today.
QM Corner: Update on ISO 9001:2026
ISO9001:2026 in focus: The QM Corner showed the current status of the revision and the consequences for existing quality management systems.
CBAM enters the next phase – what will change in 2026
New CBAM obligations for importers apply from 2026. The “CBAM Update 2026” event provided a compact overview of the legal changes that are now relevant and what is in store for the mechanical and plant engineering sector.
Labor law and labor market policy – Current topics from March 17, 2026
On March 17, 2026, the digital ProduktionNRW event “Labor Law and Labor Market Policy” took place with insights into current developments and challenges.
Promoting research and innovation
The event focused on the topic of research funding. The focus was on the funding landscape at federal level.
Joint event on the Pay Transparency Directive
On 5 February 2026, a web-ERFA on the Pay Transparency Directive took place, organized by ProduktionNRW and VDMA Nord. The high level of participation showed the extent to which transparency and equal treatment in remuneration are currently occupying companies.
Artificial intelligence in mechanical engineering – practical and forward-looking
How AI is advancing mechanical engineering: Specific examples show how intelligent data analysis increases quality, speeds up processes and opens up new efficiency potential.