Defence.Tech.NRW – New impetus for mechanical and plant engineering in NRW
Defence.Tech.NRW opens up new opportunities: apply now for funding for high-tech and dual-use innovations and benefit from the strong research environment in NRW.
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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.
QM Corner: Focus on process mining
The QM Corner impressively demonstrated how process mining makes real process data visible – enabling companies to optimize faster and make smarter decisions.
Dialogue on the future prospects of the NRW mechanical and plant engineering industry
The future now: How AI, climate protection and new work are changing mechanical engineering in NRW – and strengthening competitiveness.
Mechanical engineering NRW: Difficult year comes to a positive end
In December 2025, incoming orders in the mechanical and plant engineering sector in North Rhine-Westphalia exceeded the previous year’s level by 14% in real terms.
NRW develops circular economy strategy – companies should get involved
NRW presents key points for a state-wide circular economy strategy and asks businesses for feedback. The online consultation runs until 15.02.2026.
Follow-up to the Clean Industrial Deal and omnibus exemptionsEuropean policy, sustainability, corporate governance
The EU Commission wants to simplify ESG requirements with the Omnibus Regulation. This update shows the current status and possible relief for companies.
Mechanical engineering in NRW: Still no impetus
In November 2025, the mechanical and plant engineering sector in North Rhine-Westphalia recorded a 4% decline in incoming orders in real terms compared to the previous year.
CIRCO method: Practical introduction to circular business models
Circular economy as an opportunity: CIRCO workshops support companies in becoming more resilient through circular product design and new business models.