CECIMO Press Conference - EMO Hannover 2025

Event Overview

The CECIMO Press Conference, titled “Securing the future of machine tools in a changing landscape”, will feature leading representatives from the machine tool industries in the USA, Japan, India, and Europe. They will provide exclusive insights into market trends, opportunities, and the global forces shaping the future of machine tools.

The global machine tools industry is at a critical juncture. As manufacturing evolves through automation, digitalisation, and the use of advanced materials, the demand for precision, efficiency, and innovation in machine tools has never been greater. At the same time, the industry faces significant challenges, including supply chain disruptions, geopolitical uncertainties, economic fluctuations, and changing regulations. With a strong focus on the latest industry data, the discussion will explore how these dynamics could impact the sector in the medium term, both positively and negatively.

Date: Monday 22 September 2025

Time: 12.00 – 13.00 (followed by a light lunch)

Venue: Hall 19/20, Room Casablanca

Note: The press conference will be conducted in English language.

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Programme

Opening Remarks
Mr Francois Duval, President of CECIMO

Overview of the European Machine Tool Industry
Mr Marcus Burton, Chairman of CECIMO’s Economic Committee

Overview of the Japanese Machine Tool Industry
Mr Kazuo Yuhara, President of Japan’s Machine Tool Builders’ Association (JMTBA)

Overview of the American Machine Tool Industry
Mr. Douglas Woods, President of the Association for Manufacturing Technology (AMT)

Overview of the Indian Machine Tool Industry
Mr. Jibak Dasgupta, Director General & CEO of the Indian Machine Tool Manufacturers’ Association (IMTMA)

Q&A Session