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DEAR READERS,

We are delighted to be back with the December edition of our Newsletter, which focuses on the latest policy and economic developments that have a direct impact on our sector. Our goal is to keep you informed on all the important issues that affect the Machine Tool and manufacturing sector. Below you can find a list of our latest activities, news and publications.

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IN THE SPOTLIGHT
CECIMO Brussels Forum and Machine Tools Innovation Awards 2023

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The first edition of the CECIMO Brussels Forum, organised by the European Association for
Manufacturing Technologies (CECIMO), took place on 6-7 December in the heart of Brussels. The event gathered industry experts, leaders and innovators, aimed to explore and discuss the advances in manufacturing technologies and skills that are critical to the growth of the sector.

The two-day event featured an insightful programme of high-level panel discussions that explored the nuances of innovative manufacturing and skills development. Industry leaders and experts shared their perspectives, fostering a rich exchange of ideas to shape the future of manufacturing in Europe.

MACHINE TOOLS INNOVATION (MTI) AWARDS 2023

A key moment of the Forum was the launch of the inaugural Machine Tools Innovation (MTI) Awards. This competition marks a pioneering effort by CECIMO to recognise and celebrate the most innovative projects in the machine tool sector. The awards serve as a platform to recognise the tireless efforts and ground-breaking achievements of individuals and organisations that contribute to the advancement of machine tool technology.

The winner of the 2023 MTI Awards was Aldakin Automation S.L. represented by Mr Ibai Inziarte, for their exceptional project on “Eliminating human exposure to potentially carcinogenic dust and increasing robot performance in machining of composite parts”.

MTI Awards Ceremony

Kerstin Jorna, Director General for Internal Market, Industry, Entrepreneurship and SMEs, European Commission

Markus Schulte, Head of Cabinet to Iliana Ivanova, European Commissioner for Innovation, Research, Culture, Education and Youth

Panel Discussion 1 Panel Discussion 2

RECENT PUBLICATIONS

CECIMO Magazine - Fall 2023

The Fall 2023 edition of our magazine covers a range of topics that are considered to be key drivers of sustainable and digital development. Exploring areas such as advanced manufacturing, data, IoT, AI, and cybersecurity, you will discover how digital innovation is streamlining processes, improving efficiency, and unveiling fresh horizons for the manufacturing landscape.

We would like to thank all contributors for their efforts in making this magazine possible. We hope you will enjoy reading all the articles!

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Key Market Trends in the European Additive Manufacturing Sector

Between September and November 2023, CECIMO, the European Association of
Manufacturing Technologies, organized the seventh round of its European Additive Manufacturing Survey, which aims to assess key market trends in the Additive Manufacturing (AM) sector.
It is a six-month survey that will help the industry record trend indications for key business areas, such as domestic business, AM exports, orders by type of material, client industry demand and investment trends.

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Economic and Statistical Annual Report 2022

Despite all challenges, global MT production reached 79.2 billion euros in 2022, reflecting an annual increase in production of 11.9%. In the same year, MT production in CECIMO countries recorded a growth of 12.8%, reaching 25.3 billion euros. This enabled CECIMO to maintain its share of 32% of global MT production.

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RECENT NEWS

FRANÇOIS DUVAL APPOINTED AS THE NEW PRESIDENT OF CECIMO

During its General Assembly, the European Association of Manufacturing Technologies (CECIMO) announced the appointment of Mr. François Duval as its new President for a two-year term, succeeding Dr. Heinz-Jürgen Prokop. This leadership transition also sees Mr. Riccardo Rosa take on the role of Chairman of the Technical Committee. CECIMO delegates also confirmed Mr. Marcus Burton as Chairman of the Economic Committee and Mr. Michael Merkle as Chairman of the Communication and Advocacy Committee, for a further term of office.

François Duval, recognised for his outstanding contributions to the machine tool industry, reiterated his appreciation for the new role: “I'm truly honored to take on the role of CECIMO President for the next two years, and I look forward to working together on our shared goals. Especially in these challenging times, my main priorities are supporting innovation in the manufacturing sector and ensuring that European regulations allow businesses to thrive and remain competitive."

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CECIMO has successfully concluded its fall plenary meeting, the CECIMO Brussels Forum. Over two dynamic days, around 100 participants took part in an insightful programme of in-depth discussions led by industry specialists and policy makers.

The Forum brought together experts to discuss innovative manufacturing, technology, the current state of the industry, and skills development through two comprehensive panel discussions, underlining the event's commitment to advancing knowledge and collaboration in the manufacturing sector. The panel discussions highlighted the importance of strategic initiatives, and the EU's pivotal role in global leadership. A focal point was the urgent need for future skills, addressing the gap between industry needs and the current skills of our workforce. Notably, the discussions focused on the role of data in guiding a sustainable transition towards a more technologically advanced manufacturing landscape.

In addition to policy discussions, the second day was dedicated to exploring the economic situation and outlook for the sector. In that context, despite the current unfavourable business climate indicators, CECIMO still anticipates a positive output growth in 2023, but remains cautious about the 2024 figures. The negative impact of monetary tightening and rising interest rates is affecting investment in capital goods and global demand, while geopolitical shifts at the global level are increasing uncertainty.

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The clock is ticking. Time to permanently remove tariffs on sectors unrelated to the steel and aluminium and large civil aircraft disputes!

With less than a month before the reimposition of tariffs in the U.S.-EU steel and aluminium dispute on 1 January 2024, 87 sectors unrelated to the EU-U.S. steel and aluminium and the large aircraft disputes urge U.S. and EU leaders to reach an agreement to permanently remove all retaliatory tariffs on products unrelated to these disputes.

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Joint Statement on Cyber Resilience Act : Manufacturers of Long Lasting Industrial Products

We fully support the ultimate objective of the Cyber Resilience Act, which aims to cyber protect the products and increase their cyber resilience. It is of utmost importance to have effective processes for vulnerability management and handling, enabling manufacturers to promptly address security weaknesses.

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EU PROJECTS UPDATES

After the success of Open Call 1, which saw 5 outstanding projects receiving 1 M€ in funding, EARASHI is gearing up to select the next wave of innovative projects that will shape the future of the industry. The deadline for Open Call 2 is December 20. Only startups and SMEs are eligible to receive funding. The project must be proposed by a micro-consortium of 1-2 independent legal entities, including exclusively Start-up or SME, established in the Member States of the European Union, its overseas countries and territories (OCT), and Horizon Europe associated countries.

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The GREEN project conducted six Focus Group (FG) meetings across various sectors, revealing the need for sustainability in established fields like defense and automotive, as well as opportunities in emerging sectors like batteries and Additive Manufacturing (AM). Key Occupations identified during these focus group meetings:

-33 occupations, with engineering and managerial roles predominating.
-Notable commonalities in mechanical engineering and naval architecture across sectors.
-Vital roles for Designers, Engineers, Research and Development, and Digital/Data Specialists.
-Operational employees, including assemblers, impact environmental consciousness.

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PAST EVENTS

The Artificial Intelligence Act – Building Trust in EU Innovation’’,

The conference ’The Artificial Intelligence Act – Building Trust in EU Innovation’’, co-organised by CECIMO, took place on 10 October in the European Parliament gathering more than 120 people on site and more than 200 online. It emphasized the dual nature of AI in manufacturing: its benefits in efficiency and sustainability, alongside the need for ethical considerations. Effective communication and trust are key to AI regulation as well as the AI Act's incorporation of fundamental rights protection. In sum, the event stressed the importance of a balanced, ethical approach to harnessing AI's potential in manufacturing.

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