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DEAR READERS,

We are delighted to be back with the July 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
The deadline to apply for the Machine Tools Innovation (MTI) Awards is approaching  
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The MTI Awards serve as a platform to recognise and celebrate outstanding contributions to the machine tool industry. Our goal is to spotlight the remarkable achievements of industry players and showcase best practices that drive productivity, growth and profitability. The awards will also provide an excellent opportunity for networking and knowledge sharing among professionals in the field. It will help you to gain recognition, improve your skills and achieve success within your companies.

This competition is proudly organised by CECIMO and supported by Fagor Automation. The official partners of this event are EIT Manufacturing , European Factories of the Future Research Association ? EFFRA , European Round Table for Industry ? ERT and EMO Hannover 2025.

Participating in the MTI Awards comes at no cost, so there is absolutely no risk involved!

Submissions are now open for entry to the MTI Awards  ? apply before 2 September 2024!
CECIMO SPRING MEETINGS 2024 
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The CECIMO Spring Meetings 2024, hosted by Technology Industries of Finland, took place in Tampere, Finland between 15-18 June 2024. The four-day programme included formal meetings, including the Board meeting, the General Assembly and the Economic Committee meeting. In addition, industry leaders engaged in insightful company visits, facilitating the exchange of experiences on current trends and challenges within the industry.
In addition, industry leaders engaged in insightful company visits like Sandvik Mining and Construction Oy and Fastems Oy and Nokia, ?facilitating the exchange of experiences on current trends and challenges within the industry.
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We continued exchanging ideas during our cocktails reception at the City Hall and the gala dinner that took place at Finlayson Palace.?
RECENT PUBLICATIONS
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CECIMO believes that the next EU Research and Innovation Framework Programme (FP10) can be a key enabler for the development and growth of the advanced manufacturing sector. To build a strong future for both society and the economy, Europe must continue to be a leading hub for RD&I and at the same time contribute to build an innovation ecosystem that is able to attract more investments and nurture the development of cutting-edge technologies.
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+READ THE REPORT+
This report examines the skills trends, qualifications demand, requisite professional profiles and the associated challenges in recruiting a skilled workforce within the advanced manufacturing sector. Based on data collected from CECIMO?s survey in November 2023, encompassing responses from 44% large companies, 31% medium-sized enterprises, 16% small companies, and 9% micro-enterprises, the report aims to provide insights into the evolving landscape of skill demands and emerging professional profiles.
RECENT NEWS 
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Joint Statement for an Ambitious FP10

In the shaping of the next European Framework Programme for Research and Innovation (FP10), we, the undersigned 110 European associations representing key European RD&I stakeholders, hereby urge the EU Institutions to significantly increase the current budget in view of FP10 and to make pan-European collaborative research the cornerstone of FP10, answering industrial needs...
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CECIMO Spring Meetings 2024 Press Release

During its General Assembly held in Tampere, Finland, CECIMO reported a resilient performance for the European machine tool sector in 2023. Political and economic uncertainties at the end of the year resulted in a short-term fall in order intake in 2024, however an improvement in key economic indicators and falling inflation means that orders are expected to increase in the second half of the year.
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EMO Hannover 2025: Focused and condensed. World?s leading trade fair for production technology shortened by one day

The duration of EMO Hannover 2025 will be shortened from six to five days in future. "Shortening the event by one day is a strategic decision aimed at making EMO Hannover more efficient and purposeful. 
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Manufacturing Research and Innovation Petition 

The Manufacturing Research and Innovation Petition urges policymakers to give more political attention to manufacturing and allocate more funding to applied manufacturing research. European manufacturing has been the backbone of European prosperity, providing wealth, security, and comfort to its citizens and workers. Europe?s history of technological innovation positions us to reclaim our role as global leaders in producing the most innovative products and systems...
FROM THE ECONOMICS DEPARTMENT
Between March and May 2024, CECIMO organised 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. 3D printing companies express their six-month indications in the key business areas compared to the situation over the past six months.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
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The next edition of the CECIMO Brussels Forum, will take place in Brussels on 2 December 2024. The event will bring together leading policy makers and industry players, offering an insightful programme focused on the overarching theme of ?Re industrialising Europe: A vision for competitive manufacturing?. The Forum will look at the pressing challenges facing European manufacturing industry today and provide a comprehensive view of the efforts to revitalize EU manufacturing sector by 2030. This page provides you with all the information you need before booking. We look forward to seeing you all in December!
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Manufacturing Technology and Trade Tour to the UK

We look forward to welcoming CECIMO participants to the United Kingdom from 15-17 October 2024 for an enriching and interesting series of meetings and company visits organised by the MTA (Manufacturing Technologies Association). Participation is open to executives from member companies of the national trade associations affiliated with CECIMO. 
PAST EVENTS
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WEBINAR: How can the EU harness the power of Industrial Automation?

This event?s aimed at fostering a dialogue on the role of policies, investments, and skills development initiatives in enabling widespread adoption of automation while addressing concerns related to workforce transitions...
VIDEO CAMPAIGN ON SKILLS
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Interview with Antonio Ranieri, Head of Department for VET and Skills, CEDEFOP
+Watch on Youtube 
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Interview with Francois Duval, Managing Director, GF Machining Solutions & CECIMO President
+Watch on Youtube 
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Interview with El Iza Mohamedou, Head of OECD Centre for Skills
+Watch on Youtube 
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CECIMO Interviews on Skills - Stewart Lane, Renishaw
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+WATCH ALL VIDEOS ON OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL
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AFM NEWS

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25 Projects Have Been Labelled In The Smart 7th Call

SMART has announced that 25 projects have been awarded labels in the 7th Call. These projects involve collaborative efforts from consortia across 15 countries, with a combined budget of 42.3 million euros. Participants will now coordinate their national funding applications to commence work in the upcoming months.
EU PROJECTS UPDATES
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  • Join the GREEN VET Network which will be open soon. Join it to benefit from piloting training programs for green competency in sectoral qualification courses and
    receiving pedagogical and technical support to meet standards for becoming a green education center. You only need to located in Europe as an educational provider in the scope of manufacturing for 3-7 EQF2 levels.

+FIND OUT MORE+
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  • Jarvis project focuses on Human-machine collaboration through interactive AI. Subscribe to the project's newsletter as in 2025-2026 we will have 2 open calls for SMEs on AI applications.
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  • EARASHI successfully concluded a second Workshop on Data Protection, hosted in Brussels in the office of R?gion Auvergne-Rh?ne-Alpes.
  • The results of the 2 EARASHI Open Calls have been published. 10 standout projects selected from 96 proposals will receive a total of 2 M? in funding.
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  • Penelope project continues to carry out training activities in digital technologies, available for free for the public. You can find the upcoming training or find the recorded training sessions on Penelope's website.
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