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Dear Readers,

Welcome to the October edition of our newsletter.

This issue takes you inside the latest policy shifts and economic changes transforming Europe’s manufacturing scene, spotlighting the dynamic world of machine tools. Dive into emerging trends and pivotal policy debates as we deliver the insights that truly matter to industry leaders.

You will also find an overview of our latest activities, news, and publications.

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See you in the next quarter!

Your team at CECIMO
IN THE SPOTLIGHT
Join us at the CECIMO Brussels Forum 2026 

Manufacturing Technologies for Europe's Industrial Future

What will it take for European manufacturers to compete, scale and reduce dependencies? Join us at the CECIMO Brussels Forum 2026 as EU policymakers, industry leaders and technology experts come together in Brussels to explore how manufacturing can strengthen Europe’s competitiveness, resilience and strategic autonomy.

From AI, robotics and automation to industrial capacity and strategic technologies, the Forum will look at how Europe can turn ambition into action and build a stronger, more innovative industrial base. Be part of the conversation shaping Europe’s industrial future.

+ Explore the programme and confirmed speakers +

+ Secure your spot now +

+ Watch CECIMO's Director General, official invitation for the event +
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JOSÉ PÉREZ BERDUD ELECTED AS CECIMO's NEW PRESIDENT
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CECIMO is pleased to announce the election of José Pérez Berdud, CEO of Fagor Automation, as its new President for a two-year term. He succeeds François Duval of United Machining France SAS. The election took place during CECIMO’s General Assembly, held in Basel on 9 June 2026.
                                                             
                                                            + Read more +
MTI AWARDS CEREMONY 2026 
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+FIND OUT MORE +

The MTI Awards 2026 celebrate the achievements and innovations shaping the future of European manufacturing. The fourth edition features three categories:
  1. Best Overall Innovation,
  2. Green Impact Award
  3. Innovative Start-up Award
The applications has been collected and are being reviewed by this years jury.

The awards ceremony will take place on 3rd of December 2026 during the CECIMO Brussels Forum.

ECONOMIC AND STATISTICAL TOOLBOX
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CECIMO ECONOMIC AND STATISTICAL TOOLBOX Q2 2026:
Now Available with New Descriptive Video!

The Q2 2026 edition of CECIMO’s Economic and Statistical Toolbox is out now, packed with the latest data and trends on the European and global machine tool industry. New this quarter: a short explainer video walking you through the toolbox’s key features so you can get the most out of the data.

                                                    + Request your copy +
RECENT NEWS 
INDUSTRIAL FORUM PROJECT

CECIMO has kicked off the work of the Industrial Forum Project Team on Boosting AI Uptake in Manufacturing and Robotics, which it is co-leading.

The Project Team brings together industry, member states, trade union and other relevant experts to support the wider adoption of artificial intelligence in manufacturing and robotics. Its work will focus on bridging the gap between AI research and its practical deployment in industry by identifying the main barriers companies face, as well as the conditions and support needed to enable wider uptake.

Building on industry experience and concrete deployment cases, the Project Team will develop policy recommendations aimed at facilitating the practical integration of AI into manufacturing and creating the right enabling environment for European industry to benefit from these technologies.
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JOINT STATEMENT FOR A BOLD FP10

The Draghi report highlights a stark reality: Europe’s productivity has stalled, its innovation gap is widening, and its economic position is at risk.
Competitiveness Compass and the EU’s political guidelines place research, development and innovation (RD&I) at the heart of Europe’s strategy to reverse this trend. We, the undersigned — 86 European associations representing key RD&I stakeholders — fully endorse this diagnosis and urgently call on EU Institutions to act with commensurate ambition in designing and funding the next Framework Programme for Research and Innovation (FP10).
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ECONOMIC RECOVERY REMAINS FRAGILE

During the Economic Committee meeting held in the framework of its General Assembly in Basel hosted by SWISSMEM, CECIMO, the European Association of Manufacturing Technologies, reviewed the challenges faced by the sector in 2026 and discussed the risks and opportunities ahead, in a context still shaped by political and economic uncertainty.
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"MADE IN EUROPOE" MANUFACTURING INITIATIVE

A broad coalition of more than 80 organisations from across Europe’s manufacturing ecosystem, spanning industry, research, and academia, has joined forces with the European Factories of the Future Research Association (EFFRA) to launch a new call for action: a “Made in Europe” Manufacturing Initiative.

UPCOMING EVENTS
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MACHTECH & INNOTECH EXPO 2026

CECIMO is pleased to announce its participation in MachTech & InnoTech Expo 2026, held 6–9 October in Sofia.

MachTech&InnoTech Expo the 17th edition brings together international companies and industry professionals to explore the latest solutions in metalworking, industrial automation, robotics, and digital technologies.
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BI-MU 2026


CECIMO is pleased to announce its participation in BI-MU, the leading Italian exhibition dedicated to the manufacturing industry, held 13–16 October 2026 at fieramilano Rho, Milan.

BI-MU brings together the latest innovations in metal cutting, metal forming and additive manufacturing, as well as robotics, automation, digital manufacturing and enabling technologies. Celebrating 70 years of machine tools, the event provides a platform for discovering advanced manufacturing solutions, exchanging knowledge and fostering international cooperation across the industry
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JIMTOF 2026

CECIMO is pleased to announce its participation in JIMTOF 2026, the 33rd Japan International Machine Tool Fair, held 26–31 October in Tokyo.

JIMTOF is bringing together global industry leaders, the event offers a comprehensive view of cutting-edge machine tools and manufacturing solutions, while fostering international cooperation, knowledge exchange.
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MAUFACTURING PARTNERSHIP DAYS 2026


CECIMO is pleased to announce its participation in the Manufacturing Partnership Days 2026, taking place 17–18 November at SILO in Brussels.

Manufacturing Partnership Days brings together researchers, industry representatives, policymakers and key stakeholders to exchange ideas, showcase Made in Europe projects and foster collaboration on the future of European manufacturing.

PAST EVENTS
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SUSTECH R3 - GLOBAL CONFERENCE

CECIMO is pleased to announce its support for the SUSTECH R3 Global Conference, a global forum dedicated to sustainable production technologies.

Our Director General Filip Geerts was among the 56 academics, researchers and other experts who have accepted to join the conference’s Scientific Program Committee, reflecting CECIMO’s commitment to supporting collaboration and innovation in sustainable production.
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CECIMO AT IMTS 2026

CECIMO President José Pérez Berdud together with CECIMO delegates met with the President of AMT - The Association For Manufacturing Technology, Douglas Woods during IMTS - International Manufacturing Technology Show in Chicago on 14-19 September 2026.
 

DISCOVER AM-EUROPE INITIATIVE

AM Europe is a pan-European initiative built on more than a decade of CECIMO’s engagement with European institutions in Brussels.

The initiative brings together over 700 companies across the additive manufacturing value chain and was founded by CECIMO and national associations.

In essence, AM Europe serves as a platform where industry stakeholders can align priorities and engage more effectively with European decision-makers.

Read official press release about the launch of initiative.

Why join AM-Europe ?

✔ Expand your professional network across Europe
✔ Share your expertise and increase your visibility
✔ Access workshops, conferences and exclusive industry insights
✔ Contribute to the conversations shaping the future of additive manufacturing

                                           + Find out more and become a member +

                          + Watch the video from our community - Why Join AM-Europe +              
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AM-EUROPE PUBLICATIONS
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AM RESEARCH CAPABILITIES

AM Europe’s report maps capabilities across 83 research organisations in 18 countries. It identifies strengths in metal manufacturing, circularity, repair and quality assurance, alongside work in digital technologies, aerospace, defence and medical applications.
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KEY MARKET TRENDS


Between July and August 2026, CECIMO, organized the twelfth 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

AM-EUROPE EVENTS
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FORMNEXT 2026

CECIMO is pleased to announce its participation in Formnext 2026, the leading international exhibition and conference for additive manufacturing and the next generation of industrial production, held 17–20 November in Frankfurt.

Formnext showcases the latest developments in additive manufacturing, 3D printing, and advanced production technologies, providing a key platform for innovation, collaboration, and business opportunities across the manufacturing sector.

PAST EVENTS FEATURING AM-EUROPE
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ASTM INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON ADVANCED MANUFACTURING - ICAM 2026


AM-Europe and ASTM International jointly organised European AM Night at ICAM. Speaking on behalf of AM-Europe, Filip Geerts, Director General of CECIMO, delivered a clear message: Europe has the expertise to lead in additive manufacturing. The next step is to turn that expertise into everyday industrial production.

+ READ MORE +
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ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING UK MEMBER'S FORUM

Representing AM-Europe, Vincenzo Belletti Director of EU Public Affairs at CECIMO highlighted Europe’s strong capabilities in Additive Manufacturing.

The challenge now is to connect those strengths and help more companies move from research and demonstrations to industrial production.

+ READ MORE +
EU PROJECT UPDATES

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JARVIS - DRIVING INDUSTRIAL UPTAKE 


CECIMO is advancing JARVIS exploitation, dissemination and stakeholder engagement. Following the June Exploitation Workshop and the project’s Second Review Meeting in Patras, CECIMO is supporting the implementation of the second Open Call and exploring synergies with complementary initiatives such as TORNADO. The project will also be showcased at Manufacturing Partnership Days 2026.

+ READ MORE +
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SKILLALBILITY- SHAPING FUTURE OF SKILLS 

CECIMO is leading SkillAIbility’s policy and stakeholder activities on AI, skills and human-centric manufacturing. Engagement at the Industry 5.0 Summer Sessions in Kortrijk brought together around 70 industry and innovation stakeholders, while upcoming discussions in Patras will further advance the project’s policy and training agenda.

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