The European metal industry is caught in a perfect storm: soaring energy costs, a shortage of skilled labor, and mounting pressure on margins are keeping business owners awake at night. In such conditions, the gut reaction is to cut costs and wait for better times. However, business history teaches us that it is precisely in the most difficult moments that the best players make strategic moves that secure their dominance for years to come. In this article, we'll show you why the current crisis is actually a wake-up call to action and how targeted investments in a modern machine park are the most effective response to the market's biggest challenges. Read more
The year 2025 marks a turning point for the Polish industrial sector. Traditional cost advantages are eroding, and market position is now determined by the ability for strategic technological adaptation. Business leaders across Poland—from production plants in Silesia, through furniture centers in Greater Poland, to innovative clusters in Subcarpathia—face three key imperatives: intelligent automation, the implementation of artificial intelligence, and the operationalization of sustainable development. This report provides an in-depth analysis of these trends, offering strategic insight into the technologies and processes that will define market winners in the coming years. Read more
According to preliminary data from the Federal Statistical Office (Destatis), industrial production in Germany saw a significant increase of 3.0 percent in March 2025 compared to the previous month, after adjusting for seasonal and calendar effects. While production was 0.2 percent lower compared to March 2024, the latest figures indicate positive momentum in the German industrial sector. Read more
Although December industrial production figures were slightly lower than expected, data from the Central Statistical Office shows positive signs of recovery in the Polish industrial sector. A 0.2% year-over-year growth in December 2024, alongside a 0.3% increase in industrial production for the entire year, indicates stabilization. Analysts predict that the industry will continue to strengthen in the coming months, with growth driven by consumer goods production and construction-related sectors. Read more
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