New VDMA Battery Production Executive Board aims to consolidate Europe's position in mechanical and plant engineering.
Standardized interfaces and flexible production concepts are essential for battery production and Industry 4.0. The VDMA and VDA are promoting this through a Joint Working Group.
Engineering sector now biggest customer for first time: Last year, the German machine tool industry supplied around 27 percent of its production to the automotive industry and its suppliers.
The study "Battery Manufacturing 2030: Collaborating at Warp Speed" by Porsche Consulting on behalf of the VDMA provides groundbreaking insights for European companies that offer production solutions for battery manufacturing.
In its EV Outlook 2023, the IEA presents current trends in the global EV market. This has continued to grow strongly over the past year and is driving further innovation.