Precision meets digital innovation as Kellenberger heads to AMB 2026 in Stuttgart with a lineup spanning three machine highlights: the high-speed SP42 hard turning machine, the modular K100 universal cylindrical grinder, and a fully integrated Digital Twin of the TM300 turn-mill center, developed with Siemens and making its first appearance at the show. T

Existing roll grinders are becoming the focus of a deeper collaboration between Pomini Tenova and Siemens. The partners are combining process expertise, CNC technology, automation and digital tools to modernise machines for higher productivity, predictive maintenance and increasingly autonomous operation.

Germany’s machine tool industry is showing early signs of stabilization after a prolonged investment slowdown, but global market dynamics are shifting further in China’s favour.

Italian machine tool orders declined sharply in the second quarter of 2026, as weaker domestic and export demand reflected geopolitical uncertainty and subdued investment activity.

At AMB 2026 in Stuttgart, Paul Horn will demonstrate its precision tooling range live on three machine tools, spanning standard products, bespoke solutions and new innovations.

German machine tool manufacturer Walter Maschinenbau has announced the launch of two world-premiers at AMB and IMTS. The company also offers a digital trade-fair review for everybody who cannot attend in person.

At its upcoming Open House in Pfronten, DMG Mori will showcase more than 40 machines and over 20 automation solutions, highlighting 5-axis machining, scalable automation and integrated production concepts designed to deliver high precision, productivity and flexibility across a wide range of manufacturing applications.

A first rise in orders is giving Germany’s machine tool builders some breathing space. But weak investment, lower capacity utilisation and falling exports show that the sector is still far from a sustained recovery.

Artificial intelligence is to lead Taiwan's machine tool industry towards a dual digital and green transformation. The aim is to become a "collective intelligence" and a reliable partner for everyone.

Riccardo Rosa has been re-appointed president of Ucimu-Sistemi per Produrre for the 2026–2027 term. He will lead the Italian machine tool, robotics and automation association with the support of three vice-presidents and a newly confirmed governing team.