We host EMO Hannover, the world’s leading trade fair for production technology, twice in succession in the odd years in Hanover. It is held under the aegis of the European Association of the Machine Tool Industries (Cecimo). Every sixth year, the Italian machine tool association hosts EMO in Milan. The venue cycle for EMO is Hanover – Hanover – Milan – Hanover – Hanover – Milan.

Next event: 22 to 26 September 2025

Final report 2023: EMO Hannover 2023 once again scores with high internationality and innovative solutions for current challenges

With its clear focus, international approach and modern, hybrid trade fair concept, we make GrindingHub the new industry meeting place for grinding technology – from the industry for the industry. The strong team of VDW, Messe Stuttgart and SWISSMEM as the promotional supporter, will bundle industry and trade fair expertise and create the new leading trade fair for the grinding industry at the modern Stuttgart trade fair venue for the first time in 2022.

Next event: 05 to 08 May 2026

Final report 2024: “The perfect platform for exhibitors and customers from all over the world”

As the regional counterpart to EMO Hannover, VDW is presenting NORTEC in cooperation with Messe Stuttgart. This well-established event focused on production technology is scheduled to occur at the exhibition center in Hamburg. The new organizers aim to introduce fresh opportunities that will enhance NORTEC‘s impact, and accelerate technological advancement within the industry.

Next event: 03 to 05 February 2026

Final report 2024: “NORTEC is alive” – Trade Fair for Manufacturers lays a good foundation in 2024 for the new start