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Valvitalia among the Italian companies participating in the Italy-Egypt business forum in Cairo.

President Salvatore Ruggeri: "Participation in the Forum confirms the value of the long-standing relationship with Egypt, consolidating a path of industrial collaboration and enhancing the capabilities of Italian industry." Chief Operating Officer Luca Ruggeri: "Egypt remains a key market for Valvitalia, with new opportunities linked to growing gas exports and strengthening collaboration between Italy and the North African country." Valvitalia participated in the Italy-Egypt Business Forum , held in Cairo, involving approximately 100 companies and over 600 professionals, including businesses and institutions from both countries. The event, which focused on sectors such as energy, green transition, infrastructure, and industrial technologies, was held with the aim of strengthening trade and investment, fostering new opportunities for collaboration. The Forum was held in the presence of Vice President of the Council of Ministers and Minister of Foreign Affairs Antonio Tajani , as part of the institutional mission aimed at consolidating the partnership between Italy and Egypt. Also in attendance were Minister of the Environment and Energy Security Gilberto Pichetto Fratin and Minister of Labor and Social Policies Marina Calderone. Participation in the event confirms the importance of the MENA (Middle East and North Africa) region in Valvitalia's business. Overall, orders from the area represent nearly 30% of the Group's bookings, confirming the region's importance for business development. Valvitalia has been present in Egypt for over ten years and has built a significant portfolio of installed solutions supporting the country's energy infrastructure. Salvatore Ruggeri , President of Valvitalia , commented: "Participation in the Italy-Egypt Business Forum confirms the value of the relationships Valvitalia has built over time with the country and its institutional and industrial partners. Our presence in Egypt demonstrates the ability of Italian industry to provide expertise, technology, and manufacturing capabilities to support infrastructure development. Strengthening relations between Italy and Egypt is therefore an important step towards consolidating a long-term industrial collaboration." Luca Ruggeri , Chief Commercial Officer of Valvitalia, commented: "Egypt confirms its central role in our internationalization strategy. The evolution of the Egyptian energy system and, in particular, the investments aimed at strengthening gas export capacity open up new prospects for Valvitalia in a sector that represents our core business. The Mattei Plan also contributes to strengthening the framework of collaboration between the two countries and creating new development opportunities for Italian companies." In 2025, trade between Italy and Egypt reached 5.9 billion euros, an 11.7% increase compared to the previous year, while in the first five months of 2026 it recorded a further 7.5% increase. The growing collaboration between the two countries is also supported by the Mattei Plan , which identifies Egypt among the focus countries and priority partners.

Made in Steel 2027 strengthens its international dimension: Kallanish and SMR partner to bring the global debate on steel to Milan

From market analysis and trade flows to geopolitics and the green transition: the next edition expands the content program and introduces new formats for dialogue and in-depth analysis. Made in Steel 2027 brings a global discussion on the future of the steel industry to Fiera Milano. For the 2027 edition, the event, organized by siderweb in conjunction with Fiera Milano, has chosen to strengthen its international reach with two exclusive partnerships with Kallanish and SMR - Steel & Metals Market Research . The goal is to further expand the event's content offering and bring a global perspective to the program on the markets, commercial dynamics, and transformations reshaping the steel industry. "Made in Steel increasingly aims to be a place where the international steel industry can meet and exchange ideas," says Paolo Morandi, CEO of Made in Steel and siderweb. "The partnership with Kallanish and SMR goes precisely in this direction: bringing international expertise, analysis, and perspectives to Milan, creating opportunities for dialogue that can help operators understand an increasingly interconnected and complex market." "The European steel industry, " he adds, " is undergoing a profound transformation, in which competitiveness, trade, energy, decarbonization, and geopolitics are inseparable issues. Made in Steel aims to be a space where these dimensions can be addressed together, bringing together those who produce, process, and use steel, those who analyze scenarios, and those who define the rules." A new series of sessions dedicated to international markets, organized by Kallanish , will focus on three key areas shaping the steel industry: "Global Steel Market Outlook," "Trade and Competitiveness," and "The Future of Steel Production." Participants can choose to take one, two, or all three modules, which will cover global market developments, the changing trade and regulatory environment, and the future of steel production, from raw materials to artificial intelligence and digitalization. SMR - Steel & Metals Market Research is a market research firm specializing in stainless steel and specialty steels, led by Markus Moll. It will organize a conference dedicated to the global markets for carbon and alloy engineering steels, bearing steels, free-cutting steels, and tool steels. The program will provide insights into the global supply structure, trade flows and market volumes, and end-use demand by segment, including 10-year forecasts. The program will also include a global comparison of production costs and an assessment of geopolitical trends and their impact on the engineering steel industry. The new international partnerships will complement the already extensive Made in Steel conference program, curated by siderweb. Entrepreneurs, managers, experts, and representatives of the main industry associations will be invited to discuss issues affecting the future of Italian and European steel. Speakers will also include representatives of Assofermet, Eurofer, Eurometal, and Federacciai, as well as representatives of Italian and European institutions . New formats for dialogue and in-depth analysis The program's evolution also extends to content production and delivery. Made in Steel 2027 will go beyond the traditional conference format: among the new features, a live video-podcast station will be available, designed as an open space for meeting with industry professionals and as a place for content production during the event. The siderweb editorial team will engage in ongoing dialogue with representatives of the Italian and international steel supply chain, gathering testimonials, analyses, and perspectives directly from those attending Made in Steel. The production of podcasts, already part of siderweb's editorial offering, will also continue, strengthening the connection between the physical experience of the event and the digital enjoyment of its content. One of the new features of 2027 will be the arrival at Fiera Milano of “The Green Steel Challenge” , the podcast produced by the Willy Korf Foundation and Kallanish Commodities, which will make live recordings during the event. A new dimension for Made in Steel Made in Steel 2027 will increasingly be the place where the steel industry looks to the world to understand where it is going and to identify the next direction to follow. The partnerships with Kallanish and SMR are part of the event's broader growth path : the twelfth edition of Made in Steel, scheduled for 11, 12 and 13 May 2027 at Fiera Milano , presents itself with a renewed layout and expanded spaces in pavilions 8, 12 and 16 , designed to welcome an ever-increasing number of companies and promote visibility, networking and business opportunities along the entire steel supply chain. Following the growth of the 2025 edition, which attracted over 19,000 attendees and nearly 400 companies from all over the world, Made in Steel is looking to 2027 with the aim of further consolidating its role as a European platform for discussion, innovation, and development for the sector. Made in Steel is the international conference and exhibition dedicated to the steel industry. It is organized by siderweb - the steel community alongside Fiera Milano. Made in Steel is a conference and exhibition. It offers opportunities for business and reflection, networking and learning. It is both an exhibition showcase and a cultural hub that, with conferences, forums, and roundtables, aims to foster competitive collaboration and the exchange of information, essential elements for business growth. Since 2023, Made in Steel has been certified for sustainable event design and management according to the ISO20121 standard. siderweb - The Steel Community is the only online publication in Italy dedicated entirely to the steel industry. It is a point of reference for industry professionals, thanks to its simple style, focus on in-depth analysis, and objectivity. Since 2009, it has been tracking the prices of raw materials and steel products on the national market every week, now numbering over 60, using a method certified by the Laboratory of Statistics, Data, Methods, and Systems at the University of Brescia. Since 2022, it has published five weekly indices for scrap, carbon steel, long and flat products, and stainless steel. Since 2005, it has organized Made in Steel, the international Conference & Exhibition dedicated to the steel industry, and structured its contents: conferences, interviews, and outlooks.

METAL SHOW & TIB evolves with the market and becomes DIGITAL METAL & TIB

The market demands digitalization, and ROMEXPO is responding with a major strategic repositioning. Starting with the 2027 edition, the METAL SHOW & TIB trade fair becomes DIGITAL METAL & TIB, an important step for the entire industry and a clear signal of alignment with international standards in the sector.The decision stems from ongoing dialogue with exhibitors and partners over previous editions, whose market signals were clear: the metal industry can no longer be viewed separately from the digital transformation that is redefining production chains, maintenance, logistics, and business models globally today. We listened to this message and rethought the event concept from the ground up — not just as a rebranding, but as a fundamental repositioning of the target audience, the exhibition content, and the value proposition for participants.DIGITAL METAL & TIB aims to become Romania's reference platform for companies undergoing digital transformation, including industrial automation, robotics, predictive maintenance, Industry 4.0, systems integration, and software solutions for production. This is a natural alignment with the direction already adopted by major European trade fairs in the field, and an opportunity for local players to remain competitive in an increasingly internationalized market.A key element of the new concept is the convergence between the metal community and the TIB community. The two ecosystems, complementary by nature, will operate under a single umbrella brand, with an integrated exhibition format, shared thematic areas, and a networking program specifically designed to facilitate cross-industry partnerships."We have closely followed feedback from companies over recent editions, and we clearly understood the direction: the industry needs an event that speaks the language of digitalization, not just product display. DIGITAL METAL & TIB is our answer to this need — a format built for today's company: connected, technologically advanced, and oriented toward international standards," says Oana Netbai, Commercial Director of ROMEXPO.The rebranding, in fact, marks the maturation of an entire exhibition segment. DIGITAL METAL & TIB will bring together manufacturers, technology suppliers, systems integrators, and industry specialists in a setting dedicated to innovation, know-how transfer, and cross-sector collaboration, positioning Romania closer to the trends shaping the industry globally.ROMEXPO organizes the event, and it will take place from May 11–14, 2027, at ROMEXPO, Bucharest. Interested companies are invited to budget early for their participation in DIGITAL METAL & TIB to benefit from the best exhibition conditions and optimal positioning within the event's new concept.

Not just another marketplace: A-Z Maschinenwelt launches its own online auctions of used machinery with auctionz

On auctionz.de, the Weinstadt-based machinery dealer will be auctioning exclusively machines he owns from September 2026 – the first auctions will end at the beginning of October. AZ Maschinenwelt GmbH, headquartered in Weinstadt near Stuttgart, is launching auctionz (auctionz.de), its international online auction platform for used industrial and production machinery, in September 2026. Unlike most auction portals, only company-owned machinery and equipment will be auctioned. With auctionz, AZ Maschinenwelt has consciously chosen not to act as a marketplace or intermediary for third-party sellers, remaining what it has always been: a machinery dealer with a personal relationship with its customers, who is personally responsible for its goods. The first auctions will close in early October 2026. TRANSPARENCY INSTEAD OF ANONYMITY Many auction platforms in the machinery trade operate as mere intermediaries. Buyers often don't know exactly who is behind the goods they're offering or who is responsible for any technical questions they may have. At auctionz, things are different: every machine offered has been personally inspected by the team, examined, photographed, and truthfully described. From the initial technical question to purchase and payment, through to disassembly, loading, customs documentation, and export management, buyers have a direct contact. Thomas Reichelt, managing director, AZ Maschinenwelt GmbH: The market doesn't need another platform where anyone can list anything. And that's exactly what we don't want to be. We remain machinery dealers: we buy the goods ourselves, we know our machines, and we personally answer for what we offer. With auctionz, we're simply using a new means to market machinery even more transparently and internationally—without sacrificing personal responsibility. Adnan Saeed, founder and managing director, AZ Maschinenwelt GmbH: We don't sell any machine we haven't seen with our own eyes. Thomas or I personally stand in front of every machine before it goes to auction. What we photograph and describe corresponds to the condition the buyer will find—that's what we want to be judged on. INSOLVENCY, CESSATION OF BUSINESS AND SURPLUS MACHINES The machines up for auction originate from insolvencies, company and plant closures, restructurings, and excess inventory, as well as from the purchase of entire machine parks and production sites by AZ Maschinenwelt. The offering is aimed at medium-sized manufacturing companies, international machinery dealers, workshops, and industrial end customers worldwide.• Conventional machine tools• CNC machines and machining centers• Complete production plants• Metalworking• Woodworking• Plastics technology• Measurement technique• Compressors and compressed air• Warehouse and factory logistics• Workshop and company equipment HOW AUCTIONS WORK Auctions are conducted entirely digitally. Upon request, an automated bidding agent will raise the bid up to the maximum amount set; if bids are placed shortly before the closing time, the auction is automatically extended. A 9 percent commission is added to the hammer price. Any disassembly and loading costs are shown separately and transparently, as are any transferred cost items, without any additional margin. Even after the auction has been awarded, AZ Maschinenwelt provides comprehensive support to its customers, upon request including the entire handling of BAFA paperwork, export, and customs documents, up to the machine's collection. PLATFORM LAUNCH: September 2026 FIRST AUCTIONS END : Early October 2026 FORMAT : Fully digital online auctions with bidding agent and automatic extension CONDITIONS : 9% commission on the hammer price; dismantling/loading as costs transferred without markup SERVICES : Personal contacts; BAFA, export and customs management up to collection URL : www.auctionz.de WHO IS AZ MASCHINENWELT? AZ Maschinenwelt was founded in 2011 by Adnan Saeed and has operated as a limited company since 2025, headquartered in Weinstadt near Stuttgart. The company trades in used industrial and production machinery internationally, handles complete company liquidations, and handles disassembly, logistics, and warehousing. Approximately 20 employees work at the Weinstadt (administration) and Weilheim an der Teck (warehouse and showroom) locations; sales are conducted in Europe, North America, Asia, and other global markets. Since January 2025, Thomas Reichelt has led the company alongside Adnan Saeed. Further information is available at www.az-maschinenwelt.com and www.auctionz.de.

New production route: Turkey

MAKTEK Eurasia 2026: Uniting Global Industry in Istanbul. As the global manufacturing landscape continues to evolve, several factors, including rising cost pressures, supply chain disruptions, and geopolitical uncertainties, are impacting the trajectory of industrial investments. As companies increasingly seek production facilities that are not only safer and more accessible, but also more sustainable, Turkey is emerging as a key player in this transformation of manufacturing hubs. With the vision "Turkey is Fundamental," MAKTEK Eurasia 2026 positions Turkey not only as a regional manufacturing hub but also as a key strategic production base for global industry. Turkey is creating an important manufacturing and trade link between Europe and Asia, distinguishing itself as a preferred option for international investors thanks to its logistical advantages, advanced industrial infrastructure, skilled workforce, and competitive cost structure. Organized by Tüyap Fair Group in collaboration with TİAD (Association of Machine Tool Industrialists and Entrepreneurs) and with the support of MİB (Turkish Machinery Manufacturers Association) and the Ministry of Commerce of the Republic of Turkey, MAKTEK Eurasia 2026 will be held from September 28 to October 3, 2026, at Tüyap Fair and Convention Center in Istanbul. Turkey's strategic strength in the emerging manufacturing landscape While rising energy costs, labor market pressures, and declining production capacity in Europe are pushing manufacturers to explore alternative markets, growing supply chain risks in Asia are amplifying the demand for secure production hubs. At this critical juncture, Turkey stands out for its robust logistics infrastructure, rapid accessibility, flexible manufacturing capabilities, and strong export potential. Its strategic geographic location facilitates simultaneous access to the European, Middle Eastern, North African, and Central Asian markets, positioning Turkey as a key player in the ever-evolving global manufacturing landscape. MAKTEK Eurasia 2026 is positioning itself as a key event in the global trade landscape, sending a strong message: Turkey is at the forefront of the future of manufacturing. "MORE": Next-generation manufacturing technologies This year, the fair embraces a dynamic motto encapsulated in a single, powerful word: "MORE." Focused on faster, more efficient, more precise, and more intelligent manufacturing, MAKTEK Eurasia 2026 will bring together a wide range of technological solutions, including CNC systems, robotic innovations, digital manufacturing platforms, and sustainable production methodologies, attracting industry professionals. Key topics on the agenda include Industry 4.0 and 5.0 applications, digital twin technologies, and data-driven production models, demonstrating the cutting-edge advances in manufacturing processes. Akyüz: A momentous event that will shape the future of the industry Murat Akyüz, Chairman of the Board of Directors of TİAD, stated that MAKTEK Eurasia goes far beyond the mere exhibition space, emphasizing its role as a key strategic platform for shaping the future of the industry, and added: " MAKTEK Eurasia is one of the most comprehensive meeting points in Turkey and the entire region for machine tools and manufacturing technologies. This event represents a vital platform that facilitates the expansion of our companies into new markets, strengthening their competitiveness and increasing their global visibility ." Ersözlü: Bringing Turkey's engineering prowess and manufacturing strength to the world! İlhan Ersözlü, General Manager of Tüyap, emphasized that MAKTEK Eurasia represents one of the most important platforms for demonstrating Turkey's manufacturing capabilities internationally, stating: MAKTEK Eurasia has established itself as a leading event in the manufacturing technology sector, not only in Turkey but also across the wider Eurasian region. The event attracts participants and visitors from diverse geographies, facilitating vital interactions within the industry on a global scale. By offering companies access to international markets, this organization plays a crucial role in showcasing Turkey's manufacturing capabilities and engineering excellence to the world. In this context, MAKTEK Eurasia stands out not only as a trade fair, but as a leading organization where manufacturing technologies converge globally . İğrek: A Powerful Interaction Hub Promoting Sustainable Growth Osman Fatih İğrek, Chairman of the Board of Directors of MİB, emphasized that MAKTEK Eurasia plays a pivotal role in driving the progress of the machinery manufacturing industry and noted: " The machinery manufacturing sector represents a key strategic area for industrial development. Strengthening the sector's capabilities can only be achieved through the simultaneous advancement of technology, production capacity, and collaboration. MAKTEK Eurasia will continue to be one of the leading organizations that not only consolidates the existing landscape but also shapes the future of the machinery manufacturing sector ." Beyond the traditional fair: MAKTEKVERSE In 2026, MAKTEK Eurasia will evolve beyond traditional product displays into an interactive experiential platform under the MAKTEKVERSE concept. This new format will include the Tech-Force Area, which will showcase innovative projects and advanced manufacturing solutions aimed at students, young engineers, and startups. Additionally, the Effect-Force Area will host industry leaders who will share their knowledge and insights. Among the most important knowledge-sharing events in the Effect-Force Area, the "CNC Machine Tools Panel," moderated by mechanical engineer M. Sinan Çalık, will be a keynote event during the fair.

“90 Minutes with...” At 35.BI-MU the two Forums on Aerospace & Defense and Energy

35.BI-MU – the leading Italian event dedicated to the industry manufacturing metal-cutting and metal-forming machine tools, robots, automation, digital and additive manufacturing, auxiliary and enabling technologies – will, as per tradition, combine the exhibition offering with a program of meetings and thematic insights aimed at operators attending the fair, hosted on October 14th and 15th in the BI-MUpiù arena . Throughout the exhibition, from 13 to 16 October at Fieramilano Rho , the pavilions will host one-on-one discussions, performances, cultural insights and conferences dedicated to the sector. The heart of this program will be the BI-MUpiù events arena (Hall 24, Stand C47), which this year, among other initiatives – curated by the organizers and exhibitors – will host two thematic forums dedicated to some of the most dynamic sectors in terms of investment and innovation: Aerospace & Defense and Energy , scheduled for Wednesday 14 and Thursday 15 October respectively. Thanks to these Forums, BI-MU will broaden its horizons and will be able to offer operators present at the fair, through the direct voice of some production operations directors of leading companies in these sectors, a timely discussion on the technologies needed today and for the future: the most interesting business opportunities for exhibitors . The events will feature discussions between representatives of some of the leading large, medium, and small businesses, covering the broad spectrum of companies in the key sectors involved. “90 minutes with the world of Aerospace & Defense” is the title of the first Forum scheduled for Wednesday, October 14th at 10:00 a.m. Speakers at the meeting will include Carlo Fenoglio , Executive Manufacturing Engineer Management at Avio Aero; Tiziano Pegorin , Director of the Turin plant at Thales Alenia Space; Carmine Schips , General Manager of OMA; Valentina Pedretti , Member of the Board of Directors of PMP; and Luca Carafa , General Manager of CARAFA. The second Forum, entitled “90 minutes with the world of Energy” , scheduled for Thursday 15 October at 10.00 am, will bring together Valerio Maffi , General Manager of Cavagna Group, Manuel Cortinovis , CEO of GFM, Alessandro Montagner , Commercial Director of BFR Meccanica, and Osvaldo Finazzi , President of Osvaldo Finazzi. The challenges facing the current era, the main production process needs of companies operating in these sectors, and the specific demands placed on production technology suppliers are some of the questions the guests at the two round tables will address. Participation in both Forums is free for all event visitors . The meetings will also be livestreamed on bimu.it.