
VDMA: Robotics and automation industry faces challenges
The VDMA Robotics + Automation expects sales to fall by 5% to EUR 14.1 billion in 2026.
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The VDMA Robotics + Automation expects sales to fall by 5% to EUR 14.1 billion in 2026.

Managing Director Marc Luksch emphasizes that the future of connection technology lies in the integration of ready-to-connect systems.

The International Federation of Robotics reports on the five most important trends for the robotics industry in 2026.

With 1,900 employees, PI will form the new Positioning Division at Hoerbiger as an independent unit.

Ams Osram exceeded the middle of the forecast range in the fourth quarter of 2025 with revenue of EUR 874 million and an adjusted EBITDA margin of 18.4 percent.