Society

"Right to repair": a strong signal and valuable message for the trades.

The law promoting the repair of goods passed the Bundesrat (Federal Council) on July 10, 2026. The law transposes the EU directive into national law and is scheduled to come into force on July 31 for most purchase contracts concluded from the end of July 2026 onwards. Kurt Krautscheid, President of the Koblenz Chamber of Skilled Crafts, comments on the new "right to repair".

Smart meter rollout should be faster

The German government wants to accelerate the smart meter rollout in Germany and implement it two years earlier than previously planned. The ZVEH (Central Association of German Electrical and Information Technology Trades) welcomes this, but warns against shifting obligations from metering point operators to customers.

Reforestation of forests to preserve drinking water

Only a healthy, green forest can ensure a balanced water supply. However, persistently high temperatures and drought are currently putting forests under pressure. Since water is an essential source of life, Krombacher supports the preservation of stable forests with a large-scale reforestation program.

Photo: © Chris Wilson/Vandadundee

Panorama - Trip | Aug 2018

Dundee becomes an international design center

The Victoria & Albert Museum of Design opens on September 15 in Dundee, Scotland. This makes the museum the only V&A museum outside London.

Photo: © Tartine Bakery

Panorama - Company | Aug 2018

Virtual trip to the bakery

At this year's iba in Munich, the world's leading trade fair for bakery, confectionery and snacks, visitors can take virtual trips to bakeries all over the world.

Photo: © C. Reimann , www.nrw-tourismus.de

Panorama | Aug 2018

See and experience tango

The Tango Argentino Ball in Wuppertal is one of the largest tango cultural events in Europe. This year marks an anniversary.

Photo: © TÜV Nord

Panorama - Company | Aug 2018

Stay calm when traffic is at a standstill

Traffic jams on the highway: For many people, this is pure stress. TÜV Nord offers helpful tips.

Panorama | Aug 2018

Order of Merit for HWK Vice President Feuler

Awarded: Klaus Feuler, 69 years old, Vice President of the Dortmund Chamber of Crafts and the German Chamber of Crafts Association, received the Cross of Merit on Ribbon.

Photo: © Painting company Michael Huschens

Panorama | Aug 2018

Low emissions with 2 hp to the customer

It works! A little oatmeal, a carrot, and a few strokes. Nancy and Carry are already getting going. The diesel ban isn't going to slow the horses down!

Panorama | Aug 2018

State secrets in the Chancellor's bungalow

Initially, it was about the story of a secret part of a building in the heart of Bonn's government district. But then it became more... much more.

Panorama - Company | July 2018

Whipping egg whites for a good cause

The Tostedt-based bakery Weiß has come up with an alternative to the Ice Bucket Challenge. With the Protein Challenge, the bakers want to raise money for a bakery in Benin, West Africa.

Panorama | July 2018

YouTubers promote young butchers

The German Butchers' Association (DFV) collaborated with social media influencers to create a commercial. Influencers have a large following on social media.

Overview of scholarships for trainees

The theatre group is delighted with the new seating.

A scholarship to reach your career goal

"Right to repair": a strong signal and valuable message for the trades.

Accident insurance company revises inspection requirements for electrical installations

Economics Minister Ebling: "What matters is what arrives at the workshop."

Heimtextil 2027 realigns the carpet segment

Condominium: Neighbors must tolerate air conditioning

Accident insurance company revises inspection requirements for electrical installations

Economics Minister Ebling: "What matters is what arrives at the workshop."

EU Commission presents action plan for electrification

Smart meter rollout should be faster

Stylish fastback – the Peugeot 408

How Geely plans to conquer the German market

Uncharted: Subaru's first all-electric SUV

Opticians: Graduation ceremony with the Prime Minister

Vocational school classes awarded for creative ideas against violence

Reforestation of forests to preserve drinking water

Your craft. Your risk. Your protection.

Shop workwear smartly

Süffa with three focus topics at the pulse of the meat industry

Corporate award from "Vocational Training Without Borders"

Dundee becomes an international design center

Virtual trip to the bakery

See and experience tango

Stay calm when traffic is at a standstill

Order of Merit for HWK Vice President Feuler

Low emissions with 2 hp to the customer

State secrets in the Chancellor's bungalow

Whipping egg whites for a good cause

YouTubers promote young butchers