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: © Stephan Schütze

Panorama - Company | Aug 2025

DFB and Football Museum celebrate anniversary with free tickets

"Your team. Our history. An experience." Under this motto, the German Football Association and the German Football Museum invite all 140.000 football teams organized by the DFB to the Football Museum in Dortmund.

Photo: © bogdanhoda/123RF.com

Operations management | Aug 2025

Three new occupational diseases recognized

Damage to the rotator cuff of the shoulder caused by long-term, intensive strain is one of the three new additions to the list of occupational diseases. The BG Bau (German Construction Industry Insurance Association) offers preventive measures for construction workers.

Photo: © Robert Lüdenbach

Panorama - Company | Aug 2025

Craftsmanship meets literature: New book by Sandra Hunke

Craftswoman, mother, model, author. Sandra Hunke is a doer. It wasn't always this way. With her second book, the "construction girl" wants to encourage people who doubt their own talents due to external influences.

Photo: © AfH / Olaf Malzahn

Panorama - Company | Aug 2025

New specialists: 511 hearing care professionals acquitted in Lübeck

511 new hearing care professionals were officially certified in Lübeck. The three-year training program provides a solid foundation for qualified young professionals and opens up a wide range of opportunities for professional development.

Photo: © Joyn/Claudius Pflug

Panorama - Company | Aug 2025

The Great Bake Off: Master confectioner Rowena Redwanz is there

Koblenz-based pastry chef and HwK lecturer Rowena Redwanz will compete for the Golden Cupcake in the new season of "Das große Backen – Die Profis" on SAT.1. It premieres on July 2, 2025.

Photo: © The Real Life Guys

Panorama - Company | Aug 2025

Construction industry and YouTube stars want to promote young craftsmen

The German Construction Industry Association and The Real Life Guys are entering into a strategic partnership to promote skilled workers and show young people prospects in the construction trade.

Panorama - Company | July 2025

Barber Angels do hair at Wacken Open Air

The Barber Angels at Wacken Open Air: 40 barbers from Germany, Austria, Norway, and Spain cut the hair and beards of fans, stars, and crew for a good cause. The organization has just been honored again for its commitment.

Panorama | July 2025

Anniversary: 130 years of Škoda

From bicycles to motorcycles to cars – the Czech automobile manufacturer from Mladá Boleslav will celebrate its 130th anniversary in 2025.

Panorama | July 2025

How the tomato gets into the bottle

Tomatoes are used in many different ways in the kitchen. A glimpse into how the classic "salsa di pomodoro" is made in the southern Italian region of Basilicata – the traditional way.

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

Heimtextil 2027 realigns the carpet segment

Your craft. Your risk. Your protection.

Shop workwear smartly

Corporate award from "Vocational Training Without Borders"

DFB and Football Museum celebrate anniversary with free tickets

Three new occupational diseases recognized

Craftsmanship meets literature: New book by Sandra Hunke

New specialists: 511 hearing care professionals acquitted in Lübeck

The Great Bake Off: Master confectioner Rowena Redwanz is there

Construction industry and YouTube stars want to promote young craftsmen

Barber Angels do hair at Wacken Open Air

Anniversary: 130 years of Škoda

How the tomato gets into the bottle

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

Heimtextil 2027 realigns the carpet segment

Your craft. Your risk. Your protection.

Shop workwear smartly

Corporate award from "Vocational Training Without Borders"

DFB and Football Museum celebrate anniversary with free tickets

Three new occupational diseases recognized

Craftsmanship meets literature: New book by Sandra Hunke

New specialists: 511 hearing care professionals acquitted in Lübeck

The Great Bake Off: Master confectioner Rowena Redwanz is there

Construction industry and YouTube stars want to promote young craftsmen

Barber Angels do hair at Wacken Open Air

Anniversary: ​​130 years of Škoda

How the tomato gets into the bottle

Anniversary: 130 years of Škoda