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"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: © rg

Panorama - Trip | March 2026

Storm height in fog and snow

Seemingly endless winding narrow country roads, fields and meadows bordered by dry stone walls, where mainly sheep graze and the hustle and bustle of metropolitan Manchester is far away: a visit to the Yorkshire Dales in the footsteps of the Brontës.

Photo: © Susanne Freitag

Panorama - Trip | March 2026

A total work of art in the Atlantic Ocean

Lanzarote: The artist, architect and visionary César Manrique shaped the Canary Island and made it a model for sustainable tourism.

Photo: © princeph/123RF.com

Panorama - Trip | March 2026

"The potential to make luxury travel sustainable is there."

Professor Dr. Harald Zeiss is the founder of the Institute for Sustainable Tourism (Inatour) and director of the Institute for Tourism Research at Harz University of Applied Sciences. Author Susanne Freitag spoke with him about sustainability in luxury tourism.

Photo: © ZDH/BILDSCHÖN/Boris Trenkel

Panorama - Company | March 2026

Prize for Craftsmanship History: Four outstanding projects awarded

Every two years, the German Confederation of Skilled Crafts (ZDH) awards the "Prize for Crafts History". In 2026, there were four winners who were honored for their special contributions to the history of crafts.

Photo: © Thomas Plettenberg

Panorama | March 2026

Miss and Mister Crafts 2026 have been elected

The decision was made at the ZUKUNFT HANDWERK trade fair in the late afternoon of March 4th: Emily Maichle is Miss Handwerk 2026, Maximilian Buerger is Mister Handwerk 2026.

Photo: © niekrasova/123RF.com

Panorama - Trip | March 2026

Lanzarote – an island that lives responsibility

You don't notice it immediately. Lanzarote doesn't clamor for attention. The island lies there, still, rugged, almost timeless. Black lava, wind, little greenery. And yet it is full of life, full of ideas, and full of people who understand that the future means responsibility.

Panorama - Trip | March 2026

Groningen: Lively, laid-back and wide awake

Cozy yet in tune with the rhythm of a vibrant city. Groningen is rich in cultural and endearing encounters and impressively underlines its slogan: "There's nothing above Groningen."

Panorama - Trip | February 2026

Mister Handwerk conquers Budapest: A weekend full of experiences

Budapest is perfect for a guys' weekend. After a failed attempt, Mister Handwerk 2023 was finally able to explore a city with a colleague that has so much to offer, from natural thermal baths and wonderful historical architecture to a vibrant urban nightlife.

Panorama | February 2026

Hangover mood: Ten tips to combat discomfort

There is no such thing as healthy alcohol consumption. The North Rhine Chamber of Pharmacists explains what to do if you do happen to drink too much.

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"

Storm height in fog and snow

A total work of art in the Atlantic Ocean

"The potential to make luxury travel sustainable is there."

Prize for Craftsmanship History: Four outstanding projects awarded

Miss and Mister Crafts 2026 have been elected

Lanzarote – an island that lives responsibility

Groningen: Lively, laid-back and wide awake

Mister Handwerk conquers Budapest: A weekend full of experiences

Hangover mood: Ten tips to combat discomfort