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Operations Management | September 2026

Münster: Carpooling to the master craftsman school or inter-company training center

Fuel prices are higher than ever. Carpooling is a good option for master craftsmen and apprentices traveling to their training courses. The Münster Chamber of Skilled Crafts has launched a partnership with the provider RideBee.

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Chamber of Skilled Crafts of Saarland | September 2026

HWK is a partner in the "Alliance for Circular Construction"

The Saarland focuses on resource-efficient and economical construction.

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Chamber of Skilled Crafts of Saarland | September 2026

Crafts Day on 17 September

This year's "Day of Crafts" will take place on September 17th at Saarbrücken Castle Square. The focus will be on career guidance.

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Chamber of Skilled Crafts of Saarland | September 2026

Certificate of honor for 80 years of craft history

Günter Gutherl GmbH from Lebach is celebrating an impressive 80-year company history this year.

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Mobility | September 2026

70 years of safety: Light and vision test 2026

The German Association of Motor Vehicle Trades (ZDK), the Federal Guild Association of Motor Vehicle Trades (BIV-Kfz) and the German Road Safety Association (DVW) are once again calling for participation in the annual road safety campaign in October.

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Operations Management | September 2026

imm cologne is reorganizing its offerings

With a realignment of the sub-brands "Global Sourcing" and "Retail Furniture", imm cologne 2027 aims to respond even more strongly to the needs of exhibitors and visitors.

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Operations Management | September 2026

Münster: Carpooling to the master craftsman school or inter-company training center

Fuel prices are higher than ever. Carpooling is a good option for master craftsmen and apprentices traveling to their training courses. The Münster Chamber of Skilled Crafts has launched a partnership with the provider RideBee.

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Operations Management | September 2026

Flat-rate energy price: Taxation is constitutional

The taxation of the flat-rate energy price allowance, which was available through employers in autumn 2022, is constitutional. The Federal Fiscal Court ruled that the different treatment of mini-jobbers was justified.

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Crafts policy | September 2026

Volunteering fosters community spirit

This year's "Volunteering in Crafts NRW" event focused on tradespeople who are also involved in community service outside of their professional work. Seven volunteers presented their activities.

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Crafts policy | September 2026

Loss of skills jeopardizes career entry

Following the poor results of the latest PISA study, the skilled trades sector is appealing to the federal and state governments to make proven support programs permanent. School education must lay a solid foundation for starting a career.

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Crafts policy | September 2026

Packaging Ordinance: Tradespeople want practical rules

As the consultation period for the implementing act on extended producer responsibility of the EU Packaging Regulation comes to an end, the ZDH is advocating for changes to avoid overburdening businesses.

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Crafts policy | September 2026

ZDH calls for reforms with "record impact"

The German government is planning record spending in its draft budget for next year. The skilled trades sector continues to demand structural reforms. They argue that simply increasing funding will not guarantee the competitiveness of the German economy.

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Mobility | September 2026

70 years of safety: Light and vision test 2026

The German Association of Motor Vehicle Trades (ZDK), the Federal Guild Association of Motor Vehicle Trades (BIV-Kfz) and the German Road Safety Association (DVW) are once again calling for participation in the annual road safety campaign in October.

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Commercial vehicles | September 2026

ID. Buzz with all-wheel drive and extended cargo variant

Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles is expanding the ID. Buzz range with new all-wheel drive and cargo variants, a larger battery, smarter software and digital services.

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Electric drives | September 2026

The new Dacia Spring: Affordable electric mobility for you

In its new iteration, the Dacia Spring has only retained the name of its predecessor. It has become longer and wider – a tribute to customer wishes.

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Mobility | September 2026

70 years of safety: Light and vision test 2026

The German Association of Motor Vehicle Trades (ZDK), the Federal Guild Association of Motor Vehicle Trades (BIV-Kfz) and the German Road Safety Association (DVW) are once again calling for participation in the annual road safety campaign in October.

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Travel | September 2026

Ehrenbreitstein Cultural Centre: Experience the exhibition "Land of Creativity"

For the first time, a permanent exhibition at the Ehrenbreitstein Fortress Cultural Centre focuses on the development of a country over a period of 200 years. Visitors encounter women and men who bring this historical development to life.

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Travel | September 2026

Emilia-Romagna: The Art of Living Well

The Marconi Express takes you from Bologna Airport to the train station in the capital of Emilia-Romagna in seven minutes. From there, a delightful cultural journey begins with Trenitalia Tper trains.

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Trade fairs for the skilled trades | September 2026

imm cologne is reorganizing its offerings

With a realignment of the sub-brands "Global Sourcing" and "Retail Furniture", imm cologne 2027 aims to respond even more strongly to the needs of exhibitors and visitors.

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Volunteering is a matter of honor | September 2026

Volunteering fosters community spirit

This year's "Volunteering in Crafts NRW" event focused on tradespeople who are also involved in community service outside of their professional work. Seven volunteers presented their activities.

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Image campaign: Join us! | September 2026

Paralympic star Markus Rehm: New face of the crafts campaign

Markus Rehm is a Paralympic champion, an orthopaedic mechanic, and one of four new ambassadors for the nationwide campaign of the skilled trades: "Career with feeling".

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Digital Craftsmanship | September 2026

Smart surveillance with energy-autonomous cameras

Industry 4.0: Monitoring construction sites without a power supply is a challenge for businesses. The solution lies in special cameras powered by solar or fuel cell technology, enabling them to operate independently of energy sources around the clock.

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Mobility - Electric Drives | July 2017

An electric car from the post office

Deutsche Post is joining the auto industry. Starting in the fall, the electric transporter, known as the "Work," will also be available for purchase by other companies.

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Mobility | June 2017

Mazda's best horse in the stable

Five years after its world premiere, Mazda's CX-5 is entering its second generation. The Japanese brand has further refined its looks, technology, and comfort.

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Mobility - Electric Drives | June 2017

Electric cars: clean, quiet and environmentally friendly

Everyone knows them, but hardly anyone drives them – electric cars. But for those willing to try something new, they offer an exciting mobility alternative to the combustion engine.

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Mobility - Electric Drives | June 2017

Electric drive: Back to the future

It's hard to believe: The electric motor is older than the combustion engine. Only the discussion about increasingly scarce resources and environmental protection has led to a renaissance of this emission-free drive system.

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Mobility - Electric Drives | June 2017

Trump card electromobility

Companies can help shape the trend toward more electric vehicles. The tax authorities now sponsor electric mobility for employees. Employers and employees benefit equally.

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Mobility - Electric Drives | June 2017

When an electric car pays off

High acquisition costs, but low consumption costs. The Öko-Institut has developed an online cost calculator for electromobility.

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Mobility - Electric Drives | June 2017

Just download Up!

With the E-Load Up!, the Hanover-based Volkswagen has an electrically powered commercial vehicle in its model catalog – albeit a very small one.

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Mobility - Commercial Vehicles | May 2017

Ford Transit Connect: Compact panel van

It has plenty of space and looks good too: the Ford Transit Connect is suitable for business and family.

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Mobility - Commercial Vehicles | May 2017

Ford Transit Custom: Flexible delivery professional

The Ford Transit Custom makes life easier for tradespeople – a van made for everyday use on construction sites and as a mobile workshop.