Voices
Contributors share their personal viewpoints on global trade, industry policy and corporate challenges.
Peter Fenkl
“It is vital to be present in diverse markets” Peter Fenkl, CEO of ZIEHL-ABEGG SE, on the balancing of international markets.
Dr. Volker Treier
Germany’s worldwide network of Chambers of Foreign Trade is growing, says Dr Volker Treier, Deputy Chief Executive of DIHK.
Dr. Gunther Kegel
Dr. Gunther Kegel, CEO of Pepperl+Fuchs, on the subject of current challenges and the role that Asia plays.
Dr. Nicole Hoffmeister Kraut
“Europe has to become faster and more effective” Dr. Nicole Hoffmeister-Kraut on partnership and competition with China.
Elżbieta Bieńkowska
“Strength in diversity” EU Commissioner Elżbieta Bieńkowska on the development of the industry clusters in Europe.
Dr. Robert Bauer
Dr. Robert Bauer, CEO of SICK AG, on the perspectives of Industry 4.0 in the ASEAN region.
Ralph Linde
Ralph Linde, Head of the Volkswagen Group Academy, on “Workforce Transformation” and corporate culture with digitization.
Per Thöresson
Ambassador Per Thöresson: “Co-Lab” means Partner Country of Hannover Messe 2019 Sweden’s social culture of innovation.
Dr. Eberhard Veit
Former CEO of FESTO Dr. Eberhard Veit is involved for many years with the Industry 4.0 platform.
Roland Bent
Roland Bent, Chief Technology Officer at Phoenix Contact, speaks on prospects for Industry 4.0 in China.
Philipp Harting
Philipp Harting of Harting Technologiegruppe: HARTING @ HANNOVER MESSE – A strong connection for 70 years.
Friedhelm Loh
Friedhelm Loh, owner and CEO of Rittal, on Hannover Messe as the launch pad of global success and future challenges.
Renate Pilz
Renate Pilz, owner of safety specialist Pilz on what values motivate her global teams and have lead to long-term success.
Michael Ziesemer
Michael Ziesemer, President of the German Electrical and Electronic Manufacturers’ Association (ZVEI), on Industry 4.0.
Mateusz Morawiecki
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Development and Finance of Poland, Mateusz Morawiecki, talks about the country.
Prof. Dr. Klaus Mangold
Prof. Dr. Klaus Mangold is present for years with Eastern Europe topics at HM. A conversation about his relation to Russia.
Shi Mingde
The Ambassador of P.R. China to Germany is sharing China’s opportunities with the world through the new Import Expo in Shanghai.
José Rogelio Garza Garza
The Undersecretary of Industry and Commerce of Mexico’s Economy Ministry on his country’s economic perspectives.
Michael Müller
The Governing Mayor of Berlin, Michael Müller, about Metropolitan Solutions and the positioning of Smart City Berlin.
Sultan bin Saeed Al Mansoori
The Minister of Economy of the United Arab Emirates on how SME can benefit from the UAE’s ambitious diversification programs.
Elżbieta Bieńkowska
Commissioner Elżbieta Bieńkowska on new EU programmes and incentives to support businesses.
Corina Cretu
Corina Cretu, EU-Commissioner for Regional Policy explains how EU is targeting the growth potential of the Danube region.
Albert Speer
Albert Speer, one of Germany’s best known urban planners, on international success and the future of urban planning.
Dr. Stefan Franzke
Dr. Stefan Franzke, CEO of Berlin Partner for Business and Technology, on the importance of startups for the German economy.