Hannover Messe 2026: Industry Focuses on Armaments Business

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Military expenditures are increasing worldwide, especially in Europe. This also shows a change in companies that have not so far been part of the armaments industry at the Hannover Messe.

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For the first time, the world's largest industrial show also presents weapons technology – a signal for the change of course in Germany's industrial policy. Rheinmetall is one of the largest profiteersFor the first time, the world's largest industrial show also presents weapons technology – a signal for the change of course in Germany's industrial policy. Rheinmetall is one of the largest profiteers

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Since 1947, the Hannover Messe has been held annually. During this time, it has become one of the most important trade fairs of the manufacturing industry. This year, for the first time, arms companies are also represented, followed by protest. Since Sunday, as every year, the Hannover Messe has been running. Even in the international context, it is one of the most relevant industrial fairs. Under the motto "Industrial Transformation" this year,…