In early February the fourth symposium on the casting of chassis and body components took place in Germany. In addition to specialist presentations with a broad range of topics, the programme included a discussion round on the current challenges facing the industry.

The panel discussion at the 10th VDI Symposium "Casting Technology in Engine Construction" took place according to the theme "Strategic Challenges of the Foundry Industry through Shifts in Value Chains in the Mobility Sector".