An exciting opening in 2025, EUROGUSS CHINA: The Casting Lounge event was successfully held at ZF in Jiading, Shanghai.
The event was jointly organized by NürnbergMesse China, SUpplyDU.com, with significant support from PME CHINA. It aimed to create an industry exchange platform by bringing together key groups, experts, and decision-makers to foster collaboration, share insights, explore new market opportunities, and drive technological innovation and development.
Latest Innovation Sharing by Executives
Additionally, leading Tier-1 automotive component suppliers and die-casting companies, including ZF, Magna International, Chongqing Yujiang Die Casting Co., Ltd., Kyokuto Automotive Technology (Shanghai）Co., Ltd., KPSNC, Alteams, and Jinguang Huihong Precision, participated.
A Rich and Engaging Agenda
As the first market activity of EUROGUSS CHINA in 2025, The Casting Lounge offered diverse and engaging content. Attendees visited ZF Shanghai Transmission in Jiading District to gain in-depth insights into its advanced production processes. The event also provided a platform for in-depth discussions between decision-makers from leading global die-casting companies.
Onsite Visit
Experience the Production Processes and Expertise
During the facility tour, participants observed the equipment and production lines of the world's second-largest automotive component supplier up close. Attendees highly praised the technical capabilities and efficiency of ZF Shanghai Transmission. The visit provided valuable real-world examples for industry leaders, inspiring profound reflections and forward-looking strategies for technological innovation.
Executive Dialogue
Key Topics discussed among Industry Leaders
In the technical exchange, decision-makers from leading companies engaged in a series of high-level dialogues on core industry topics.
Ms. Liu Yingjie, Head of Commodity Purchasing Casting AP, ZF Group, delivered a keynote speech on the challenges and opportunities for Chinese HPDC suppliers.
Mr. Darren Guo, Managing Director of NürnbergMesse China, extended warm greetings to attendees via a live stream from Germany.
Presentations and discussions followed from:
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Mr. Rene Hordijk, CEO of Frech China
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Mr. Zhang Xiaoyan, Director of Board (TZMC), Secretary General of Ningbo Mold Industry Association
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Mr. Chen Jiujian, General Manager of Ningbo Youmeiyi Technology
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Mr. Han Zhongyong, General Manager of Jiangsu SUMNIKEN Engineering & Technology
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Mr. Markus Winter, General Manager of Fondarex China
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Mr. Chen Yishan, TOOL-TEMP (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.
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Mr. Christian Kurtsiefer, CEO of KMA Environmental Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.
Speakers shared insights into innovations in critical technologies such as die-cast components, mold temperature controllers, and control systems. They also dived into frontier topics like Mega Casting and magnesium alloy materials.
The event provided a stage for showcasing innovation and a high-end platform for gathering industry wisdom and promoting exchanges of ideas. Participants expressed that the dialogues and exchanges offered valuable learning opportunities and clearer visions for the future development of the die-casting industry.
Dinner Party
Excitement Continues
Following the technical sessions, a dinner party provided an informal yet lively atmosphere for attendees to continue sharing insights and exploring collaboration opportunities. The evening deepened friendships and laid a solid foundation for future partnerships in the die-casting field.
Looking Ahead to a Bright Future for Die Casting
The success of EUROGUSS CHINA: The Casting Lounge not only demonstrated the industry's positive outlook on technological innovation and collaborative development but also injected new momentum into the global die-casting industry.
We look forward to welcoming more companies to join us in driving the prosperity of the die-casting industry.
