When? 20. – 21.01.2027
Where? nhow Frankfurt , Brüsseler Str. 1-3, 60327 Frankfurt am Main
The Leadership Forum for the Die Casting Industry
The die casting industry is entering a new era. Global competition, transformation and evolving market requirements are reshaping the industry. At the same time, new growth opportunities are emerging beyond traditional automotive applications, particularly in robotics, aerospace, defense and other future-oriented markets. The Executive Circle brings together industry leaders to explore these developments, exchange perspectives and discuss new business opportunities across the die casting value chain.
What is the Executive Circle?
Executive Exchange
An exclusive forum that brings together decision-makers and industry leaders from across the entire die-casting value chain to share perspectives, analyse current developments and discuss their positioning in the global market.
Curated Dialogue
Moderated discussions and executive dialogues create a professional environment that encourages open dialogue about experiences, assessments and ideas, and provides valuable, practical insights for the future.
Strategic Perspectives
Targeted workshops, keynote speeches and high-profile panel discussions offer strategic insights into industry developments, market trends and innovations, and provide valuable impetus for the further development of your business.
Economic transformations present a huge challenge for businesses in Europe. They are not only a threat, but also a major opportunity to become global leaders in key technology sectors and to develop new strengths. Politicians and businesses must act more swiftly and boldly to seize this opportunity.
“The Executive Circle gives us the opportunity to discuss solutions with leading suppliers across the entire supply chain for die-cast components. It is up to us to make even greater use of these events in future to build strong partnerships.”
‘The Executive Circle is a unique platform for executives across the European die-casting industry to exchange ideas. I particularly value the opportunity to discuss current challenges and forward-looking strategies with key players in the sector. This dialogue has already led to concrete initiatives.’
The Executive Circle 2027 brings together leading industry representatives to understand the changes taking place, identify opportunities and define the key actions to be taken.
Five questions every executive should answer:
- Where will future growth come from?
- Which technologies will shape the industry?
- How can Europe remain competitive?
- What skills will we need in the future?
- Which decisions can no longer be postponed?
Format
In addition to keynote speeches and panel discussions in the main plenary session, the Executive Circle is deliberately designed to accommodate smaller groups and facilitate personal interaction. This includes Executive Dialogues and targeted networking formats. The focus is on sharing experiences and individual perspectives.
Who is the Executive Circle intended for?
- CEOs and Managing Directors
- Managing Directors of die-casting foundries
- Senior executives from OEMs and Tier 1 companies
- Those responsible for strategy, innovation, technology, procurement and production
- Selected decision-makers across the European die-casting value chain
Participation
The Executive Circle is an exclusive event for C-level decision-makers. We reserve the right to cancel registrations that do not meet the participation requirements.
Price
Early Bird (valid through October 13, 2026)
with lodging: €1,650
without lodging: €1,500
Starting October 14, 2026
with lodging: €1,970
without lodging: €1,820
Preliminary Agenda
Day 1 Understanding Change
Keynote:
Europe in a New World Order: How Can Europe Regain Competitiveness?
Prof. Dr. Marcel Fratzscher, Präsident DIW Berlin
Panel Discussion:
Europe in the Global HPDC Game: How to Win the Race
International Perspectives from Europe, USA and China.
- Prof. Dr. Marcel Fratzscher, Präsident DIW Berlin
- Dirk Seckler, Co-CEO Handtmann Light Metal Casting
- Prof. Dr. Min Chen, Global Business Strategist & Former Executive in Multinational Corporations
- Mike Meyer, President, North American Die Casting Association (NADCA)
Transformation Success Stories: From Surviving to Shaping
Day 2 Creating Opportunities
Existing Business:
What OEMs Expect from the Supply Chain of Tomorrow
New Business:
New Growth Markets Beyond Automotive
Executive Dialogues
People
Why Transformation Fails and How Leadership Makes the Difference
Nicoletta Sabov, Vice President, AlixPartners
Product
Robotics & Future Applications
Prof. Dr. Tobias Weiser, Director Institute of Applied AI and Robotics (IKR)
Performance
Productivity, Cost, Quality & Resilience
Frank Wimmer, Head of Purchasing Suspension Arms, Bars, Axle Systems, BMW Group
Potential
Beyond Automotive Growth: Drones, Aerospace & Defense
Agenda subject to change.
Impressions of the Executive Circle
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