Bauma 2025, the world’s leading trade fair for construction machinery, building material machines, mining equipment, construction vehicles, and construction technology, took place from April 7 to 13 at the Munich Exhibition Center. In a global climate marked by uncertainty, bauma once again proved its significance as a true industry barometer, offering a powerful platform for innovation, collaboration, and inspiration.
Record Participation and Global Impact:
With approximately 600,000 visitors from over 200 countries and 3,601 exhibitors representing 57 nations, bauma 2025 proved to be a stable and forward-looking platform during turbulent times. Stefan Rummel, CEO of Messe München, expressed his delight, stating that bauma once again demonstrated the crucial role of exchange and personal interaction for progress and global trade, sending a strong signal of confidence for the entire industry.
Industry Sentiment: A Positive Outlook
Exhibitors expressed high levels of satisfaction, highlighting bauma’s role in setting the pace for the industry both emotionally and strategically.
- Erich Sennebogen, owner of SENNEBOGEN, noted the strong industry spirit and the unexpected optimism across sectors, stating that bauma could serve as a catalyst for revitalization in construction and material handling markets globally.
- Holger Schulz, Managing Director at Zeppelin (CAT), emphasized bauma’s standing as the leading innovation platform, particularly noting the growing focus on sustainability, new drive technologies, energy storage solutions, and networked construction sites.
Technological Trends and Future Visions Take Center Stage:
bauma 2025 showcased clear technological trends shaping the future of the industry:
- CO₂ Reduction and Alternative Drives: Confirmed by Wolfgang Sochor, CEO of HAWE Hydraulik, as an established direction for the sector.
- Automation and Future Mobility: Steffen Günther, Board Member of Liebherr-International AG, underlined the importance of drive technology and autonomy, describing bauma as a place where “the future of the industry becomes tangible.” Liebherr’s motto, “Hands on the future,” resonated strongly with customers and partners alike.
International Exhibitors Emphasize Quality Global Engagement:
International exhibitors particularly emphasized the quality of the trade fair contacts. Toshiaki Ujiie, President and CEO of the Tadano Group, highlighted bauma’s perfect stage for presenting the latest technologies to a global audience and its invaluable role in direct exchange with customers and experts. Mehmet Varlik, Managing Director of the SCHWING/Stetter Group, was also impressed by the extraordinary level of international public interest from the outset.
bauma recorded significant increases in visitor numbers, notably from Brazil, Portugal, Romania, the Netherlands, Turkey, and Spain. Furthermore, visitor numbers from China also showed an increase compared to the strong results of bauma 2019, highlighting its continued global appeal.
Collaborative Spirit Driving the Industry Forward:
In a time of significant change, bauma demonstrated that innovation thrives through encounters, exchange, and cooperation. Alexander Fickers, CEO of Faymonville, summarized the incredible week in Munich, emphasizing the countless inspiring conversations with customers and partners from around the world, reinforcing bauma’s role in fostering innovation through shared vision, enthusiasm, and drive.