CECIMO, the European Association of machine tool industries and related Manufacturing Technologies, through the 15 national member associations, represents and promotes the interests of around 1,300 European enterprises manufacturing machine tools. Their production almost completely covers the sector production of the area and represents 36% of the world total. Established in 1950, CECIMO is recognized as the association representing the common values and interests of the European machine tool industry. It is the platform to identify and promote the strategic initiatives that are essential for improving the competitiveness and leadership of the European machine tool industry. In response to these needs, CECIMO is the promoter of EMO, the world exhibition dedicated to the world of metalworking, whose next edition will be held in Milan in 2027.