Activities
Apr 10, 2025
ALTENPFLEGE 2025
ALTENPFLEGE 2025 – Nuremberg
ALTENPFLEGE 2025 took place from April 8–10 at the Nuremberg Exhibition Center. More than 550 exhibitors presented the latest developments in both inpatient and outpatient care. With highlights such as the ALTENPFLEGE ARENA, the AVENEO innovation showcase, and the Career & Education Forum, the event offered a diverse program featuring expert lectures, live demonstrations, and career-focused content. It served as a key meeting point for professionals and decision-makers to exchange ideas on innovations, trends, and challenges within the care sector.

Mar 13, 2024
BVMW Future Day for SMEs 2024
The BVMW SME Future Day 2024 took place on March 13 in Berlin. Over 5,000 participants from politics and business discussed topics such as digitalization, the energy transition, and new work. The event offered numerous networking opportunities and demonstrated the importance of SMEs for Germany's future.

May 1, 2023
Future Day for SMEs – Congress and Annual Reception 2023
The 2023 SME Future Day took place in Berlin on March 1. Over 4,000 participants from politics and business discussed topics such as energy, sustainability, and innovation. The event offered numerous networking opportunities and the presentation of the German SME Award.

Apr 27, 2023
Elderly care 2023
We offer the innovative care sensor "McKare" to the market.
McKare is a sensor that detects a person's vital signs and movement behavior without contact. The values are recorded simultaneously. It can be used in all areas of care and also in the home environment. This applies to mobile and bedridden individuals. It can also support seniors in living longer in their own environment.

May 16, 2024
CARE PLUS 2024
PFLEGE PLUS 2024 took place in Stuttgart from May 14 to 16. Over 130 exhibitors presented innovative solutions for care, rehabilitation, and therapy. The trade fair offered expert presentations and workshops on current topics such as dementia care and digitalization and was an important meeting place for the care industry.

Apr 11, 2024
GEROTECH Festival 2024
The GEROTECH Festival in Weißwasser took place from April 10 to 11, 2024. Over 5,000 participants from the nursing, healthcare, and digitalization sectors exchanged ideas about innovative technologies for everyday nursing and rural care. The event featured exhibitions, lectures, and workshops – admission was free.

Nov 16, 2017
COMPAMED 2017
COMPAMED 2017, held parallel to MEDICA in Düsseldorf, is a leading trade fair for the medical technology supply industry. Manufacturers and developers presented innovative components, materials, and manufacturing technologies for medical devices at the trade fair. COMPAMED provides an important platform for exchange between suppliers, manufacturers, and researchers.

Nov 16, 2017
MEDICA 2017
MEDICA 2017 took place in Düsseldorf in November and is one of the world's largest trade fairs for medicine and healthcare. Numerous exhibitors presented innovative medical technology, digital health solutions, and therapy concepts. The trade fair served as an important platform for trade visitors from hospitals, research, and industry to exchange ideas and network.

Oct 20, 2017
A+A 2017
A+A 2017 took place in Düsseldorf from October 17 to 20, 2017. It is the world's largest and most important trade fair for occupational safety and health. Exhibitors at the trade fair present innovative solutions and products for occupational safety, accident prevention, and operational safety. Trade visitors use the event to exchange ideas and learn about the latest developments in this important field.

Oct 7, 2017
REHACARE 2017
REHACARE 2017 in Düsseldorf was one of the leading trade fairs for rehabilitation, care, prevention, and inclusion. Numerous exhibitors presented innovative products and services that make everyday life easier for people with disabilities or limitations. The trade fair provided a platform for exchange between experts, those affected, and manufacturers, with a special focus on accessible technologies and modern assistive devices.

May 12, 2017
DJW Symposium and DJW General Meeting 2017
The 2017 DJW Symposium and General Assembly of the German-Japanese Business Association (DJW) were important events for exchange between German and Japanese companies. The focus was on current economic developments, challenges, and opportunities in German-Japanese cooperation. The general assembly also offered members the opportunity to network and shape the association's future direction.

Apr 27, 2018
CeMAT 2018
CeMAT 2018 was one of the world's leading trade fairs for intralogistics and supply chain management. The event took place in Hanover and attracted numerous exhibitors and trade visitors from the logistics industry. The focus was on innovative solutions for material flow, warehousing technology, transport, and digital networking. CeMAT 2018 offered companies a platform to present the latest technologies such as automated systems, robotics, and IT solutions, and to exchange ideas on trends and developments in intralogistics.

Jun 15, 2018
ACHEMA 2018
ACHEMA 2018 was the global meeting place for the process industry. Over 3,700 exhibitors presented the latest technologies from the chemical, pharmaceutical, and biotechnology sectors – with a focus on digitalization, energy efficiency, and innovative processes.

Jun 22, 2018
Automatica 2018
automatica 2018, the leading trade fair for intelligent automation and robotics, brought together international market leaders and innovators. The focus was on Industry 4.0, human-robot collaboration, and AI – with practical solutions for the production of the future.

Sep 20, 2019
REHACARE 2019
REHACARE 2019 in Düsseldorf showcased innovative aids for independent living with 751 exhibitors from 43 countries. Around 38,600 visitors learned about mobility solutions, digital assistance systems, and inclusion in everyday life.

Sep 15, 2018
DJW Germany-Japan Startups Platform – 2nd General Conference
At the second General Conference of the DJW's Germany-Japan Startups Platform, startups, investors, and innovation leaders from both countries met to exchange ideas. The goal was to promote collaborations, explore business opportunities, and further expand the German-Japanese startup bridge.

May 15, 2019
DJW Symposium 2019
The 2019 DJW Symposium and General Assembly took place on May 15 in Nuremberg. Under the central theme of "Demographic Change and the Digital Revolution," representatives from business, politics, and academia discussed the challenges and opportunities presented to German and Japanese companies by aging societies and technological innovations. The focus was on topics such as the "silver market," agile working models, and digital transformation. The General Assembly of the German-Japanese Business Circle (DJW) took place immediately before the symposium.

Mar 24, 2017
CeBIT 2017
At CeBIT 2017 in Hanover, Japan presented its vision of a "super-smart society" under the motto "Create a New World with Japan – Society 5.0," tackling societal challenges through technologies such as IoT, AI, and big data. The Japan Pavilion showcased solutions for everyday life, industry, and infrastructure. Companies such as Toshiba, Hitachi, and Toyota presented their latest innovations to drive digital transformation and improve the quality of life.

Mar 1, 2017
DJW "Asa no Kai"
At the morning networking event "Asa no Kai" organized by the German-Japanese Business Circle (DJW), Dr. Volker Stanzel, board member of the DJW and former German ambassador to Japan, spoke about current developments in German-Japanese relations. In an intimate setting, the event offered an opportunity for personal exchange between specialists and executives from both countries.

May 10, 2017
Interpack 2017
interpack 2017 took place from May 4 to 10 in Düsseldorf and attracted 170,899 visitors and 2,866 exhibitors. The focus was on Industry 4.0, digitalization, and sustainability. Highlights included the special show "smart4i" and the SAVE FOOD conference on reducing food waste.

Sep 26, 2018
REHACARE 2018
At REHACARE 2018 in Düsseldorf, over 900 exhibitors presented innovative solutions for rehabilitation, care, inclusion, and everyday assistance. The international industry event offered valuable insights into current developments and a wide range of networking opportunities for trade visitors and companies.

Nov 21, 2019
MEDICA 2019
MEDICA 2019, which took place in Düsseldorf from November 18 to 21, was one of the world's largest medical B2B trade fairs, with over 5,000 exhibitors from 72 countries and approximately 80,000 visitors. The focus was on topics such as digitalization, artificial intelligence, and connected healthcare solutions, presented in numerous specialist forums and conferences.

Jun 27, 2020
Smart-Niche circle of friends
An inspiring evening centered around the topic of "New Connections in Human Resources," featuring exciting insights from Keiichi Hamano and Shoji Okamoto, moderated by Goya Kobayashi.
The event brought together dedicated "smart niche" companies – firms and individuals who create social value, regardless of size or experience. An evening full of new ideas, collaborations, and motivation for the future of small and medium-sized enterprises in Japan.

Feb 28, 2017
DJW Germany -Japan Startups Platform General Conference
The DJW General Conference 2017 in Berlin focused on the exchange between German and Japanese startups. The event provided a platform for young companies, investors, and institutions from both countries to explore cooperation opportunities, build networks, and promote cross-border innovation. Keynote speeches, pitch sessions, and panel discussions demonstrated the great potential of German-Japanese cooperation in the startup sector.

Apr 16, 2018
DJW Symposium 2018
The 2018 DJW Symposium and General Meeting took place on April 16 at the Vodafone Campus in Düsseldorf. The general meeting began at 3:00 p.m. in the "Sky Lounge" on the 18th floor and offered members of the German-Japanese Business Circle (DJW) the opportunity to learn about current projects and developments. Following the meeting, the DJW hosted a symposium addressing current issues in German-Japanese economic relations. The event was aimed at DJW members and guests and was held in German, with Japanese-language materials available upon request.

Nov 15, 2018
COMPAMED 2018
COMPAMED 2018 took place from November 12 to 15 in Düsseldorf and was a major trade fair for the medical technology supply industry. With approximately 783 exhibitors from 40 countries, the focus was on innovative technologies such as smart sensors and wearable diagnostic tools. Numerous innovations were presented, particularly in the areas of digitalization and microsystems technology.

Sep 21, 2019
EMO Hanover
EMO is the world’s leading trade fair for the metalworking industry, hosting 2,200 exhibitors from 44 countries across 180,000 m² of display space. It attracts top-level decision-makers and technical experts eager to discover the latest innovations in production and manufacturing.

Jan 14, 2023
Cologne Trade Fair IMM
The IMM Cologne Spring Edition 2023 took place in Cologne in June and was a major trade fair for the furniture and interior design industry. Around 30,000 visitors from over 100 countries experienced innovations from more than 700 exhibitors. A focus was placed on sustainable design and the circular economy. The trade fair offered numerous opportunities for innovation and networking within the industry.

Nov 21, 2019
COMPAMED 2019
COMPAMED 2019 took place from November 18 to 21 in Düsseldorf and recorded a record participation with nearly 800 exhibitors from 37 countries. As the leading supplier trade fair for medical technology, it showcased innovative solutions such as miniaturized components, smart sensors, and digital manufacturing technologies. The focus was particularly on the digitalization and miniaturization of medical devices, as well as the networking of component manufacturers and device producers. Held alongside MEDICA, COMPAMED 2019 provided a comprehensive platform for high-tech solutions across the entire value chain of the medical technology industry.
