The metalworking industry in Nuremberg rallies around EUROGUSS, where all trends and technological advances in die casting, die casting processes, and machinery come alive. The fair registers high engagement (641 exhibitors and 14,300 trade visitors). The upcoming 2026 edition will perform deep dives into giga-casting, an emerging technology enabling the production of larger structural parts from cast aluminium. Giga-casting is becoming a disruptive force, especially in automobile manufacturing. The technology allows for casting parts like rear assemblies and battery trays for electric vehicles as single pieces, which reduces production complexity, weight and waste. Giga-casting is currently triggering a revolution in automobile construction, which is only made possible by the expertise of the die casting industry. Companies have showcased various applications of this technology in previous editions to rave reviews from attendees. The future where large-scale casting plays a critical role in vehicle assembly is nearer than ever. Representatives of Nuremberg’s metalworking industry greatly benefit in terms of visibility from participating in the well-attended guided tours and presentations. Volvo Cars, already scaling giga-casting to mass production in Sweden and Slovakia, shared its ""lessons learned"" during a packed session at the Die Casting Conference. Adding to the excitement, the largest deburring press ever displayed at the Nuremberg fairgrounds became a major attraction, demonstrating the industry’s ability to tackle large-scale casting challenges head-on. However, despite the optimism around new technologies, the industry is grappling with significant challenges. High energy costs, excessive bureaucracy, and economic uncertainty weigh heavily on the sector, particularly for Germany's small and medium-sized enterprises. Sarna Röser, former chair of DIE JUNGEN UNTERNEHMER and an advocate for family-run businesses, addressed these challenges in her keynote speech, urging die casting professionals to engage politically to safeguard the industry’s future.