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Surplex launcht regionales Auktionsmaklermodell für Maschinenauktionen
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Between rising costs and falling demand: Causes of the supplier crisis
The crisis in the automotive industry is affecting not only manufacturers but, in particular, suppliers. Even well-established companies are struggling when orders decline, material and energy costs rise, and major customers adjust their supply chains. A Czech plastics supplier was forced to cease production—now, around 150 high-quality machines are being auctioned off due to insolvency.
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How crystalline solar modules are manufactured: insights into the production process
With around 11% of the EU’s electricity generation coming from solar energy in 2024, it has for the first time surpassed coal-fired power generation. For photovoltaics to continue expanding its role in the energy transition, solar modules must be produced efficiently, cost-effectively, and in large quantities. Automated manufacturing processes play a key role in achieving this. How crystalline -
Surplex wird ab sofort durch die TBAuctions-Technologie unterstützt: Eine neue Ära für digitale B2B-Auktionen
Amsterdam, [19/02/2025] - Kurz nach der Übernahme von Surplex durch TBAuctions (TBA) im August 2024 wird die digitale B2B-Auktionsmarke nun von der TBA-Technologie unterstützt. Am 7. Februar veröffentlichte Surplex einen neuen Storefront und eine neue App, die auf dem innovativen Auktionssystem von TBA basiert und eine neue Ära von Vernetzung, Vertrauen, Effektivität und Effizienz einläutet. D -
A Year of Transformation: Challenges and Opportunities for Industry and the Used Machinery Market in 2024
In 2024, the European industry faced a significant downturn, particularly in the machinery and equipment sector and the automotive industry. These developments also impacted the used machinery market: high-quality equipment from the automotive industry became increasingly available, while businesses increasingly opted for cost-effective used machinery to reduce investment costs – a clear trend in
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Changing Strategies in Capital Goods Disposal: Why Banks and Financial Institutions are Increasingly Turning to Auction Houses
The structure of capital goods disposal is evolving. While banks and financial institutions previously relied mainly on direct sales through machinery dealers, they are now recognising the benefits of specialised auction houses. These not only serve as local contacts for sellers but also achieve higher global revenues due to their extensive buyer base.
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5 reasons why the end of the year is the best time to sell machinery
Why is the end of the year the ideal time to sell unused machinery? Beyond financial and tax benefits, selling now offers a chance to free up space and budget for next year’s investments. On top of that, high year-end demand makes it easier to find buyers quickly and achieve attractive prices.
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Underutilised opportunities: How auctions can succeed in the B2B market and where they currently fall short
The market for trading used industrial goods is already worth hundreds of billions, yet auctions account for only a small fraction of it. Many people associate auctions with financial distress and insolvency, while lack of awareness and a fragmented market pose additional barriers. Tom Christenson, CEO of TBAuctions, discusses the transformation of the auction business for used industrial goods ..
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Loes Giltay Press contact Manager Brand and Growth pr@surplex.com
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Martine Binnema Press contact Senior PR & Kommunikationsspezialist pr@surplex.com