# German cooling and climate industry economic status > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/german-cooling-and-climate-industry-economic-status > Updated: 2026-08-31T05:26:52.000Z. Sources: 2. Developments: 2. The German cooling, climate, and heat pump industry is demonstrating significant economic resilience. According to a 2026 VDKF economic survey, 68% of companies in the sector rate their business situation as good or very good, despite a sluggish broader German economy. Growth in the sector is being driven by structural trends such as decarbonization, digitalization, and urbanization. The industry is increasingly categorized as critical infrastructure for sectors including healthcare, data centers, and building technology. Current indicators show a capacity utilization rate of 93% and an increase in order backlogs from 11 to 13 weeks. International interest in the sector is evidenced by market activity, such as the acquisition of German fan and motor manufacturer ebm-papst by the US-based Madison Air at an enterprise value of €5.1 billion. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-31: German cooling and climate industry shows strong economic resilience The German cooling and climate industry shows strong growth and resilience, with 68% of firms reporting good business conditions despite broader economic stagnation. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/german-cooling-and-climate-industry-shows-strong-economic-resilience ### 2026-08-05: German Printing Industry Investment Climate Strong, Emphasizes Replacement and Cost Cuts A BVDM‑KfW survey of German printers (Mar‑Apr 2026) shows high investment activity, stable financing climate, focus on replacement and cost‑cutting, while small firms (<€1 m revenue) face tighter credit. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/german-printing-industry-investment-climate-strong-emphasizes-replacement-and-cost-cuts --- Cite as: German cooling and climate industry economic status. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/german-cooling-and-climate-industry-economic-status