# VDM

- **Website:** <https://metallhandel-online.com>
- **Primary alias:** `metallhandel-online.com`

## Description

The Verband Deutscher Metallhändler und Recycler e.V. (VDM) is a leading organization committed to the advancement and sustainability of the German metal trading and recycling industry. Established over a century ago, VDM plays a pivotal role in transforming scrap materials into valuable resources, emphasizing the importance of recycling and the responsible management of metal resources.

The VDM provides a dynamic platform for industry professionals, offering a range of services including expert seminars, workshops, and educational programs through its Metallakademie. It also supports members with essential resources such as advocacy in trade and environmental policies, and networking opportunities at key industry events, like the upcoming IFAT in Munich.

With a strong focus on ecological responsibility, VDM champions the use of recycled metals, promoting innovations that contribute to energy and resource efficiency in production processes. By fostering fair and responsible trading practices, the VDM ensures that its members adhere to high ecological and social standards, positioning itself as a leader in the global metal market.

## Industries

- 🏭 Heavy Industry and Engineering
- 🏭 Metals and Mining _(under Heavy Industry and Engineering)_
- 🏭 Energy Industry _(under Heavy Industry and Engineering)_
- 🏭 Waste Water and Environmental _(under Heavy Industry and Engineering)_
- 📊 Business and Consumer Services

## Links

- [youtube](https://youtube.com/channel/UCdtgr6RPEH03vnH18N2QcuQ)
- [twitter](https://twitter.com/vdm_metall)
- [linkedin](https://linkedin.com/company/vdm-verband-deutscher-metallh)
- [facebook](https://facebook.com/VDM-Verband-Deutscher-Metallh)

## Logos & icons

- logo _(primary)_ — PNG — [download](https://cdn.brandfetch.io/idE4aA3HpQ/w/5707/h/2000/theme/dark/logo.png?c=1bxid64Mup7aczewSAYMX&t=1780820754503)
- icon _(primary)_ — JPEG — [download](https://cdn.brandfetch.io/idE4aA3HpQ/w/400/h/400/theme/dark/icon.jpeg?c=1bxid64Mup7aczewSAYMX&t=1780820754594)

## Colors

| Name | Hex | Theme |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Persian Red | #cf2e2e | accent |
| Mine Shaft | #313131 | dark |
| White | #ffffff | light |

## Fonts

- roboto — asset _(google)_

## Imagery

- banner _(primary)_ — JPEG — [download](https://cdn.brandfetch.io/idE4aA3HpQ/w/1500/h/500/idas84V8Ao.jpeg?c=1bxid64Mup7aczewSAYMX&t=1780820754812)

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