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Verband Deutscher Maschinen- und Anlagenbau eV, also known as VDMA, is an association that represents around 3,600 German and European companies in the mechanical and plant engineering industry. The non-profit company is based in Frankfurt am Main, Germany, and has subsidiaries in Portugal. The VDMA offers a wide range of services and benefits to its members, including access to expert knowledge and a unique network of machine builders. The association helps its members to stay informed about industry trends and to use them as a competitive advantage. The CEO of the German company is Thilo Brodtmann.

The Association of Equipment Manufacturers is a non-profit company that focuses on advancing equipment manufacturers in the marketplace. The company is based in Milwaukee, WI. The company's services include advocacy, safety, trade shows and events, and market data.

U.S.-Russia Business Council operates as a trade association. It provides business development, dispute resolution, government relations, and market intelligence services to its American and Russian member companies. The company represents the interests of 300 member companies operating in the Russian market. U.S.-Russia Business Council was founded in 2000 and is located in Washington, DC.

John Deere International GmbH manufactures and sells agricultural, industrial, commercial and consumer equipment. Its products include planter parts and attachments, 4-wheel steering tractors, commercial worksite products, feller bunchers and final tier 4 industrial diesel engines. The company is headquartered in Schaffhausen, Switzerland.