Melissa Albeck, a prominent figure on CERATIZIT’s Executive Board, is leading the company's advancements in cutting tools, materials, and sustainability. With extensive experience at Plansee Group and a global leadership background, Albeck is driving innovation in integrated machining solutions and promoting sustainability in manufacturing. Under her leadership, CERATIZIT is not only focusing on cutting tools but also prioritizing sustainability initiatives. Albeck highlights the shift towards complete machining solutions, the impact of digitalization, and the company's commitment to reducing environmental footprint. She discusses the evolving landscape of cutting tools and materials, emphasizing the importance of difficult-to-machine materials like titanium and composites. Sustainability is a core focus for CERATIZIT, with initiatives to reduce energy consumption and waste through measures like green electricity and green hydrogen adoption. The company's emphasis on circularity includes achieving a high recycling rate for tungsten and cobalt. Albeck explains how R&D efforts are crucial in producing cutting tools that meet performance standards while aligning with environmental goals. Collaborations with customers, such as the sustainability target agreement with the Schaeffler Group, demonstrate CERATIZIT's commitment to sustainability. The company's approach to balancing performance, cost, and environmental impact involves intensive R&D work and leveraging recycled materials to create premium-quality tools. Through initiatives like Product Carbon Footprint reporting, CERATIZIT aims to meet customer requirements for sustainability while delivering high-performance cutting tools.