Valuable Insights into Current R&D Work, with a Focus on Aerospace and Energy EngineeringReading time: minGuest article by Andreas Wilch, Access e.V. From September 8–12, 2025, the World Conference on Investment Casting (WCIC) took place in Kobe, Japan. Among the exhibitors, internationally operating suppliers dominated, presenting their latest products and services for the investment casting industry. ConclusionThe WCIC 2025 clearly demonstrated that digital technologies and new high-temperature alloys continue to be the key drivers of the investment casting industry. The conference offered valuable insights into ongoing R&D activities, particularly for aerospace and energy applications.