Der Arbeitgeberverband der deutschen Metall- und Elektro-Industrie. Gesamtmetall is the federation of German employers’ associations in the metal and electrical engineering (M+E) industries. Founded in 1890, the association represents the common interests shared by Germany’s largest industrial sector. Gesamtmetall aims to improve industrial relations and working conditions, and thus the performance of the German M+E industry. This is crucial for creating and securing competitive jobs in Germany. Gesamtmetall speaks for 22 member associations representing 6,300 companies and 2.1 million employees. Most member companies use the collective bargaining mechanism, others do not. The association is headed by its President, currently the owner-manager of ProMinent Dosiertechnik, Dr. Rainer Dulger. The Director General is Oliver Zander. Gesamtmetall employs a staff of 35 at its headquarters in Berlin.