b'MESSAGEfrom theEDITORSWelcome to a very special edition of our industry magazine, Best Bits!This year marks 30 years of the BearingNet platform, and we want to say a BIG THANK YOU to the people involved. Whether they were part of the initial ideaand development of the platform, helped with growth and changes, or membersthat have been with us from the start of our journey, we want to recognise every person and their contribution to the success of the BearingNet community.We couldnt have done it without you! Contact usYou can read more about our 30th birthday and celebrations on pages 6-10. info@bearingnet.netWe have thoroughly enjoyed receiving your news and reading your stories in this Spring edition, and we would like to thank over 30 BearingNet and FluidPowerNet+44 (0)1279 844044members for their contributions towards the biggest Best Bits to date.So, what can you expect in this magazine? From big company milestones andwww.bearingnet.netanniversaries, to stories dedicated to the people behind the company name, you are in for a treat. Our cover stories include Ljubex International in Serbia, with a story of growth over 35 years, and how women have become a key part inFollow usmaking their business successful. HAYLEY DEXIS in the UK is also celebrating a milestone this year, reaching 50 years of business, reflecting on changesKeep up to date with the and a product portfolio that has expanded dramatically over the years. Ourlatest event and platform Manufacturers Advertising Platform member of over 10 years, Kettentechniknews on social mediaRoeder, in Germany embarks on a new journey with Jana Roeder beginning a generational transition and planning the future of the family business.As ever, we hope you enjoy reading this edition of Best Bits magazine. If you have any feedback or would like to feature in the Summer edition, please get in touch!@bearingnetThe view from the BearingNet HQ in rural Hertfordshire, England3'