Discussion: Weapons for Prosperity?

What's it about?

Steyr-Daimler-Puch AG between Reconstruction and the Cold War At a time when rearmament is being discussed across Europe again, the Museum Arbeitswelt takes a look at the history of Steyr-Daimler-Puch AG. In the last decades of its existence, the company increasingly focused on arms production to secure jobs and economic success. However, the associated exports repeatedly led to political and social discussions. After a historical introduction by Leo Stauber, contemporary witnesses discuss the tensions between economic interests, employment, and ethical responsibility. With: Leo Stauber (historian), Christoph Jungwirth (consultant, former peace activist), Otmar Lahodynsky (journalist) and Otto Schwaiger (works council member and author) Date: 24.09.2026 Time: 7:00 PM Admission: free Registration at: anmeldung@museumarbeitswelt.at Annual program supported by BMB, City of Steyr, AK OÖ, PROGE Partners: KUPF, Hunger auf Kunst & Kultur, Ennsthaler, Glück Auf! Sponsors: Atteneder, GRS Steuerberatung, HERTL, KSM, Minichmayr, Christkindlwirt

Where?

Museum Arbeitswelt
Gaswerkgasse 1, 4400

Organiser: Museum Arbeitswelt