The metal technology industry (MTI) is Austria's strongest sector and forms the backbone of Austrian industry. It generates a production value of around 48.5 billion euros (2023), employs around 135,000 people directly and thus indirectly secures up to 300,000 jobs in Austria. The export-orientated industry is structured as a medium-sized company, consists of more than 85% family businesses and is responsible for a quarter of all Austrian exports.

In total, over 1,100 companies are represented in the Association of Metaltechnology Industries. They are active in the fields of mechanical engineering, metal goods, plant construction, steel construction and foundries.

Metaltechnology Austria is one of the largest trade and employers' associations in Austria and an independent organization within the Austrian Federal Economic Chamber.