The cooperation initiative for mechanical engineering (KIM) is a regional network for small and medium-sized enterprises in the field of metalworking in and around Braunschweig, Germany. Currently, it consists of 25 businesses and the universities TU Braunschweig and Ostfalia Hochschule für angewandte Wissenschaften.

The initiative provides a platform for both businesses and their employees to connect and share experience. The network facilitates cooperations in procurement, production, and personnel. Staff can be shared or further qualified together which, saves costs. In addition, the network offers exclusive services to its members, like consulting services from a specialist for workplace safety.

All members of the network work towards securing and developing the industrial hub of Braunschweig, Germany.