Can Europe regain control of its industrial future?
With growing concern over the state of Europe's electronics manufacturing industry, Evertiq will host a panel discussion on June 5 during Evertiq Expo Berlin to examine the region’s strategic position and explore solutions to its ongoing industrial decline.
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Dirk Stans on strengthening Europe’s electronics industry
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