Monolith teams up with CamMotive to boost EV battery testing with AI
Bringing together London-based startup Monolith’s AI platform and CamMotive’s real-world battery data, the collaboration will enhance test data validation, helping engineers detect complex failure characteristics during electric vehicle battery development.
Turning PCB and EMS waste into a strategic resource
During Evertiq Expo in Berlin, Peter Kolbe, Co-CEO of MPM Environment Intelligence GmbH, presented a case for “Creating additional value when recycling production waste from PCB, EMS and OEM.” His presentation highlighted the environmental and economic stakes of e-waste management in Europe. Improper disposal can release harmful chemicals and heavy metals into ecosystems, endangering both nature and human health.
Report: GM to import EV batteries from China’s CATL
The arrangement is a stopgap for the Detroit automaker in the next two years as it works to manufacture its own low-cost lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries, the Reuters report says.
Zapi expands electric drive charging with acquisition of Stercom
This expansion in capabilities reinforces Italy-based Zapi Group’s expertise in electric drive and industrial automation solutions that will accelerate innovation and deliver more comprehensive solutions to the market.
Cyient enters into strategic channel agreement with GlobalFoundries
As a channel partner, India’s Cyient Semiconductors will provide companies with fabrication access, technical consultation, design enablement, assembly, testing, and other value-added services to accelerate innovation and reduce time-to-market.
IQM partners with Toyo to drive quantum adoption in Japan
Toyo Corporation will market and sell IQM Spark, a 5-qubit system, and IQM Radiance, which ranges from 20-qubit to 150-qubit on-premises superconducting quantum computers.
EssilorLuxottica acquires A&R to advance ophthalmic manufacturing solutions
With a track record of innovation — ranging from high-precision machine applications to sophisticated software solutions — Belgium-based Automation & Robotics (A&R) brings deep expertise across the value-chain.
Firefly wins $177M NASA contract for mission to Moon’s South Pole
The mission will utilize Firefly’s Elytra orbital vehicle and Blue Ghost lunar lander to enable payload operations that include evaluating the Moon’s south pole resources, such as hydrogen and water, and studying the radiation and thermal environment.
Lyten to acquire Northvolt's remaining European assets
US battery manufacturer Lyten is acquiring the remaining assets of Northvolt in Sweden and Germany.
Trump calls for Intel CEO's resignation over China ties
US President Donald Trump has called for the resignation of Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan, citing what he described as “highly conflicted” ties to Chinese firms, Reuters reports.
DNP to open first overseas R&D centre in the Netherlands
Dai Nippon Printing will open its first overseas R&D centre in the Netherlands in September 2025. The new R&D centre will be located at the High Tech Campus Eindhoven (HTCE), and aims to promote global R&D, and accelerate innovation.
onsemi to set up research centre for wide bandgap materials
onsemi plans to invest USD 8 million with Stony Brook University to establish a wide band gap research centre that will advance innovation in power semiconductors and foster the next generation of professionals in this field.
Boreo completes acquisition of Elfa Distrelec sales operations in Finland and the Baltics
Boreo Plc has completed its acquisition of Elfa Distrelec's sales operations in Finland, Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania. The transaction was originally announced back in April earlier this year.
Apple commits $100B to US manufacturing and expansion
Apple has announced a new USD 100 billion investment as part of a broader initiative to expand its operations and manufacturing footprint in the United States. The move raises the company’s total planned U.S. investment to USD 600 billion over the next four years.
Trump proposes 100% tariff on imported chips – with exemptions
President Donald Trump announced plans to impose a 100% tariff on imported semiconductors, while exempting companies that manufacture chips within the United States or have committed to doing so.
Ventec breaks ground on new Thai factory – mass production scheduled for 2026
Ventec International Group has officially broken ground on a new manufacturing facility in the Hi-Tech Industrial Park in Ayutthaya, Thailand. Covering approximately 35,000 square meters, the plant is strategically located about an hour from both Bangkok Airport and the port.
SAP Labs India unveils $225 million campus in Bengaluru
The SAP Labs India Innovation Park will play a key role in enabling SAP’s global customers to unlock business value through enterprise-grade AI, data and application development, driven from India.
CATL, BASF sign framework agreement for cathode active materials
This agreement builds on the collaborative foundation laid in 2021, when the two companies entered into a partnership on battery materials solutions with the shared goal of developing a sustainable battery value chain.
Amphenol to acquire CCS business from CommScope
Amphenol Corporation has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire CommScope’s Connectivity and Cable Solutions (CCS) business for USD 10.5 billion in cash, subject to customary post-closing adjustments.
Sinbon doubles US manufacturing footprint
Taiwanese electronics system integrator Sinbon Electronics, has unveiled a new 59,000-square-foot facility in Clayton, Ohio, more than doubling its US manufacturing footprint.
Global silicon wafer shipments increase 10% YoY in 2Q25
SEMI reports that worldwide silicon wafer shipments increased 9.6% year-on-year to 3,327 million square inches (MSI) from the 3,035 MSI recorded during the same quarter of 2024.
Coherent opens first datacom R&D centre in Penang
US-based photonics manufacturer Coherent has opened its first Datacom R&D centre in Malaysia, expanding its global footprint to advance optical transceiver technologies for AI and cloud computing.
A homemade crisis: Europe's EMS market shrank 14% in 2024
At Evertiq Expo Berlin, market analyst Dieter Weiss (in4ma) and Christoph Solka (IPC, today Global Electronics Association) took the stage once more — not to speak of promise and growth, but of collapse. With data from over 400 companies and biting commentary, the duo unpacked what they claim to be the worst year for Europe’s EMS industry in two decades — and a crisis entirely of the industry’s own making.
Tata AutoComp, Ichikoh form JV to acquire Valeo’s lighting business
Tata and Ichikoh are in talks to finalise an agreement to acquire Valeo Lighting Systems (VLS), a business unit of Valeo India Private Limited.
Asahi Kasei to supply lithium-ion battery separator to Toyota Tsusho
This partnership allows Asahi Kasei to mitigate the risk of market fluctuations and effectively utilize resources by maintaining high rates of operation. Toyota Tsusho will benefit from a stable supply of LIB separator as it promotes the establishment of an automotive battery supply chain in North America.
LS ELECTRIC, GE Vernova sign MOU to localize converter equipment
Having already achieved localization of HVDC conversion transformers (CTR), LS ELECTRIC plans to embed GE Vernova’s advanced technology in converter valves to complete the localization of voltage-source conversion facilities.
San’an and Inari to acquire Lumileds
San’an Optoelectronics and Inari Amertron Berhad have signed a definitive agreement to acquire 100% of the shares of Lumileds Holding B.V. and its European and Asian subsidiaries (Lumileds International).
Aspocomp increases revenue and order book – returns to profit
Finnish PCB manufacturer Aspocomp reported strong growth in both revenue and its order book for the first half of the year, turning to profit in the process.
Farnell strengthens partnership with Toshiba
Farnell has strengthened its long-standing partnership with Toshiba by introducing a range of new Toshiba products now available through Farnell Japan.
Rebeca Obregon: Turning Farnell around by reclaiming the power of people and partnerships
In a recent conversation with Evertiq, Rebeca Obregon, President of Farnell, reflected on her first year in the role, Farnell’s strategic evolution, and the role of culture, technology, and resilience in shaping the future of electronics distribution.
Exception PCB returns to British ownership
Wright Industries has acquired Exception PCB Ltd, bringing the PCB manufacturer back into UK ownership. The company will operate as part of the Connexion Technologies group, which is owned by Wright Industries.
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