Silicon Mountain expands US manufacturing capabilities in response to tariff pressures
EMS provider Silicon Mountain Contract Services is strengthening its domestic production capabilities amid rising complexities of global tariffs and supply chain disruptions.
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ABB plans to spin off its robotics division
ABB says that it will launch a process to spin-off of its Robotics division. The intention is for the business to start trading as a separately listed company during the second quarter of 2026.
Fortec launches enhances production strategy for the US market
Fortec Group has unveiled a new production strategy aimed at supporting European companies in optimising their supply chains for the US market. The initiative is designed to address both cost efficiency and trade resilience in the face of evolving international conditions.
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GPV increases its involvement in the defence sector
With geopolitical tensions continuing to rise, focus on defence and security has intensified. In response, EMS provider GPV is increasing its involvement in defence activities.
Cicor enter into a strategic supply partnership with Mercury
Cicor Group has entered into a strategic supply agreement with Mercury Mission Systems International S.A. (Mercury), a technology company active in the global aerospace and defence industry, under which Cicor will acquire a manufacturing operation in Plan-Les-Ouates, Switzerland.
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Inission's move to Nasdaq Stockholm approved
Swedish EMS provider Inission announces that it has been approved for trading on Nasdaq Stockholm Main Market.
Polymatech to set up $130M GaN chip plant in Chhattisgarh
In September 2024, Indian chipmaker Polymatech Electronics announced an investment of USD 16 million in Bahrain to establish a semiconductor manufacturing plant in the gulf country.
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ContourGlobal inaugurates solar plant with 1.2 GWh BESS in Chile
The Quillagua plant in Chile’s Antofagasta region is part of a larger project that includes another similar facility in the Tarapacá region that is expected to be ready in the second half of 2025.
Incap US invests in advanced SMT technology
EMS provider Incap Electronics US is expanding its production capacity by investing approximately USD 2 million (EUR 1.82 million) in new advanced SMT production equipment.
Flex opens NPI centre serving healthcare customers in North America
EMS provider Flex has opened its new product introduction (NPI) centre near Boston, Massachusetts, serving healthcare customers.
Hotayi Electronic breaks ground on Malaysian factory expansion
Hotayi Electronic has launched its ambitious Phase 3 expansion with a groundbreaking ceremony in Batu Kawan, Penang. The MYR 500 million (EUR 104.5 million) investment will create a cutting-edge smart manufacturing facility spanning 380,000 square feet. The project will generate 1,000 new high-skilled jobs in the region.
Q5D integrates its largest wire harness automation robot
British developer of tools for the robotic wiring harness manufacturing industry has announced that it has obtained the key components for its largest automated wire harness automation bot.
EVE Energy expands and creates over 1,000 jobs in Malaysia
EVE Energy has officially committed to a significant expansion of its Malaysian operations, signing a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with InvestKedah.
GPG inaugurates hybrid solar and BESS project in Western Australia
This system is designed to provide 4 hours of constant supply at peak demand every day. It is estimated its commissioning will generate energy equivalent to the annual consumption of 51,000 homes.
Mycronic makes acquisition in the UK
Mycronic's Global Technologies division has acquired RoBAT, a UK-based company which has developed a technology for fast and reliable tests of signal quality on PCBs.
Cicor expands into Spain – acquires MADES
Swiss EMS provider Cicor Group has signed an agreement to acquire 100% of the shares of Spanish electronics company Malaga Aerospace, Defense & Electronics Systems S.A.U. (MADES).
Meta plans nearly $1 billion data center project in Wisconsin
According to a report by Bloomberg, Wisconsin struck a deal with the social media giant to develop a data center in the US state with an expected investment of $837 million spread out across years.
Ecobat boosts battery recycling with 3 fully operational plants
Together, the three plants, in Germany, the US, and England, are capable of processing up to 10,000 tons of lithium-ion batteries annually, with plans to scale capacity to 25,000 tons.
Foxconn names Kathy Yang as rotating CEO, first woman to hold the role
EMS provider Foxconn (Hon Hai Technology Group) has appointed Kathy Yang Chiu-chin as its rotating Chief Executive Officer, marking a significant leadership transition.
LG Display’s Guangzhou LCD plant officially transferred to CSOT
LG Display’s Guangzhou Gen 8.5 LCD line has officially transferred to CSOT and been renamed “T11”. CSOT will now own two Gen 6, four Gen 8.5, one Gen 8.6, and two Gen 10.5 LCD production lines with this acquisition.
FlashPCB upgrade its manufacturing capabilities
US quick-turn PCB assembly provider has strengthened its manufacturing capabilities with the purchase of a 1 Click SMT Drymaster 555L. The sale was facilitated by Don Dennison, President of PIT – Equipment Services, LLC.
Waystream relocates production back home to Sweden
Swedish telecom company Waystream has appointed EMS provider Note as its exclusive production partner, shifting all manufacturing operations to Sweden.
Kitron lifts its outlook on 2025
With a strong demand from the defence/aerospace market sector, along with a gradual recovery in other segments, EMS provider Kitron is updating its financial outlook.
Wingtech sells key assets to Luxshare, shifts focus to semiconductors
Wingtech Technology Co., Ltd. has announced plans to divest major assets in a strategic move to exit the product integration business (its ODM business) and focus on semiconductors. The company disclosed the proposed transaction in a filing with the Shanghai Stock Exchange.
Kulicke & Soffa to shut down electronics assembly equipment business
Kulicke & Soffa’s board of directors has approved a strategic plan to cease operations of its electronics assembly equipment business. The decision aims to refocus the company on core semiconductor assembly business opportunities and improve long-term financial performance, according to a regulatory filing.
GPV’s latest Slovakia factory is up and running
EMS provider GPV has strengthened its operational capabilities with its new electronics factory in Piestany, Slovakia, now up and running. The 11,000-square-meter facility was prepared for production throughout 2024 and is now fully operational.
Zollner expands with new cleanroom in Hungary
On March 13, 2025, German EMS provider Zollner inaugurated a new ISO Class VII cleanroom at its facility in Vác, Hungary, further strengthening its partnership with ASML.
Saab starts serial production of high-tech sensor in Finland
Swedish defence and security company Saab has started serial production of its passive electronic warfare sensor, Sirius Compact, at its new manufacturing facility in Tampere, Finland.
Håkan Samuelsson takes the wheel as Volvo Cars CEO
The Board of Directors of Volvo Cars has appointed Håkan Samuelsson as CEO and President, marking his return to the company’s top position. He takes over from Jim Rowan, who has served as CEO since 2022
India approves $2.7B plan to boost electronics manufacturing
The scheme seeks to incentivize local manufacturing of electronics components in India, setting goals for domestic and foreign entities to establish local facilities at subsidies of up to 50% of the project costs.
Waaree launches ‘India’s largest solar cell facility’ in Gujarat
Waaree Energies’ 5.4 GW factory in Chikhli, Gujarat, is spread across 150 acres with a built-up area of 101 acres. The Indian company has already invested USD 350 million in the campus at the Chikhli unit.
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