PCB lead times extend as material shortages and AI demand strain supply chains
Lead times for PCBs are increasing as shortages of key base materials and rising demand from AI infrastructure place growing pressure on the global supply chain. This is according to German PCB manufacturer ILFA GmbH.
NCAB monitors logistics impact as Middle East conflict disrupts air traffic
The ongoing conflict in the Middle East is beginning to affect global logistics networks after authorities suspended flight operations at major regional hubs, according to PCB supplier NCAB Group.
Aspocomp returns to profit in 2025
Finnish PCB manufacturer Aspocomp Group reported strong revenue growth in 2025, with net sales rising 38% YoY as demand from the semiconductor and defence sectors remained robust.
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INVISIBLE ARCHITECTS OF MINIATURIZATION: SMD RESISTORS IN MODERN ELECTRONICS
Resistors undoubtedly belong to the most basic and essential electronic components. Every modern device contains dozens, sometimes even hundreds of such elements inside. Their task is quite simple – to limit the value of the electric current flowing in the circuit, so that other components can be precisely driven without the risk of damage.
Global shortage of glass fiber cloth continues
The global shortage of glass fiber cloth is continuing to drive significant constraints in PCB laminate availability.
OMR Italia to cease PCB production, 27 jobs affected
OMR Italia SpA, a PCB manufacturer based in Concorezzo, Italy, has signed an agreement on a collective redundancy procedure affecting 27 employees following its decision to permanently cease production.
European PCB revenues rise 2.4% as industry shrinks
European PCB manufacturing increased by 2.4% in 2025, while the global PCB market expanded by more than 11%, according to Data4PCB. At the same time, 11 manufacturers exited the market, reducing the European PCB base to 168 companies operating 182 facilities.
SVI–CCTC PCB joint venture in Thailand begins recruitment
The joint venture between SVI Public Company Limited and China Circuit Technology (Shantou) Corporation has started recruiting personnel for its new PCB manufacturing facility in Thailand.
Schweizer Electronic CTO to leave company
Schweizer Electronic AG has announced that its Chief Technology Officer, Thomas Gottwald, will leave the company.
NCAB increases order intake – but full-year profit declines
PCB supplier NCAB reported increased order intake and improved results in the fourth quarter of 2025, while full-year profit declined compared with 2024.
Alba PCB installs second direct imaging system at Italian facility
Italian PCB manufacturer Alba PCB has installed a second direct imaging (LDI) system at its production facility in Mogliano Veneto, Italy.
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