in4ma: the state of the EMS Industry in 2024
December 03, 2024
The EMS industry faced significant challenges in 2024 – as discussed in an interview with in4ma analyst, Dieter G. Weiss, during Evertiq Expo Warsaw. Weiss provided a thorough summary of the industry's current problems, prospects, and the contrasting dynamics between Western and Eastern Europe.
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A year in highlights – Evertiq Expo 2024
November 20, 2024
2024 was a landmark year for Evertiq Expos, the one-day exhibitions hosted by Evertiq across Europe. Building on a legacy of successful events, this year's expos exceeded expectations, bringing industry professionals together to discuss trends, challenges, and innovations in the electronics sector.
East-West contrasts shape Europe’s EMS landscape
November 19, 2024
On 24 October 2024, industry analyst and in4ma founder Dieter G. Weiss addressed the audience at the Evertiq Expo Warsaw, sharing insights into the European EMS landscape. Weiss offered a comprehensive overview of the sector’s dynamics, particularly in Central and Eastern Europe, highlighting market trends, labour challenges, and economic shifts.
CCI Eurolam relocates production facility to Düren
November 06, 2024
The new, state-of-the-art production facility in the Industrial Area Rurbenden in Germany's Düren is double in size, will increase production capacity by 80% and improve logistics, the company said.
Warsaw becomes the beating heart of the electronics industry
October 28, 2024
On October 24, it was once again time for Evertiq Expo to take place in Warsaw. For one day, the Polish capital earned the title of the European capital of the electronics industry.
Another blow to the European PCB Industry
October 09, 2024
Moldavizolit, a Moldovan manufacturer of laminates for PCB production, has been forced to suspend operations at its factory in Tiraspol due to difficulties obtaining export permits.
Europe loses another PCB factory
October 07, 2024
PCB manufacturer Würth Elektronik Circuit Board Technology says it will close the company's PCB production in Schopfheim, Germany.
Europe needs PCB manufacturing; silicon isn't enough
August 27, 2024
During Evertiq Expo in Berlin earlier this June, EIPC president Alun Morgan took to the stage to provide listeners with an overview of the state of the electronics industry, and where we currently are heading – and also to shine the spotlight on the importance of our domestic PCB industry.
Eurocircuits adds new direct imager to Hungarian site
August 20, 2024
There are now five direct imagers across Eurocircuits' multiple production sites following the installation of a new Ledia 6 Hyper direct imager at the company’s production site in Hungary.
European PCB manufacturer shuts down
August 06, 2024
On the other side of the Baltic Sea, in the Estonian city of Paide, Brandner PCB has been manufacturing PCBs for the electronics industry since 1997, but 2024 will be the company's last year.
European PCB industry continues to battle a stormy market
August 05, 2024
Stormy market conditions for the European PCB industry continue. The European PCB industry saw a decline in billings of 6.5% (YoY) during the first half of 2024 and down 7.8% when compared to the second half of 2023.
European PCB industry calls for help
July 23, 2024
In May, analytics company Weiss Engineering, better known by its brand name in4ma, took over the research activities of Michael Gasch, who died at the age of 78 on May 24, 2024. He has therefore been working on monthly B2B statistics for the European PCB industry for the past three months and is in the process of further developing Data4PCB. The latest data remains alarming.
Insights from Evertiq Expo Berlin 2024
June 24, 2024
Evertiq Expo Berlin 2024 recently concluded its third successful event, drawing industry leaders and experts to the Science and Technology Park Berlin Adlershof. With a focus on key challenges and innovations in the electronics sector, the expo featured insightful presentations and discussions.
The stage is set for Evertiq Expo Berlin 2024
June 17, 2024
The next Evertiqs Expo in Berlin is just around the corner. This year, Evertiq has paid special attention to market and global trends, and we believe that our programme reflects this.
The European electronics industry risks falling behind
June 12, 2024
Key segments of the EU's electronics manufacturing industry are set to decline – undermining Europe’s security, industrial resiliency, and global competitiveness.
Europe has lost an industry expert
May 29, 2024
Mr. Michael Gasch, one of the European PCB industry’s brightest stars, passed away on May 24, 2024, at the age of 78 following a short, serious illness.
Lab Circuits starts its expansion in Barcelona
May 29, 2024
Earlier in May, Lab Circuits started the excavation works to kickstart the construction of the expansion of its facilities in Barcelona, Spain.
65% of all imported PCBs in Europe come from China
May 28, 2024
In passing the Chips Act, the EU made a strategic, but narrowly crafted commitment to the electronics industry. But what about PCBs?
How can Europe save its PCB industry?
May 16, 2024
The EIPC is urging people to sign an open letter of urgency to government leaders, calling for explicit assistance to the European PCB industry – including but not limited to direct financial aid, access to internationally competitive energy pricing, facilitating bank guarantees in support of capital expenditure, favourable loans, and tax breaks.
The European PCB industry is in jeopardy
May 15, 2024
The printed circuit board (PCB) is the building block for electronics systems providing electrical connection and physical structure to electronic systems with additional optical interconnect and thermal management.
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Adeon receives massive order for Teltonika's new PCB factory
November 13, 2023
Adeon Technologies, a Dutch distributor of equipment for the European PCB industry, has received multiple purchase orders from Teltonika to supply the company with numerous types of equipment for their new PCB manufacturing plant in Vilnius, Lithuania.
Europe’s first new PCB plant in two decades
November 08, 2023
European PCB production has, for several years, been outcompeted and outperformed by production in Asia. As a consequence, the industry has faced consolidation over the years and there are far fewer production plants than before. But now, Lithuanian high-tech group Teltonika is building a new PCB factory in Vilnius, Lithuania.
IPC: the EU should support more segments of the electronics industry
July 10, 2023
Key segments of the European electronics manufacturing industry face significant challenges and require more support, considering their vital role in Europe’s strategic autonomy and the “twin transitions” to a greener, more digital economy.
ILFA expands its PCB lamination capacities
September 29, 2022
PCB manufacturer ILFA and LAUFFER have entered into close cooperation, sealed with a joint letter of intent. In a new investment project, ILFA is taking aim at expanding its lamination capacities at its Hanover site.
The European PCB industry – a trip down memory lane
June 29, 2022
European PCB production has for a number of years been outcompeted and outperformed by production in Asia. It’s been previously documented that the prime movers were price competition and a strong outsourcing wave of the entire electronics industry in general. But how does the European PCB industry look today?
Eurocircuits looks back at a year of growth – despite the challenges
January 31, 2022
European PCB and EMS provider Eurocircuits looks back at 2021 and summarizes the year with a short but simple sentence; “You grow with the challenges”.
Aspocomp has been certified with AS9100D
August 16, 2021
In addition to the PCB manufacturer's existing ISO9001, ISO14001 and IATF16949 certifications Aspocomp has now been accredited with AS9100 certificate.
Owner prepares potential sale of European PCB manufacturer
May 18, 2021
The Board of Directors of exceet Group SCA have decided to start a large-scale structured sales process relating to the potential sale of its portfolio company GS Swiss PCB AG.
Continued investments at Eurocircuits operations
May 11, 2021
Every year the company invests in its operations, something that has been seen as a key element to its success. And for 2021, the company will invest EUR 7 million in its two factories in Hungary and Germany.
CCI Eurolam Group to acquire Adeon Technologies
January 08, 2021
The French headquartered distributor and industrial service provider says it has entered into an agreement to acquire Netherlands-based Adeon Technologies BV, a full service provider of equipment for the European PCB Industry.
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