Nordic EMS companies punch above their weight globally March 13, 2026 The Nordic region may have a relatively small population, but it maintains a surprisingly strong presence in the global electronics manufacturing services industry.
European PCB revenues rise 2.4% as industry shrinks February 25, 2026 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.
AT&S funds new microelectronics research group at TU Graz February 19, 2026 Austria-based AT&S is funding the establishment of a new microelectronics research group at Graz University of Technology (TU Graz), with a focus on IC substrates and advanced packaging technologies.
GigaDevice signs distribution agreement with SEMITRON for DACH region February 15, 2026 GigaDevice, a fabless semiconductor supplier, has signed a distribution agreement with German electronics distributor SEMITRON, expanding its sales and support footprint in the DACH region.
Finland’s R&D model and its role in the electronics industry February 03, 2026 In a recent analysis, Evertiq explored which countries dominate global R&D spending. Viewed through the lens of absolute investment volumes, the picture is largely shaped by the United States and China, followed by established industrial powerhouses such as Germany, Japan and France. Shifting that lens away from global heavyweights and toward a smaller, highly R&D-intensive economy reveals a different dynamic — one where the relationship between research investment and industrial capability becomes more clearly defined. Finland provides a useful case for understanding how research investment translates into industrial capability.
AT&S to triple cleanroom capacity at Leoben site January 27, 2026 AT&S is expanding production capacity at its main site in Leoben, Austria, by tripling its cleanroom area in response to sustained demand for embedding technologies. The company said the expansion is driven by a strong order situation and several major projects secured in recent months.
ams OSRAM confirms talks on potential sale of business units January 13, 2026 ams OSRAM has confirmed that it is in advanced discussions regarding the potential sale of certain business activities as part of its previously announced deleveraging plan.
Echoes from Evertiq Expo 2025: A year of industry rankings December 30, 2025 Throughout 2025, each Evertiq Expo featured a Top List spotlighting the companies shaping Europe’s electronics, manufacturing, and tech sectors. From global semiconductor leaders to Europe’s top EMS providers, these rankings provide a snapshot of industry trends and market dynamics.
The European duo driving a greener electronics industry November 25, 2025 Stephan Theil, CEO of the German company Factronix, presented technologies and processes at Evertiq Expo Warsaw 2025 that can drastically reduce electronics manufacturing costs, carbon footprint and dependence on unstable supply chains.
Infineon opens new UWB lab in Austria October 30, 2025 Infineon Technologies has established a dedicated Ultra-Wideband (UWB) Application Lab in Graz, Austria. Developed in collaboration with Silicon Austria Labs (SAL), the lab focuses on advancing UWB technology, exploring use cases, and delivering real-world applications for automotive, industrial, IoT, and consumer markets.
2025 Top 25 European EMS/ODM: leaders and climbers October 29, 2025 The European EMS and ODM sector continues to show dynamic movement, according to the latest top 25 rankings presented at the Evertiq Expo in Warsaw.
AT&S expands its team in Leoben with 150 new jobs October 28, 2025 Austrian PCB and IC substrates manufacturer, AT&S, is expanding its production team in Leoben and plans to hire 150 new employees.
5 promising technologies: directions shaping the future of industry October 23, 2025 The European technology sector is currently undergoing a profound transformation. Changes in global supply chains, public investments, and the growing role of industrial innovation are making advanced technologies one of the cornerstones of regional economic development strategies.
SVI expands with tech innovation centre in China October 23, 2025 Thailand-based EMS provider has officially opened its Tech Innovation Centre in Hangzhou, China, a move aimed at strengthening the company’s global technology capabilities, supply chain resilience, and customer support network.
Billions in raw materials hidden in Europe’s old smartphones October 16, 2025 Billions of euros worth of metals are lying unused in drawers across Europe. A new report from refurbed and Fraunhofer Austria reveals that unused smartphones in European households contain critical raw materials worth an estimated EUR 1.1 billion in total.
Einride raises $100M to expand autonomous freight solutions October 13, 2025 The Swedish company is developing and operating a new freight ecosystem, which includes one of the world’s largest fleets of heavy-duty electric trucks, cutting-edge autonomous technology and the proprietary Saga planning optimization platform.
EMS industry sees decline and stagnation across Europe October 10, 2025 During Evertiq Expo Gothenburg on September 4, 2025, Mareike Haass from in4ma and Christoph Solka from the Global Electronics Association presented the latest half-year analysis of the European EMS market — offering a sobering snapshot of the industry’s performance.
Honeywell partners with Redwire to boost quantum-secured communications September 22, 2025 The MOU will enable the two companies to explore opportunities to mature and expand the use of quantum key distribution technology as part of the consortium, which operates under the European Space Agency’s QKDSat Public Private Partnership.
Magna partners with XPENG for EV production in Austria September 15, 2025 This newly awarded program marks the first complete vehicle assembly with a Chinese OEM out of Canadian automotive supplier Magna’s operations in Graz, Austria.
European EMS industry faces decline in 2025 August 27, 2025 The latest half-year survey by the Global Electronics Association and in4ma paints a bleak picture for Europe’s EMS industry. Covering 219 facilities across 177 companies – representing around 21.9% of the European EMS market – the findings confirm that the semiconductor supply chain disruptions of 2021–2022 continue to affect the industry.
Ecobat announces sale of Germany and Austria operations to Clarios August 22, 2025 The transaction includes Ecobat’s facilities in Freiberg and Braubach, Germany, as well as the Arnoldstein operation in Austria. The transaction is expected to close by early 2026, pending regulatory approvals.
European components distribution slowdown continues in 2nd quarter July 31, 2025 Semiconductor distribution sales in Europe experienced a significant decline of 14%, amounting to €2.20 billion. Among the major countries, Austria faced again the steepest drop with a decrease of almost 37%, followed by France with a reduction of 20%.
Dhruva’s space-grade solar panels to power up Pixxel’s satellite fleet July 08, 2025 The partnership represents the coming together of two Indian spacetech start-ups. Built with high-efficiency triple-junction GaAs solar cells, Dhruva Space’s Solis+ panels are designed to operate reliably in the extreme conditions of space.
Accenture acquires SYSTEMA to bolster manufacturing automation July 02, 2025 SYSTEMA’s long-standing experience in working for semiconductor manufacturers and other high tech companies will bolster Accenture’s capabilities to comprehensively support clients in these industries.
Europe's PCB landscape: 2024’s top 30 manufacturers revealed June 05, 2025 Evertiq has previously reported on the long-term decline of the European PCB industry. Back in the 1990s, the EU accounted for around 20–30% of global production. Today, that figure stands at just 2%. But who are the champions still holding strong in the storm?
AT&S opens Europe’s first IC substrate plant facility in Leoben June 04, 2025 Austrian microelectronics and PCB manufacturer AT&S has officially inaugurated Europe's first local research and production centre for IC substrates.
AT&S to open Europe's first advanced IC substrate facility in June May 28, 2025 AT&S is preparing to open a new high-tech production facility for advanced IC substrates and packaging technologies in Leoben, Austria. Set to officially launch in June 2025, the site will be the first of its kind in Europe and is expected to play a key role in strengthening Europe's microelectronics supply chain.
GPV reports 5% drop in Q1 revenue – optimises its footprint May 07, 2025 Denmark-based EMS provider GPV has had a satisfactory start to 2025. The electronics manufacturer generated sales of DKK 2.2 billion (EUR 294.8 million) in the first quarter of 2025, against DKK 2.3 billion (EUR 308.2 million) in the same period last year, a YoY decrease of 5%, in line with expectations.
AT&S starts high-volume manufacturing at new Kulim plant May 06, 2025 IC substrate and PCB manufacturer AT&S is commencing high-volume manufacturing at its new facility in Kulim, Malaysia. AT&S Malaysia will deliver high-end IC substrates for AMD’s data centre processors, as well as for other customers.
Breaking down the Nordic EMS market – a top 10 list March 27, 2025 The Nordic EMS industry is thriving, with over 74 companies in Sweden, 39 in Finland, 28 in Denmark, and 17 in Norway competing for market share. As the industry experiences continued growth, fuelled by continuous innovation and a changing technology landscape, the top players are cementing their dominance.
FAMES Pilot Line launches open-access call for EU chip industry March 25, 2025 Participants whose requests are selected will have access to FAMES technologies as they become available. Open-Access Calls will take place each spring through 2028.
Second wave of AI factories set to drive EU-wide innovation March 20, 2025 Austria, Bulgaria, France, Germany, Poland, and Slovenia will host the newly selected AI Factories, supported by a combined national and EU investment of around EUR 485 million.