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.
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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.
ams OSRAM secures €227M EU support for Austrian chip facility
February 25, 2025
ams OSRAM has received approval from the European Commission for up to EUR 227 million in funding under the European Chips Act to expand its semiconductor manufacturing in Premstätten, Austria.
Infineon secures EU Chips Act funding for smart power fab in Dresden
February 20, 2025
Infineon Technologies has secured European Commission approval for funding under the EU Chips Act. This investment will advance its Smart Power Fab in Dresden, strengthening Europe's semiconductor industry.
NGEN commissions Austria’s largest BESS facility
February 17, 2025
The Fürstenfeld storage plant is equipped with six Tesla Megapack 2XL battery modules utilizing lithium ion technology, with integrated cooling and control systems for optimized performance.
Infineon reaches next milestone on 200 mm SiC roadmap
February 13, 2025
Germany's Infineon Technologies says that it has made significant progress on its 200 mm silicon carbide (SiC) roadmap. The company plans to launch its first products based on the advanced 200 mm SiC technology in the first quarter of 2025.
Panasonic is closing its PCB materials plant in Europe
February 11, 2025
Panasonic has announced plans to close its PCB materials plant in Enns, Austria, by December 2025, impacting approximately 140 employees.
Breakthrough TU Graz AI system ramps up EV powertrain development speeds to new heights
February 10, 2025
The Graz University of Technology (TU Graz) has announced that it’s achieved a breakthrough in the development of powertrain technology, which will fuel the development of the next generation of EVs.
NXP could cut 1,800 jobs amid market headwinds
February 05, 2025
The Dutch semiconductor company has a total workforce of over 34,000 employees, including about 2,500 in the Netherlands.
NXP secures €1B EIB loan to advance semiconductor innovation
January 16, 2025
NXP Semiconductors has secured a EUR 1 billion loan from the European Investment Bank (EIB) to advance the company’s RDI investments across its broad portfolio of semiconductor solutions.
NXP acquires TTTech Auto for $625 million
January 10, 2025
NXP is strengthening its automotive business by acquiring TTEch Auto, a software solution provider specialised in the systems, safety and security required for SDVs, in an all-cash transaction valued at USD 625 million.
Lacroix in talks to sell City-Mobility segment to SWARCO
December 12, 2024
French technology company Lacroix is in exclusive negotiations with traffic technology group SWARCO group regarding the sale of its City-Mobility segment.
EU makes a push to boost European AI innovation
December 12, 2024
The European High Performance Computing Joint Undertaking (EuroHPC) has selected seven proposals to establish and operate the first AI Factories across Europe.
ULVAC, SAL partner to develop tech for making TFLN
December 09, 2024
SAL, an Austrian research center for Electronics and Software Based Systems, is implementing ULVAC’s plasma etching system Model “NLD-5700” to advance R&D of thin-film lithium niobate (TFLN).
KEBA acquires EnerCharge
October 23, 2024
KEBA, a European provider of charging solutions, is acquiring EnerCharge. With this strategic acquisition, KEBA is expanding its portfolio with DC charging solutions for the (semi-)public sector, strengthening its position in the market as a full-range provider.
Exclusive: Europe’s biggest EMS players
September 19, 2024
Top 25 list of EMS companies in Europe only on Evertiq. Respected industry analyst Dieter G. Weiss of in4ma and IPC have prepared a TOP 25 list that includes European EMS firms and global players in Europe.
Infineon first with 300 mm power GaN technology
September 12, 2024
Infineon Technologies says it has succeeded in developing the world’s first 300 mm power gallium nitride (GaN) wafer technology.
SVI to liquidate two subsidiaries amid global economic slowdown
August 29, 2024
The Board of Directors of Thailand-based EMS provider, SVI, has approved the liquidation of two of its subsidiaries, SVI Hungary KFT and SVI-GDL, following a strategic review of their operations and future viability.
Infineon opens SiC power semiconductor fab in Malaysia
August 08, 2024
Infineon Technologies has officially opened the first phase of a new fab in Malaysia, a fab that will become the world’s largest 200-millimeter SiC power semiconductor fab.
NCAB enters Austria via acquisition
July 05, 2024
NCAB acquires the former PCB division of EPI Components Trade in Lieserbrücke, Austria. The previous owner, Christian Brugger, will stay on and grow the business together with NCAB.
French research institute kicks off EUR 830m chips project
July 01, 2024
France's CEA-Leti lab has officially launched its FAMES Pilot Line to support higher-performance, more energy-efficient and more sustainable chip designs across Europe.
Faulhaber opens a new location in Denmark
June 06, 2024
Drive specialist Faulhaber is expanding its presence in Europe with the opening of its new location in Denmark
AT&S to sell South Korea PCB plant
May 17, 2024
Advanced Technologies & Solutions (AT&S), an Austria-based PCB and IC substrate manufacturer, has confirmed it will divest its facility in Ansan, South Korea.
ams Osram to significantly expand production in Styria
May 14, 2024
ams Osram is strengthening its development and production site in Premstätten. Aldo Kamper, CEO of ams Osram AG, has presented plans to invest a total of EUR 588 million in the development and production site in Premstätten by 2030.
Heilind’s new hub strengthens its European operations
May 07, 2024
In late April, Heilind Electronics Europe opened a new state-of-the-art distribution center in Hanau near Frankfurt, Germany.
Magna cuts jobs as Fisker production halts
May 07, 2024
Electric vehicle startup Fisker’s manufacturing partner Magna is planning to reduce its workforce after the production of the Fisker Ocean model is halted.
Infosys to acquire German automotive engineering firm
April 22, 2024
India's Infosys has reached an agreement to purchase in-tech, a provider of engineering R&D services to the automotive, rail and smart industry sectors.
AT&S secures EUR 45m loan for connecting materials R&D
February 08, 2024
Austria Technologie & Systemtechnik has agreed a loan from KfW IPEX-Bank to support the research and development of connecting materials for microchip production at its new plant in Leoben.
AT&S officially confirms $1bn Malaysia IC facility
January 25, 2024
Austria Technologie & Systemtechnik (AT&S) has unveiled a new integrated circuit substrates manufacturing plant in Kedah, Malaysia.
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