Sponsored content by Elemaster Group Open Innovation Meets the Factory: Industrialization Support’s Missing Link in Electronics Component shortages, AI-driven demand and a shifting industrial base are testing Europe’s electronics supply chain.
Murata to invest €5.7 billion to double MLCC sales October 30, 2026 Japanese component maker Murata plans to invest about JPY 1 trillion (about EUR 5.7 billion) over five years to expand its global production capacity for multilayer ceramic capacitors (MLCCs). The company expects MLCC sales in fiscal 2030 to be at least double those of fiscal 2025.
Wolfspeed announces SiC device supply deal with BorgWarner October 30, 2026 The agreement strengthens the companies’ longstanding collaboration while providing BorgWarner with a reliable, long-term supply of high-performance silicon carbide technology for next-generation EV and power conversion applications.
Report: FCC votes to ban all Chinese labs from testing US electronics October 30, 2026 The FCC prohibitions, which are slated to take effect in December 2028, will bar test labs and certification bodies in countries including China that deny reciprocal treatment to US-based test labs.
ADS-TEC Energy nears permit for 4 GWh battery storage facility in Germany October 29, 2026 ADS-TEC Energy expects to receive a building permit shortly for a planned battery storage facility at the Pulverdingen substation in Baden-Württemberg, Germany. With a planned output of around 1 GW and a storage capacity of 4 GWh, it would be one of the largest battery storage systems in Europe.
In pictures: A look back at Evertiq Expo Warsaw 2026 October 28, 2026 On 22 October, the electronics industry gathered once again in Poland's modern and vibrant capital, bringing another Evertiq Expo season to a close.
A2 Global Electronics gains AS9100 certification October 27, 2026 US component distributor A2 Global Electronics + Solutions has achieved AS9100 certification. The certification expands the quality management framework supporting the company's value-added services, including BGA reballing, for customers in aviation, space and defence.
Intel to acquire quantum software company Classiq October 27, 2026 Intel has agreed to acquire Classiq, an Israeli developer of quantum computing software. The deal would combine Classiq’s software with Intel’s own silicon spin qubits and manufacturing, turning Intel’s quantum computing group into a full-stack business.
Nexperia grows revenue for another quarter without its Chinese units October 27, 2026 Nexperia’s third-quarter revenue rose 9.3% from the previous quarter to USD 389 million. The Dutch chipmaker is rebuilding its business without its Chinese subsidiaries, which it no longer controls.
Infineon to invest €1.1 billion in 300mm GaN production in Villach October 27, 2026 Infineon will invest around EUR 1.1 billion by 2034 to set up high-volume production of gallium nitride (GaN) power semiconductors on 300mm wafers at its site in Villach, Austria. According to the company, it will be the first high-volume GaN fab of its kind in the world, with production scheduled to start by the end of 2027.
Hitachi Energy, Ansaldo Energia to develop integrated power solutions October 27, 2026 Together, the companies intend to develop integrated power generation and electrification solutions capable of serving both 60 Hz and 50 Hz markets, including deployment in data centers.
Siemens partners with Nvidia to advance AI-powered PCB inspection October 26, 2026 Traditionally, introducing a new product or product variant requires a physical prototype before optical inspection processes can be prepared and trained for quality control. The new approach moves more of that work into the virtual world.
Sponsored content by StarPower Europe AG StarPower and the New Discipline of Power Electronics Power electronics has entered a new phase—one defined not by incremental improvements, but by the ability to turn semiconductor performance into real, scalable system value. Efficiency, power density, and reliability are no longer isolated metrics; they are interconnected outcomes shaped by device physics, packaging, thermal design, and manufacturing execution. In this evolving landscape, StarPower is positioning itself as more than a component supplier—it is becoming an engineering partner in electrification.
Sponsored content by TME Transfer Multisort Elektronik Power Control and Circuit Protection – Solutions from Littelfuse and IXYS Power electronics systems must not only efficiently control the flow of energy but also handle phenomena that may threaten their components. In converters, inverters, power supplies, or drive systems, semiconductors frequently switch large currents and operate at high voltages. At the same time, they may be exposed to overvoltages originating both from the power grid and generated within the device itself.
Sponsored content by Arrow Electronics Arrow Electronics brings AI, robotics and edge applications to electronica 2026 Arrow Electronics will bring several application-led technology demonstrations to electronica 2026, showing how AI, robotics, edge computing and electronic components are being applied across different vertical market segments.
Record exhibitor count at Evertiq Expo Warsaw 2026 October 23, 2026 On Thursday, 22 October, the electronics industry gathered at PGE Narodowy Stadium for the twelfth edition of Evertiq Expo Warsaw. The event has always been known for its international character, but this year it felt, more than ever, like the capital of Europe’s electronics industry.
US to provide up to $389 million in CHIPS awards to 4 firms October 23, 2026 Under the final awards, each company will conduct R&D to address critical projects spanning power semiconductor devices, modules and materials essential to the semiconductor supply chain.
Nippon Sanso partners with MIMIT on electronics, chip investments October 23, 2026 A key focus of the collaboration between Nippon Sanso and the Italian Ministry of Enterprises and Made in Italy (MIMIT) is the development of new production capabilities in Italy for high-technology sectors, including semiconductor and electronics value chains.
Evertiq Expo Warsaw: Top 10 chip companies took two-thirds of a record market October 22, 2026 The ten largest semiconductor suppliers grew their revenue by more than 30% in 2025, almost three times as fast as the rest of the industry. According to Omdia data presented at Evertiq Expo Warsaw on October 22, they now account for nearly 68% of a market worth USD 831 billion.
TP-Link plans US router assembly with Key Tronic October 22, 2026 TP-Link Systems has signed a letter of intent with US contract manufacturer Key Tronic to assemble its network routers in Corinth, Mississippi. The first products off the line are expected to be TP-Link’s Wi-Fi 8 home networking range, with assembly starting as early as next year, pending US regulatory approval.
SCHMID wins €25 million-plus order for HDI expansion in Malaysia October 22, 2026 German equipment maker SCHMID Group has agreed an equipment order worth more than EUR 25 million with one of its key customers, which is expanding its high-density interconnect (HDI) manufacturing capacity in Malaysia.
Evertiq Expo Warsaw 2026 opens its doors tomorrow October 21, 2026 The 12th edition of Evertiq Expo Warsaw will take place on Thursday, 22 October, at PGE Narodowy. This year's event will bring together a record 180 exhibitors, up from 167 last year. Visitors will also have the opportunity to attend presentations addressing key challenges and trends in the electronics industry.
Apple brings more iPhone component production to the US October 21, 2026 Qnity Electronics will produce films for the variable aperture camera in the iPhone 18 Pro in the US. The deal is part of an expansion of Apple’s American Manufacturing Program, under which nearly 100 components in Apple’s newest iPhones now come from American companies.
Micron invests in critical minerals processing at Indium in New York October 21, 2026 Micron is investing in an expansion of Indium Corporation’s refining and manufacturing operations in Rome, New York, which will restart US processing of critical minerals used in semiconductor manufacturing. In return, Micron gets a long-term supply agreement for the high-purity materials.
Qualcomm to cut jobs globally after performance reviews October 20, 2026 Qualcomm will cut jobs worldwide following its annual employee reviews, Reuters reports, citing an internal memo from CEO Cristiano Amon. Employees will start receiving notifications in November.
Arkema expands Shanghai R&D centre and builds electronics lab in Guangzhou October 20, 2026 Arkema has opened an expansion of its R&D centre in Shanghai, adding around 20% more laboratory space. The French materials group is also building a new laboratory in Guangzhou focused on electronics and battery customers.
Europe’s electronics industry has forgotten how to win October 20, 2026 We have become very good at defending what little we have left. That instinct must be balanced with the winning spirit.
Ukraine’s DevDroid seeks manufacturing partner in Inission Norway October 20, 2026 Inission Norway has signed a memorandum of understanding with Ukrainian defence company DevDroid. The two companies will explore cooperation in the manufacturing of electronics and remote control systems for unmanned ground vehicles.
TechPoint acquires Southampton-based EMS provider Esprit Electronics October 20, 2026 UK electronics manufacturer TechPoint has acquired Esprit Electronics, an EMS provider based in Southampton. All 92 Esprit employees join the TechPoint Group, and the company will keep operating from its current facilities.
Flip Electronics announces distribution partnership with Synaptics October 19, 2026 Through this agreement, Flip Electronics will distribute Synaptics’ expansive portfolio of embedded compute, wireless connectivity, and sensing solutions, focusing on aged, end-of-life, and obsolete devices that support innovation across automotive and IoT market.
MHI partners with Ingeteam to advance power solutions for data centers October 19, 2026 The alliance combines MHI’s expertise in integrated power, cooling and energy management with Ingeteam’s expertise in rotating electrical machines, power electronics, control and automation and digital technologies.
Fathom expands aerospace, defense platform with 3 acquisitions October 19, 2026 The addition of TCS Industries, TCS Electronics, and Precision Grinding & Manufacturing Corporation reinforces Fathom’s ability to address growing demand for precision components, integrated electronics and complex assemblies.