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Ford and SK On end US battery venture December 11, 2025 South Korea’s SK On and Ford Motor have decided to end their US battery joint venture, bringing the BlueOval SK partnership to a close. The news was first reported by Reuters, which confirmed that the companies will dissolve the joint structure and operate their respective facilities independently.
Kitron secures €19 million defence electronics order December 11, 2025 Norwegian EMS provider Kitron has received an order valued at approximately EUR 19 million for the production and supply of electronic components used in guidance, control, and targeting systems.
Scanfil completes acquisition of ADCO Circuits December 11, 2025 Finnish EMS provider Scanfil has finalised its acquisition of US-based ADCO Circuits, following regulatory approval in the United States.
Neways acquires Philips Micro Devices December 10, 2025 EMS provider Neways has entered into an agreement to acquire Philips Micro Devices, a high-tech company specialising in microsystems for defense, semiconductor, and medical applications.
Kitron lands €55 million defence order December 10, 2025 The defence industry is running at full speed – a trend reflected in Norwegian EMS provider Kitron, which has secured an order worth EUR 55 million from an unnamed customer in the defence and aerospace sector.
Tata partners with Intel to advance silicon, compute ecosystem December 09, 2025 As part of the MoU, Intel and India’s Tata Group intend to explore manufacturing and packaging of Intel products for local markets at Tata Electronics’ upcoming Fab and OSAT facilities, as well as a collaboration for advanced packaging in India.
IMI sells stake in VIA Optronics in strategic divestment December 04, 2025 Filipino EMS provider Integrated Micro-Electronics (IMI) is selling its 50.32% stake in VIA Optronics Holding AG to Kronen 3140 GmbH, which will be renamed V-PTR Beteiligungs GmbH. The acquiring entity is owned by members of VIA’s management and advisory team.
Incap to acquire Germany-based Lacon Group December 04, 2025 Finish EMS provider Incap Corporation has agreed to acquire Lacon Group, a German EMS and ODM company, in a transaction valued at a minimum of EUR 50 million.
Evolv Technology selects Plexus as manufacturing partner December 01, 2025 Evolv Technologies has entered into a strategic manufacturing partnership with EMS provider Plexus Corp. as the security technology company seeks to scale production and expand its global supply chain capabilities.
Nordes: How a Polish EMS provider builds its end-to-end advantage November 21, 2025 Comprehensive services, investments in advanced technologies and a growing presence in Northern European markets are shaping the strategy of the Polish EMS provider Nordes for the coming years.
Productware modernises SMT production with Fuji systems November 20, 2025 For EMS provider Productware GmbH, outdated placement equipment had become a bottleneck in production. To address this challenge, the company decided to modernise its machinery.
Kitron to acquire DeltaNordic, expanding Its defence electronics business November 20, 2025 Norway’s Kitron has agreed to acquire the Swedish electronics manufacturer DeltaNordic AB, marking a significant expansion of its presence in the defence sector and its footprint in the Swedish market.
India’s Titan Intech to invest $28M in electronics facility November 20, 2025 Titan Intech signed an MoU with the Andhra Pradesh Economic Development Board (APEDB) to set up an Integrated Display Electronics Manufacturing Facility in the state’s Amaravati Capital Region.
Scanfil expects MB Elettronica acquisition to close in January 2026 November 19, 2025 EMS provider Scanfil says that its acquisition of Italian electronics manufacturer MB Elettronica (MB) is now expected to be completed in January 2026, following a slight delay.
Zollner's Enfidha site achieves ISO 14001 certification November 19, 2025 German EMS provider Zollner Elektronik AG has announced that its Enfidha site in Tunisia has achieved initial certification under ISO 14001:2015.
Cicor revises TT Electronics offer November 18, 2025 Swiss EMS provider Cicor Technologies has increased its offer for UK-based TT Electronics Plc, introducing a final all-cash bid of 150 pence per share while retaining a share alternative. The revised proposal has been unanimously supported by the board of TT Electronics.
Amber Group acquires majority stake in Shogini Technoarts November 17, 2025 Shogini provides PCB solutions across diverse applications such as automotive, defense, medical electronics, industrial electronics, power electronics, process control, telecommunication, computer peripheral and LED lighting.
India’s Syrma SGS to acquire majority stake in Elcome November 14, 2025 This strategic move supports Syrma SGS’s long-term roadmap to build a robust defence electronics platform and strengthen its presence in high-value technology domains. Syrma is also set to invest USD 180 million in setting up a facility in Andhra Pradesh.
COGD highlights strategies to combat obsolescence risks November 13, 2025 The Component Obsolescence Group Deutschland (COGD) will present five expert talks on methods to reduce obsolescence risks at the upcoming productronica 2025 trade fair.
GPV strengthens Q3 profitability amid soft market November 12, 2025 Danish EMS provider GPV reported stable profitability in the third quarter despite soft demand and continued market normalisation, narrowing its full-year 2025 guidance after a performance broadly in line with expectations.
Foxconn and Mitsubishi Electric team up on AI data centre solutions November 11, 2025 Taiwanese EMS giant, Hon Hai Technology Group, otherwise known as Foxconn, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Mitsubishi Electric Corporation to collaborate on the global supply of energy-efficient and highly reliable AI data centre solutions.
North American EMS market steadies in September November 04, 2025 Total North American EMS shipments in September 2025 were down 1.2% compared to the same month last year. Compared to the preceding month, September shipments were up 1.1%. September’s year-to-date (YTD) shipments decreased by 0.8% year-over-year, reports the Global Electronics Association
Asteelflash to close Bornheim factory amid weak demand November 03, 2025 French EMS provider Asteelflash announced plans to close its factory in Bornheim, near Bonn, following a review of strategic and economic conditions.
Visual highlights from Evertiq Expo Warsaw 2025 October 30, 2025 The PGE Narodowy Stadium in Warsaw became a hub of ideas, innovation, and connections on 23 October as Evertiq Expo Warsaw 2025 brought together Europe’s electronics community.
Cicor to acquire TT Electronics in £287 million deal October 30, 2025 Swiss EMS provider Cicor Technologies has announced its intention to acquire UK-based TT Electronics plc, in a deal supported by TT’s board of directors.
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.
Evertiq Expo Warsaw 2025 – Europe’s electronics community meets again October 24, 2025 During Evertiq Expo Warsaw on 23 October, the conference halls at PGE Narodowy Stadium were filled with conversations in English, German, Chinese, Italian, Korean, Czech—and, of course, Polish. This confirms Poland’s growing role in the European electronics industry and highlights the significance of Evertiq Expo Warsaw.
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.
Kitron raises outlook following record order intake October 23, 2025 EMS provider Kitron has reported solid quarterly sales and profits, combined with record order intake and backlog. Demand from customers in the defence and aerospace sectors is highlighted as the main driver behind the growth.
Limtronik launches new SMT line in the USA October 22, 2025 Electronics manufacturer Limtronik has significantly expanded its SMT production at its US site in Denver. The new SMT line installed in the spring is now in operation, and the first series batch has been successfully produced.
Norvestor to acquire EMS nompany Norautron October 21, 2025 Norvestor IX SCSp has signed an agreement to acquire Norautron from Embron Group AS. Following the transaction, the Broch family, through Embron, will remain as a minority shareholder.