Zollner expands capacity, builds phase 2 of Costa Rica project July 17, 2026 With completion of construction, the focus has now shifted to ramping up the new production and logistics operations. The investment lays the foundation for continued growth while strengthening the German EMS provider’s global manufacturing footprint.
10 years on – Brexit and the “new normal” July 15, 2026 A decade after the UK voted to leave the European Union, the EMS and CEM sector is still adapting to the consequences. Brexit realised many fears around supply-chain disruption, labour shortages and regulation, but it also accelerated structural change and pushed companies to modernise operations.
Europe holds a 2.5% share of a market it helped build July 08, 2026 New data from in4ma and EMSNOW puts the global EMS and ODM industry at USD 820 billion for 2025 – and Europe's share of that figure is shrinking in relative terms even as the continent's largest players post revenue growth.
Europe's top 20 EMS companies: a fragmented landscape with pockets of strength June 18, 2026 With 31 companies in the global EMS/ODM Top 100, Europe has breadth – but not scale. A look at the region's top 20 reveals a manufacturing base spread across 14 countries, led by Germany and with the Nordics punching well above their weight.
Global EMS grew in 2025 – Europe watched from the sidelines June 01, 2026 Following his keynote at Evertiq Expo Zürich, in4ma founder and analyst Dieter Weiss had an interview with Evertiq to discuss the numbers behind global EMS growth in 2025 – and what they reveal about where the European industry stands.
ABB invests $200M across Europe to accelerate grid transformation May 21, 2026 The investment strengthens the company’s ability to deliver critical medium-voltage switchgear and grid automation technologies. It includes a new USD 100 million facility in Dalmine, Italy, to support growing demand for air-insulated and SF₆-free switchgear and breakers.
Emerson to start R&D project in Hungary April 09, 2026 US industrial automation company Emerson is expanding its operations in Hungary through a new research and development investment.
Videoton strengthens US manufacturing footprint through Limtronik integration March 31, 2026 Hungarian EMS provider Videoton Group is stepping up international integration efforts following the acquisition of German electronics manufacturer Limtronik GmbH in 2025, with a particular focus on expanding capabilities in the United States.
Flex breaks ground on €90 million facility in Hungary March 24, 2026 Flex has laid the foundation stone for a new warehouse in Zalaegerszeg, Hungary, marking a further milestone in its EUR 90 million investment project in the country.
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.
SICK expands manufacturing capacity in Hungary February 23, 2026 German sensor manufacturer SICK has inaugurated a capacity expansion at its site in Kunsziget, Hungary, following a EUR 30 million investment that has created more than 300 new jobs.
Kontron expands manufacturing in Hungary with €5 million investment February 20, 2026 IoT and embedded computing technology specialist Kontron is expanding its manufacturing capacity in Hungary through its local subsidiary Kontron Electronics Kft.
Eurocircuits brings in Avedon Capital Partners to support next growth phase February 05, 2026 Eurocircuits has entered into a strategic partnership with private equity firm Avedon Capital Partners to support its next phase of growth in PCB and PCBA prototyping and low-volume production.
CATL & Stellantis starts construction on major battery plant in Spain November 27, 2025 China’s battery giant CATL has started construction of a large battery manufacturing facility in Figueruelas, Spain, developed together with Stellantis. According to Reuters, the project represents an investment of around EUR 4.1 billion and includes more than EUR 300 million in EU funding.
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.
Flex to boost R&D in Hungary September 11, 2025 The Government of Hungary has signed a strategic cooperation agreement with Flex, which announced a new EUR 4.68 million R&D project at its plant in Zalaegerszeg. The investment will focus on vehicle electronics and is expected to create 10 high value-added jobs.
EnSilica opens mixed-signal design centre in Budapest August 12, 2025 UK-based chipmaker EnSilica has opened a new mixed-signal ASIC design centre in Budapest, Hungary, expanding its presence in the EU.
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?
Hungary again top European destination for Chinese FDI May 30, 2025 Hungary received 31% of all Chinese FDI targeting EU and UK in 2024. Investment in EV manufacturing played a central role, with Hungary alone receiving 62% of all Chinese EV-related FDI, up from 57% the previous year.
Cybersecurity isn’t optional – it’s a responsibility May 22, 2025 As cyber incidents surge across Europe, the topic of cybersecurity is taking on a whole new dimension. No longer confined to the realm of IT specialists, it has become a pressing operational challenge for electronics manufacturers, system designers, and decision-makers across the industry.
BYD establishes European HQ and R&D hub in Hungary May 21, 2025 Chinese electric vehicle giant BYD plans to establish its European headquarters and R&D base in Hungary, marking a major expansion of its footprint on the continent.
Chinese EV maker BYD re-evaluates European strategy in face of resistance April 28, 2025 Executives speaking anonymously revealed that BYD is rethinking how it approaches the European market in the wake of the continent’s resistance to its technology.
Sensirion opens new production building in Hungary April 09, 2025 Swiss manufacturer of environmental and flow sensors Sensirion has completed the expansion of its production facility in Debrecen, Hungary.
Zollner expands with new cleanroom in Hungary April 02, 2025 On March 13, 2025, German EMS provider Zollner inaugurated a new ISO Class VII cleanroom at its facility in Vác, Hungary, further strengthening its partnership with ASML.
European Union launches investigation into Chinese EV subsidies March 21, 2025 The EU has initiated a probe into unfair Chinese subsidies of a Hungarian EV manufacturing plant.
Samsung SDI plans $1.4 billion rights issue to fund growth March 17, 2025 The company said it plans to use the funds to invest in its JV with GM in the US, boost capacity at its battery plant in Hungary and build lines for all solid-state batteries in South Korea.
CATL’s blockbuster listing aims to raise $5 billion February 14, 2025 The Chinese EV battery giant said the funds raised would be used to fund the company’s European expansion, especially in Hungary.
EU concerned about US restrictions on AI chips January 17, 2025 In a joint statement, EU Executive Vice President Henna Virkkunen and Commissioner Maroš Šefčovič expressed concern over recently adopted US measures that restrict access to exports of advanced AI chips for certain EU member states and their companies.
Stellantis and CATL to build €4.1B battery plant in Spain December 10, 2024 Stellantis and CATL say that the companies will invest up to EUR 4.1 billion to form a joint venture to build a large-scale European lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery plant in Zaragoza, Spain.
Chinese carmakers may pause investment in some EU countries November 01, 2024 Chinese automakers were told by the Ministry of Commerce that they should put the brakes on big investment plans in EU countries that back extra tariffs on Chinese-built EVs, sources told Reuters.
Videoton produces its 5,000th folder inserter machine October 30, 2024 Videoton Enclosures & Systems (VT ES) has reached a major milestone by producing its 5,000th folder inserter machine for Quadient.
Exclusive: Top 30 EMS providers in CEE unveiled October 24, 2024 At this year’s Evertiq Expo in Warsaw, the spotlight shone on the top 30 largest EMS providers in Central and Eastern Europe. Unveiled exclusively at the Expo on October 24, the top list highlights key players driving the region's electronics manufacturing industry. So, who are the biggest players in the region?