TTM Technologies names Edwin Roks as President and CEO August 14, 2025 TTM Technologies has appointed Edwin Roks, Ph.D., as its new President and Chief Executive Officer, effective September 2, 2025. Dr. Roks will succeed Thomas T. Edman, who will retire after serving as CEO since 2014.
UbiQD to supply Quantum Dot technology to First Solar July 10, 2025 The supply agreement between the two American companies is expected to enable the early adoption of Quantum Dot (QD) in thin film modules, with the potential for UbiQD to grow to over 100 metric tons of production per year.
Qualcomm to acquire Alphawave Semi in $2.4 billion deal June 10, 2025 Qualcomm Incorporated has signed a definitive agreement to acquire UK-based Alphawave IP Group plc (Alphawave Semi) in a transaction valued at approximately USD 2.4 billion. The acquisition, executed through Qualcomm’s indirect subsidiary Aqua Acquisition Sub LLC, marks a strategic move aimed at accelerating Qualcomm’s expansion into data centre markets.
Quantinuum, Al Rabban launch JV to advance quantum computing in Qatar May 21, 2025 The JV aims to enable access to Quantinuum’s world-leading quantum technologies in the region, co-develop quantum computing applications tailored to regional needs, and train next generation of quantum computing developers in Qatar and the region.
Chemical mechanical planarization market to reach $10.5B by 2035 May 13, 2025 This upward trajectory is driven by the increased complexity in semiconductor architectures, growing demand for miniaturized electronic components, and the expanding integration of advanced node technology across the microelectronics industry.
Teledyne names George Bobb as CEO April 30, 2025 Teledyne Technologies Incorporated has named George C. Bobb III as its President and Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately.
Panasonic Energy to supply batteries for Harbinger’s EVs April 25, 2025 Panasonic Energy will supply Harbinger with its 2170 batteries. Initially, the batteries will be manufactured in Japan. Later, the two companies aim to expand production to include Panasonic’s manufacturing plant in Kansas.
Battery X forms subsidiary to boost North American operations April 14, 2025 The formation of Battery X Discoveries represents a key milestone in the execution of the company’s long-term strategy to secure North American sources of essential battery materials.
Railway battery market to reach $514 million by 2030 April 14, 2025 There is a huge demand for railway batteries in Asia-Pacific in the forecast period, driven by China, India and Japan, which are the rail industry hubs in the region.
KULR’s M35A cells selected by US space company March 17, 2025 Designed to meet NASA’s rigorous 20793 standards, the M35A cells offer a combination of reliability, energy density and adaptability.
TSI introduces Nano LPM System to enhance UPW monitoring March 14, 2025 The Nano LPM System delivers true 10 nanometer (nm) nanoparticle detection, providing a continuous, reliable monitoring of UPW quality.
DHL and Cox Automotive launch UK EV battery service center March 11, 2025 DHL Supply Chain and Cox Automotive have announced a partnership to provide in-life EV battery services for customers.
New Chinese injections give lithium EV batteries 12,000 extra cycles February 28, 2025 Scientists in China have made an incredible breakthrough with a series of injections that could expand the lifespan of lithium-ion batteries for EVs by up to 12,000 cycles.
Reliance Infra to set up integrated solar, battery plants February 21, 2025 By entering into the solar equipment and battery manufacturing business, the group aims to cover the entire spectrum of renewable energy value chain, according to the PTI report.
SEALSQ unveils new U.S manufacturing facility plans January 31, 2025 Semiconductor maker’s plan aligns with U.S. aims to onshore production and reduce reliance on foreign supply chains
Teledyne to acquire select businesses of Excelitas November 12, 2024 Teledyne Technologies Incorporated announced today that it has entered into an agreement to acquire select aerospace and defense electronics businesses from Excelitas Technologies Corp. for USD 710 million in cash.
Exide Industries invests $12 million in lithium-ion plant October 11, 2024 The 12-gigawatt manufacturing plant will focus on the manufacturing and sale of lithium-ion battery cells, modules and packs, with an eye on India’s growing EV and stationary energy storage markets.
‘Pagers used in Lebanon blasts made by Budapest-based BAC’ September 19, 2024 Taiwanese pager maker Gold Apollo says it was not involved in the production of these devices and had only licensed out its brand to the Budapest company.
OKI sets up new PCB manufacturing line August 20, 2024 Japanese OKI Group's PCB company, OKI Circuit Technology, has set up a new ultra-high-multilayer PCB line at its Joetsu Plant in Joetsu City, Niigata Prefecture. Full-scale operations started back in July already.
KKR makes an offer to acquire Fuji Soft August 14, 2024 Investment firm KKR says it intends to make a tender offer to acquire all the outstanding shares of Fuji Soft Incorporated via FK Co., Ltd., an entity owned by investment funds managed by KKR
Analyst: US chip industry could be worth $5.5trn June 07, 2024 The combined market value of the US's top semiconductor firms has surpassed USD 5.5 trillion – making the market the world's third biggest 'economy'.
Teledyne completes its acquisition of Adimec June 06, 2024 Teledyne Technologies Incorporated has successfully completed the previously announced acquisition of Adimec Holding B.V. and its subsidiaries.
ICAPE: "We remain fully committed to our growth trajectory" February 13, 2024 PCB specialist ICAPE reported revenues of EUR 179.5 million in 2023 – impacted by the international industrial and economic context observed during the fiscal year.
Foxconn pledges $55m to Bengaluru-based subsidiary December 28, 2023 Taiwanese electronics giant Foxconn has taken a significant step towards expanding its manufacturing activity in India.
AT&T and Ericsson to accelerate Open RAN in the US December 07, 2023 AT&T says it plans to lead the United States in commercial-scale open radio access network (Open RAN) deployment. The company says that it could spend roughly USD 14 billion over the 5-year term of the contract with Ericsson.
Coherent ready to accelerate SiC business expansion December 07, 2023 Coherent has closed the USD 1 billion aggregate investment by Denso and Mitsubishi Electric Corporation in the company's silicon carbide semiconductor business.
Enovix completes acquisition of Routejade November 16, 2023 Enovix Corporation, an advanced silicon battery company, has completed the acquisition of privately held Routejade, a South Korean battery manufacturer.
Icape expands its footprint with three acquisitions in the US October 09, 2023 The French PCB supplier says that it has acquired the operating assets of the US companies PCB Solutions, Ustek Incorporated and Nujay Technologies Inc.
Market share of OLED automotive panels continues to grow September 26, 2023 The latest “Automotive Display Market Analysis” from TrendForce indicates that the overall demand for automotive display panels (automotive panels) is gradually stabilizing and shows an upward trend as the automotive market as a whole slowly recovers, and promotional activities related to smart cockpits continue to expand.
Semiconductor manufacturer faces a strike ballot over pay August 28, 2023 On Friday 25 August, workers at Diodes Zetex Semiconductors Ltd in Oldham, UK, started voting on strike action in a dispute over a real-term pay cut.
Veoneer completes sale of Active Safety business to Magna June 02, 2023 Automotive technology company Veoneer has completed the sale of its Active Safety business to mobility technology company Magna. The transaction was first announced on December 20, 2022.
Qualcomm to acquire Israel's Autotalks May 08, 2023 Chip designer Qualcomm has disclosed that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Israeli auto-chip maker Autotalks.