Strengthen PCB procurement in Europe – risks of Asian dependency February 27, 2026 Unilateral dependence on Asia for PCBs is a strategic risk. For six years, global geopolitics has been showing us more and more clearly that supply chains are fragile. The pandemic caused massive disruptions, semiconductor shortages led to allocations, the war in Ukraine exacerbated raw material uncertainties, and protectionist measures by the US and the deliberate isolation of Asian markets have made free global trade an illusion.
European PCB revenues rise 2.4% as industry shrinks February 25, 2026 European PCB manufacturing increased by 2.4% in 2025, while the global PCB market expanded by more than 11%, according to Data4PCB. At the same time, 11 manufacturers exited the market, reducing the European PCB base to 168 companies operating 182 facilities.
ElevenEs secures Caterpillar backing, plans battery factory in Serbia February 24, 2026 ElevenEs has completed the first closing of its Series B financing round, with proceeds earmarked for the construction of a 1GWh lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery cell factory in Subotica, Serbia. Construction is scheduled to begin in February 2026, with first cell deliveries expected in 2027.
Europe losing ground in semiconductor research February 13, 2026 Research and development in semiconductor technology is increasingly taking place outside Europe, particularly in Asia, according to a new analysis by EconPol Europe.
ASML plans 1,700 job cuts despite record 2025 result and strong outlook February 12, 2026 ASML plans to cut around 1,700 positions, mainly in the Netherlands, as part of a restructuring of its Technology and IT organisations. The announcement comes as the company reports record net sales of EUR 32.7 billion and net income of EUR 9.6 billion for 2025.
EU launches NanoIC, Europe’s largest Chips Act pilot line February 09, 2026 The European Union has inaugurated NanoIC, its largest pilot line under the Chips Act, at IMEC Leuven in Belgium. The facility represents a total investment of EUR 2.5 billion, of which EUR 700 million coming from EU funding, EUR 700 million from national and regional governments, and the remainder from industry partners, including ASML.
Valens Semiconductor to cut 10% of workforce under efficiency plan January 29, 2026 Valens Semiconductor has announced an operational efficiency plan that includes a reduction of approximately 10% of its workforce across multiple departments.
Trump imposes 25% tariff on some advanced AI chips January 16, 2026 The chips include Nvidia’s H200 and AMD’s MI325X. The White House proclamation follows an investigation under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 and is part of a broader effort to create incentives for chipmakers to produce more semiconductors in the US.
Ericsson announces major layoff plan in Sweden – 1,600 jobs at risk January 15, 2026 Swedish telecom group Ericsson has notified the Swedish Public Employment Service of a proposed headcount reduction that could affect approximately 1,600 positions in Sweden. The measure is described as part of the company’s efforts to strengthen its competitive position.
MLC NAND flash capacity set to fall sharply as major suppliers exit market January 07, 2026 Global production capacity for MLC NAND flash is expected to decline by 41.7% year-on-year in 2026 as leading memory manufacturers continue to scale back or discontinue output, according to new research from TrendForce.
Defence electronics in 2025: Key developments followed by the Evertiq audience December 22, 2025 Defence electronics has become one of the fastest-growing segments of Europe’s technology landscape. Rising military budgets, new procurement cycles, digitalisation of battlefield systems and the need for resilient supply chains are transforming the electronics industry into a strategic pillar of national security. Reading patterns on Evertiq clearly show that the audience is most interested in topics related to industrial collaboration, AI in defence, robotics, component manufacturing, sourcing, and critical materials.
Seven defence technologies driving electronics demand in 2025 December 17, 2025 During this year’s Evertiq Expo in Kraków, the topic of defense electronics filled the conference room to capacity. The top list of defense companies I presented turned out to be only a starting point for conversations that continued long after the session had ended. Behind each of these manufacturers stand dozens of electronics suppliers: semiconductor producers, PCB and RF module manufacturers, and specialized EMS companies. So I asked myself a simple question: which defense technologies drove electronics demand most strongly in 2025? Let’s look at them from the industry’s point of view rather than from a catalogue of weapon systems.
The invisible workhorse of technology: Inside the CPU December 12, 2025 CPUs are at the heart of the devices we use every day – from desktop computers and laptops to smartphones and gaming consoles. But have you ever wondered how CPUs actually work?
MediSensonic: Microwave technologies in medicine and defence December 11, 2025 For years, the Polish company MediSensonic has been known primarily for its medical microwave technologies – including its work on non-invasive glucose monitoring. Today, the company is expanding its presence into dual-use and defence markets, developing microwave anti-drone systems, passive detection platforms and a noise-based radar shield.
Nvidia pilots chip-tracking software amid rising smuggling concerns December 10, 2025 Nvidia is piloting a new software feature that can verify the physical location of its AI chips, aiming to make illicit GPU diversion and smuggling significantly harder. The initiative, described in detail by Reuters, uses telemetry already present in data-centre deployments to estimate where a device is operating — without modifying the chip itself or embedding direct GPS-style hardware tracking.
Europe dreams of sovereignty – but its PCB industry is disappearing in plain sight December 02, 2025 When the EU launched the Chips Act, it wrapped the announcement in a familiar promise: technological sovereignty. More fabs, more capacity, and more control over the strategic products and semiconductors that will power Europe’s future.
The European duo driving a greener electronics industry November 25, 2025 Stephan Theil, CEO of the German company Factronix, presented technologies and processes at Evertiq Expo Warsaw 2025 that can drastically reduce electronics manufacturing costs, carbon footprint and dependence on unstable supply chains.
EU Commission approves €450M Czech aid for Onsemi plant November 25, 2025 The European Commission has approved a EUR 450 million Czech state aid package to support US chipmaker Onsemi in building an integrated semiconductor manufacturing facility in Rožnov pod Radhoštěm.
Nokia to cut 427 jobs in France amid shift toward AI November 24, 2025 Finnish telecom giant Nokia plans to reduce its workforce in France by 427 positions, representing roughly one-fifth of its nearly 2,300 employees in the country, a union source told Les Echos.
Northland acquires two battery storage projects in Poland November 21, 2025 The projects — Mieczysławów (200 MW / 800 MWh) and Kamionka (100 MW / 400 MWh) — each have a four-hour duration and are located in western Poland. Financing and the start of construction are expected in 2026, with an estimated total cost of EUR 200 million.
Nexperia navigates China challenges, supply chain tested November 20, 2025 Nexperia has provided an update on its ongoing operational and governance challenges following the Dutch government’s decision to temporarily suspend a control order under the Goods Availability Act.
Alter launches US semiconductor testing facility in Minnesota November 20, 2025 Alter, a provider of assembly, testing, qualification, and radiation services for high-reliability semiconductors and microelectronics, has officially opened a new semiconductor testing facility in Plymouth, Minnesota.
Netherlands lifts control of Nexperia after talks with China November 19, 2025 The Netherlands has suspended its extraordinary ministerial order under the Goods Availability Act concerning semiconductor manufacturer Nexperia, following constructive discussions with Chinese authorities, Economic Affairs Minister Vincent Karremans announced today.
Nissan to trim Kyushu production again as chips run short November 18, 2025 Nissan Motor will scale back production at its Kyushu plant for a second consecutive week as supply disruptions connected to Nexperia continue to ripple through its operations, according to a Reuters report.
Rising memory prices weigh on consumer markets November 18, 2025 Global smartphone and notebook production is expected to decline in 2026 as rising memory prices and a weak macroeconomic environment weigh on consumer demand, according to market research firm TrendForce.
Dutch delegation heads to China as Nexperia exports resume November 17, 2025 Dutch Minister of Economic Affairs Vincent Karremans has welcomed China’s decision to ease licensing requirements on Nexperia’s legacy semiconductor exports, calling it an important step toward restoring predictable supply of essential chips to Europe and global markets.
Baya Systems accelerates expansion with new UK office November 13, 2025 Baya Systems is opening its first European office in the UK. The move represents a strategic step in the company's global growth, expanding its reach into Europe’s accelerating semiconductor ecosystem and deepening partnerships in the AI, data centre, infrastructure and high-performance computing domains.
Critical Nexperia chip supply from China to be reinstated November 07, 2025 The Dutch government has announced that China will enable the resumption of shipments from Nexperia’s facilities in China, restoring the supply of critical semiconductors.
Germany’s Reflex Aerospace secures €50 million Series A November 07, 2025 The funding will accelerate the development, production and deployment of sovereign satellite constellations providing Optical, Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR), Space Domain Awareness (SDA), and Signal Intelligence (SIGINT) capabilities.
Rochester looks to stabilise Nexperia supply amid industry concerns October 29, 2025 As the industry navigates evolving supply dynamics surrounding Nexperia, Rochester Electronics is offering in‑stock, authorised Nexperia products to manufacturers worldwide.
GlobalFoundries to invest €1.1 billion in German expansion October 29, 2025 GlobalFoundries plans to invest EUR 1.1 billion to expand its semiconductor manufacturing facility in Dresden, Germany.
Copper, gold, silver, platinum–palladium: What’s next for the electronics industry? October 28, 2025 Metal markets are drawing growing attention from both industry and technology sectors. For electronics and component manufacturers, metals such as copper, gold, silver, platinum, and palladium are essential elements of the value chain. Their prices, availability, and supply stability now have a direct impact on production costs, material innovation, and long-term strategic planning.