A homemade crisis: Europe's EMS market shrank 14% in 2024 August 06, 2025 At Evertiq Expo Berlin, market analyst Dieter Weiss (in4ma) and Christoph Solka (IPC, today Global Electronics Association) took the stage once more — not to speak of promise and growth, but of collapse. With data from over 400 companies and biting commentary, the duo unpacked what they claim to be the worst year for Europe’s EMS industry in two decades — and a crisis entirely of the industry’s own making.
jabil to invest $500M in US AI and cloud manufacturing expansion June 17, 2025 US-based EMS provider Jabil plans to invest approximately USD 500 million over the coming years to expand its manufacturing capabilities in the Southeast United States. The initiative is aimed at supporting the increasing demand for infrastructure powering cloud computing and artificial intelligence.
Jabil and AVL partner on next-gen vehicle technologies May 23, 2025 Electronics manufacturer Jabil has entered into a partnership with AVL Software and Functions to jointly develop next-generation vehicle technologies. The collaboration, formalised through a memorandum of understanding (MOU), aims to streamline the design and production of key automotive systems.
Top 50 EMS firms grew 12.7% in 2024, reached $477B in assembly revenue April 18, 2025 Overall, the APAC region accounted for around 74.7% of the Top 50 EMS revenue, and the Americas achieved 20.4% revenue growth, an increase of 2.4%, while the EMEA region constituted 2.5%, and an increase of 0.3%, mainly due to extensive activity in acquisitions.
Jabil expands with new factory in India March 05, 2025 EMS provider Jabil says that it will open a new factory in Gujarat, its second factory in India.
Humanoid robots are coming – and building themselves February 26, 2025 With Jabil’s manufacturing experience and Apollo’s design built for mass production, the vision of robots building robots moves closer to reality, paving the way for the mass adoption of humanoid robots.
Jabil to close manufacturing facility in Italy January 21, 2025 US-based EMS provider Jabil reportedly plans to shut down its operations in Marcianise, Italy, by March this year. This decision will impact 413 employees, with redundancy procedures set to take effect within 75 days.
in4ma: the state of the EMS Industry in 2024 December 03, 2024 The EMS industry faced significant challenges in 2024 – as discussed in an interview with in4ma analyst, Dieter G. Weiss, during Evertiq Expo Warsaw. Weiss provided a thorough summary of the industry's current problems, prospects, and the contrasting dynamics between Western and Eastern Europe.
East-West contrasts shape Europe’s EMS landscape November 19, 2024 On 24 October 2024, industry analyst and in4ma founder Dieter G. Weiss addressed the audience at the Evertiq Expo Warsaw, sharing insights into the European EMS landscape. Weiss offered a comprehensive overview of the sector’s dynamics, particularly in Central and Eastern Europe, highlighting market trends, labour challenges, and economic shifts.
Jabil is looking to expand in India November 14, 2024 EMS provider Jabil has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Gujarat state government – an agreement that allows the company to explore expansion opportunities in India
Jabil to close Kentucky plant, 108 jobs lost October 15, 2024 EMS provider Jabil is reportedly closing one of its three facilities in Florence, Kentucky, USA.
Jabil opens 516,000 sqft manufacturing site in Croatia October 14, 2024 Customers can enjoy close proximity to the European market through Osijek’s strategic location, with excellent air, road, sea and river port access, the US company said.
Jabil acquires Mikros Technologies October 03, 2024 EMS provider Jabil has acquired Mikros Technologies LLC, an engineering and manufacturing company of liquid cooling solutions for thermal management.
East vs. West – how does Europe’s EMS landscape differ September 30, 2024 The European EMS landscape reveals significant contrasts between Western and Central/Eastern Europe. To explore these differences, Evertiq spoke with Dieter Weiss, founder of in4ma, who provides insights into European EMS market.
Exclusive: Europe’s biggest EMS players September 19, 2024 Top 25 list of EMS companies in Europe only on Evertiq. Respected industry analyst Dieter G. Weiss of in4ma and IPC have prepared a TOP 25 list that includes European EMS firms and global players in Europe.
Jabil to expand its operations in India September 11, 2024 EMS provider Jabil is planning an expansion in the South Indian state of Tamil Nadu.
AAT installs stencil cleaner at Jabil in San Jose May 27, 2024 Austin American Technology (AAT) has installed its new X-40A 4.0 stencil cleaner at EMS provider Jabil in San Jose, California.
Management changes at Jabil, names new CEO May 20, 2024 EMS provider Jabil announced a number of senior leadership transitions that are effective immediately.
Asia still dominates among EMS providers April 16, 2024 According to Manufacturing Market Insider's (MMI) annual overview of the world's largest EMS providers, the top 50 companies generated USD 423 billion in revenue.
Jabil to to close its Vancouver site – 120 jobs lost March 06, 2024 EMS giant Jabil is planning to close its Vancouver, Washington operation – resulting in the permanent layoff of 120 employees.
Jabil expands with a new centre of manufacturing in Chihuahua, Mexico January 17, 2024 EMS provider Jabil says that it has enhanced its digital commerce capabilities, encompassing the design, development, and manufacturing of retail and warehouse automation solutions, at a newly expanded centre of excellence in Chihuahua, Mexico.
Jabil to scale development and production for Revolut January 16, 2024 Electronics manufacturer Jabil and Revolut have been collaborating since 2021 to diversify the digital banking company’s product portfolio, including the launch of Revolut Reader, a compact, custom hardware platform that enables merchants to accept in-store or on-the-go payments. Now It’s time to scale manufacturing.
Jabil turns to Arch for data and analytics solution January 04, 2024 Provider of machine data and analytics for manufacturing Arch Systems has entered into a three-year strategic collaboration with EMS provider Jabil Inc.
Jabil completes the divestiture of Mobility business January 02, 2024 EMS provider Jabil has closed the transaction to divest its Mobility business to BYD Electronic (International) Company Limited ) in a cash transaction valued at $2.2 billion.
Supplyframe team up Jabil December 14, 2023 The partners say that they are looking to "revolutionize the electronics industry", uniting to revamp sourcing, quoting, and the procurement processes.
Jabil opens third facility in Chihuahua, Mexico November 21, 2023 EMS provider Jabil has officially opened its third production facility at its site in the city of Chihuahua, Mexico – creating new jobs in the region.
Jabil acquires component recovery specialist Retronix November 06, 2023 EMS provider Jabil has acquired Retronix, a specialist in the reclamation and refurbishment of electronic components.
Fictiv expands its manufacturing network into Mexico November 06, 2023 Fictiv, the operating system for custom manufacturing, has added Mexico to its global network of manufacturing partners.
Jabil takes over production and sale of Intel's silicon photonics components October 31, 2023 EMS provider Jabil will take over the manufacture and sale of Intel’s current Silicon Photonics-based pluggable optical transceiver (module) product lines
Jabil to cut 140 jobs in Fremont October 23, 2023 EMS provider Jabil is laying off Silicon Valley 140 employees at its location in Fremont.
Jabil launches restructuring plan, reduces headcount October 03, 2023 The EMS provider’s board of directors has approved a restructuring plan which will result in a reduction of its workforce.
Another solid year for Jabil September 29, 2023 “The team delivered yet another solid year and I’m pleased with the progress we’ve made relative to our financial objectives,” says Jabil CEO Kenny Wilson.