GPV reports 5% drop in Q1 revenue – optimises its footprint
May 07, 2025
Denmark-based EMS provider GPV has had a satisfactory start to 2025. The electronics manufacturer generated sales of DKK 2.2 billion (EUR 294.8 million) in the first quarter of 2025, against DKK 2.3 billion (EUR 308.2 million) in the same period last year, a YoY decrease of 5%, in line with expectations.
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Waystream relocates production back home to Sweden
April 03, 2025
Swedish telecom company Waystream has appointed EMS provider Note as its exclusive production partner, shifting all manufacturing operations to Sweden.
Breaking down the Nordic EMS market – a top 10 list
March 27, 2025
The Nordic EMS industry is thriving, with over 74 companies in Sweden, 39 in Finland, 28 in Denmark, and 17 in Norway competing for market share. As the industry experiences continued growth, fuelled by continuous innovation and a changing technology landscape, the top players are cementing their dominance.
Top 10 IC design houses See 49% YoY growth in 2024
March 18, 2025
TrendForce reports that the combined revenue of the world’s top 10 IC design houses reached approximately USD 249.8 billion in 2024, marking a 49% YoY growth. The surge is largely attributed to the booming AI industry, with Nvidia dominating the market.
ASML reports sakes of €28.3 billion in 2024
January 30, 2025
Dutch semiconductor equipment manufacturer ASML closed 2024 on a high note, reporting total net sales of EUR 28.3 billion for the year and a net income of EUR 7.6 billion.
US tightens export controls on advanced AI technologies
January 15, 2025
The US Department of Commerce's Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) has issued an interim final rule, effective January 13, 2025, enhancing export controls on advanced computing ICs and certain artificial intelligence (AI) model weights.
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.
Global EV sales up 35% in October, propelled by China
November 15, 2024
Sales of EVs, including fully electric and plug-in hybrids, reached 1.72 million worldwide in October, research firm Rho Motion’s data showed, with sales in China hitting 1.2 million vehicles.
Schneider ousts CEO after differences over strategy
November 05, 2024
Peter Herweck was CEO of French multinational Schneider Electric for 18 months. He is being replaced by company veteran Olivier Blum, the chief of its key energy management business.
A misunderstood crisis: the semiconductor "shortage"
October 21, 2024
At Evertiq Expo Gothenburg, industry experts Dieter Weiss and Dr. Mareike Haass from in4ma discussed the misunderstood semiconductor "shortage" and its severe impact on the EMS sector. They explained how panic buying inflated demand, leading to an inventory surplus and revenue struggles in 2024. They also stressed the need for immediate action to stabilise the market for 2025.
Weak European market lowers NCAB's Q3 sales and earnings
October 10, 2024
NCAB expects net sales of between SEK 880 and 900 million (EUR 70.3 – 79.1 million) for the third quarter of 2024, approximately 10% lower than the corresponding quarter in 2023.
Foxconn to invest $50 million in India in chip JV with HCL
October 04, 2024
The Taiwanese electronics manufacturing giant has purchased a 40% stake in a semiconductor JV for USD 37 million.
Nio gets $1.9 billion injection from parent, investors
September 30, 2024
Strategic investors have agreed to invest USD 470 million in cash in Nio China. The carmaker has also agreed to invest USD 1.4 billion in cash to subscribe to the newly issued shares of Nio China.
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.
Note to build a new factory in Lund
September 17, 2024
Swedish EMS provider Note has signed an agreement with property developer Wihlborgs to build a new factory for the operations in Note Lund.
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Intel sells its stake in Arm
August 15, 2024
As previously reported, Intel has announced a 15% reduction in its workforce affecting approximately 15,000 employees. The company wants to deliver USD 10 billion in cost savings in 2025. Now the US company has sold its 1.18 million share stake in Arm Holdings.
Global silicon wafer shipments up 7.1% in Q2
August 02, 2024
New data from industry body SEMI says silicon wafer shipments hit 3,035 million square inches (MSI) in the second quarter of 2024.
Niacet invests $50m in US chip chemicals business
May 20, 2024
Irish manufacturer Niacet Specialty Chemicals has announced a major expansion of its Niagara Falls facility to boost its presence in the growing New York semiconductor supply chain.
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Silvaco files for IPO, closes deal with Micron
April 19, 2024
Silvaco Group has agreed an enhanced partnership with Micron just a few days after filing for a $100m initial public offering on the Nasdaq Global Market.
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North American PCB industry sales down 3.9% in January
February 27, 2024
Total North American PCB shipments in January 2023 were down 3.9% compared to the same month last year. Compared to the preceding month, January shipments were down 7.9%.
ASML export licence revoked over China military fear
February 21, 2024
Dutch Minister of Foreign Affairs and Minister of Foreign Trade, Geoffrey van Leeuwen, has expressed fears that ASML’s chipmaking equipment will be used for military purposes in China. Which is why the minister has decided to deny the company an export licence
SMIC's revenue fell by nearly $1bn in 2023
February 08, 2024
China’s biggest chip firm, SMIC, endured a tough 2023 with sales down to $6.32 billion from $7.27 billion a year earlier.
Synopsys acquires RISC-V specialist Imperas
December 21, 2023
California-based Synopsys has bought its compatriot company Imperas to better address customer demand for RISC-V-based advanced SoCs.
Note updates its financial targets
December 13, 2023
Swedish EMS provider Note has presented new financial targets for the company.
Gartner: semiconductor revenue to grow 17% in 2024
December 04, 2023
In its latest forecast, Gartner projects that global semiconductor revenue will grow 16.8% in 2024 and reach USD 624 billion. In 2023 however, the market is expected to to drop 10.9%, reaching USD 534 billion.
Incap's revenues slips 29% during 3Q
October 26, 2023
EMS provider Incap saw its revenue slip by 29% during the third quarter of 2023, a consequence of its largest customer's need to reduce its inventories.
Sanctions to slash China's demand for high-end AI servers
October 19, 2023
October 17th brings a new round of developments in the ongoing chip war between the US and China as the Department of Commerce issued another update to its export control regulations.
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