ST's response to the global race for AI
April 17, 2025
In recent years, the electronics industry has been marked by tension caused by economic, defence, and technological turmoil. Many countries and companies view artificial intelligence as both a major opportunity and a potential game changer in the ongoing race. The challenges surrounding AI were a key focus at the recent Evertiq Expo in Sophia Antipolis — a topic that drew strong interest, as reflected in the high attendance at the presentation by Edwin Hilkens of STMicroelectronics.
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Melexis deepens China bet with local chip production
April 17, 2025
Belgian semiconductor company Melexis is taking the next steps in its China strategy by establishing a locally embedded logistics hub and end-to-end local manufacturing in China.
Pasi Pylväs: “The Chips Act isn’t the complete solution”
April 17, 2025
At this year’s Evertiq Expo Tampere, Pasi Pylväs – director of the Finnish Chips Competence Center – gave a presentation covering the current state of European chip manufacturing, what The EU Chips Act gets right, and what still needs to be done in order to secure the industry’s future.
Fortec launches enhances production strategy for the US market
April 16, 2025
Fortec Group has unveiled a new production strategy aimed at supporting European companies in optimising their supply chains for the US market. The initiative is designed to address both cost efficiency and trade resilience in the face of evolving international conditions.
AI, embargoes, and the end of the chip cycle
April 16, 2025
The well-known four-year ebb and flow of the semiconductor industry is over. Political decisions and ambitions challenge the economic logic of supply and demand. Subsidies, embargoes and the AI revolution are now dictating the investment decisions while China plays the long game.
PCBAIR invests in AI to boost defect prediction in PCB manufacturing
April 15, 2025
PCBAIR, a Chinese PCB manufacturer and assembly service provider, says that it is increasing R&D funding to incorporate AI into its manufacturing processes, improving defect prediction accuracy and efficiency.
GPV increases its involvement in the defence sector
April 15, 2025
With geopolitical tensions continuing to rise, focus on defence and security has intensified. In response, EMS provider GPV is increasing its involvement in defence activities.
Cicor enter into a strategic supply partnership with Mercury
April 15, 2025
Cicor Group has entered into a strategic supply agreement with Mercury Mission Systems International S.A. (Mercury), a technology company active in the global aerospace and defence industry, under which Cicor will acquire a manufacturing operation in Plan-Les-Ouates, Switzerland.
Frontgrade opens the doors to its Microelectronics Facility
April 15, 2025
Frontgrade Technologies is allowing third-party access to its Colorado Springs manufacturing facility for microelectronics production. The move enables aerospace and defense programs to utilise Frontgrade’s experience in manufacturing, packaging, testing, and qualification.
South Korea unveils $23B semiconductor support package
April 15, 2025
The move comes amid growing uncertainty in the global semiconductor sector following US President Donald Trump’s changing tariff policies and the escalating trade war between the US and China.
Apogee partners with Arrow to boost space-grade tech network
April 14, 2025
The partnership will expand the distribution network for Apogee’s high-reliability ICs and radiation-tolerant solutions, bringing their technologies to a broader market across aerospace and defense.
New tariffs on semiconductors are on the way, warns Trump
April 14, 2025
US Commerce secretary Howard Lutnick said President Donald Trump would impose “a special focus-type of tariff” on smartphones, computers and other electronics products within a month or two.
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Samsung’s AI robot Ballie paired with Google Cloud’s Gemini
April 11, 2025
Ballie, a home AI companion robot from Samsung, will use Google Cloud’s generative AI tech Gemini’s multimodal capabilities along with proprietary Samsung language models to process and understand a variety of inputs.
Polymatech to set up $130M GaN chip plant in Chhattisgarh
April 11, 2025
In September 2024, Indian chipmaker Polymatech Electronics announced an investment of USD 16 million in Bahrain to establish a semiconductor manufacturing plant in the gulf country.
Farnell inks new global distribution agreement with MCC
April 11, 2025
Farnell has entered into a global distribution agreement with Micro Commercial Components (MCC), expanding its range of discrete semiconductor solutions available to customers in sectors such as automotive, industrial, consumer electronics, and computing.
Semiconductor industry grows 21% in 2024; Nvidia takes lead
April 10, 2025
The global semiconductor industry saw substantial growth in 2024, with worldwide revenue rising 21% year-over-year to reach USD 655.9 billion, according to final figures from Gartner. For the first time, Nvidia claimed the top spot in the global rankings, capturing 11.7% market share, followed by Samsung Electronics and Intel.
IQE and X-FAB to develop European-based GaN Power device platform
April 10, 2025
IQE plc, a supplier of compound semiconductor wafer products and advanced material solutions, and X-FAB Silicon Foundries have entered into a Joint Development Agreement (JDA) to create a European-based GaN Power device platform solution.
Incap US invests in advanced SMT technology
April 10, 2025
EMS provider Incap Electronics US is expanding its production capacity by investing approximately USD 2 million (EUR 1.82 million) in new advanced SMT production equipment.
The creation of an EU electronics raw materials database
April 09, 2025
In his previous guest article, Dirk Stans, Managing Partner at Eurocircuits, outlined three key actions needed to strengthen Europe’s electronics industry. Now, in this follow-up, he delves deeper into the second priority: the creation of an EU electronics raw materials database.
Intelligent Memory eyes growth despite harket headwinds
April 08, 2025
The memory market has faced significant headwinds over the past two years, according to Nicolas Rossetto of Intelligent Memory. Speaking to Evertiq during the Evertiq Expo in Sophia Antipolis, Rossetto acknowledged the ongoing difficulties in the industry, noting that both large and small memory makers have been impacted by declining prices and weak consumer demand.
Hotayi Electronic breaks ground on Malaysian factory expansion
April 08, 2025
Hotayi Electronic has launched its ambitious Phase 3 expansion with a groundbreaking ceremony in Batu Kawan, Penang. The MYR 500 million (EUR 104.5 million) investment will create a cutting-edge smart manufacturing facility spanning 380,000 square feet. The project will generate 1,000 new high-skilled jobs in the region.
Evertiq Expo heads to Malmö, Kraków, and Berlin this spring
April 08, 2025
Evertiq Expo will continue its 2025 European tour with spring events scheduled in Malmö, Kraków, and Berlin. Following successful expos earlier this year in Sophia Antipolis, France, and Tampere, Finland, the upcoming expos will maintain focus on the electronics industry amid ongoing global uncertainty.
A look back at Evertiq Expo Tampere 2025 – in photos
April 07, 2025
Evertiq Expo Tampere 2025 has wrapped up, and while a few days have passed, the energy of the event still lingers. For those who couldn’t make it – or simply want to relive the day – we’ve gathered some visual highlights to give you a feel for the atmosphere and action.
Cicor expands into Spain – acquires MADES
April 07, 2025
Swiss EMS provider Cicor Group has signed an agreement to acquire 100% of the shares of Spanish electronics company Malaga Aerospace, Defense & Electronics Systems S.A.U. (MADES).
FlashPCB upgrade its manufacturing capabilities
April 03, 2025
US quick-turn PCB assembly provider has strengthened its manufacturing capabilities with the purchase of a 1 Click SMT Drymaster 555L. The sale was facilitated by Don Dennison, President of PIT – Equipment Services, LLC.
Chip industry veteran KC Ang to head Tata Electronics’ foundry unit
April 03, 2025
Ang has worked extensively in countries such as Malaysia, Germany, the US and China. Most recently, he was President–Asia and Chairman–China at Global Foundries, where he served for over 15 years.
Wingtech sells key assets to Luxshare, shifts focus to semiconductors
April 03, 2025
Wingtech Technology Co., Ltd. has announced plans to divest major assets in a strategic move to exit the product integration business (its ODM business) and focus on semiconductors. The company disclosed the proposed transaction in a filing with the Shanghai Stock Exchange.
Kulicke & Soffa to shut down electronics assembly equipment business
April 02, 2025
Kulicke & Soffa’s board of directors has approved a strategic plan to cease operations of its electronics assembly equipment business. The decision aims to refocus the company on core semiconductor assembly business opportunities and improve long-term financial performance, according to a regulatory filing.
GPV’s latest Slovakia factory is up and running
April 02, 2025
EMS provider GPV has strengthened its operational capabilities with its new electronics factory in Piestany, Slovakia, now up and running. The 11,000-square-meter facility was prepared for production throughout 2024 and is now fully operational.
Retain public funds within the EU economy
April 01, 2025
In his previous guest article, Dirk Stans, Managing Partner at Eurocircuits, outlined three key actions needed to strengthen Europe’s electronics industry. Now, in this follow-up, he delves deeper into the first priority: ensuring that public funds remain within the EU economy
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