EU makes a push to boost European AI innovation
December 12, 2024
The European High Performance Computing Joint Undertaking (EuroHPC) has selected seven proposals to establish and operate the first AI Factories across Europe.
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Global robot density in factories have doubled in seven years
November 27, 2024
Robot adoption in factories continues at high speed: The new global average robot density reached a record of 162 units per 10,000 employees in 2023 – more than double the number measured only seven years ago (74 units), reports the International Federation of Robotics (IFR).
Exclusive: Top 30 EMS providers in CEE unveiled
October 24, 2024
At this year’s Evertiq Expo in Warsaw, the spotlight shone on the top 30 largest EMS providers in Central and Eastern Europe. Unveiled exclusively at the Expo on October 24, the top list highlights key players driving the region's electronics manufacturing industry. So, who are the biggest players in the region?
Red Pitaya’s Tilen Nikoforov on expanding to other markets
August 19, 2024
During Evertiq Expo Cracow 2024 we spoke to Red Pitaya's Tilen Nikoforov. Red Pitaya, a Slovenia-based company, offers high-performance instruments in the test and measurement market.
NCAB enters Austria via acquisition
July 05, 2024
NCAB acquires the former PCB division of EPI Components Trade in Lieserbrücke, Austria. The previous owner, Christian Brugger, will stay on and grow the business together with NCAB.
Jaltek and SG Automotive form strategic partnership
November 23, 2023
UK-based contract electronics manufacturer Jaltek Systems has joined hands with Slovenian EMS provider SG Automotive. The two companies have signed a collaboration agreement to support demand from the European and UK markets.
Slovenian EMS launches serial production post restructuring
October 11, 2023
Slovenian EMS provider SG Automotive recently embarked on its first major serial production venture – which is not in the automotive sector – following the completion of a successful restructuring at the end of 2021.
Danutek to bring Solderking to the European market
July 11, 2022
Solderking, a nanufacturer of solders and chemical consumables, will work with Danutek to bring its product range to a wider European customer base.
Hisense intends to significantly increase TV production in Velenje
May 25, 2021
TV production at the Hisense Europe Electronics factory in Velenje, Slovenia was launched at the beginning of the year, and today the facility employs more than 750 employees
Kontron bundles its EMS/ODM manufacturing companies within Europe
October 28, 2020
The IoT/Embedded computing technology company says it is grouping its six production sites in Europe into and EMS/ODM network.
Hisense Gorenje to start European production of TVs in January
October 21, 2020
As we move into the next year, Hisense owned Gorenje Group will start production of TV sets for the European market at its plant in Velenje, Slovenia, as part of the new Hisense Europe Electronic company.
Gorenje reduces the number of layoffs
May 22, 2020
At the end of April, due to a sharp drop in orders and revenues as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Hisense Europe Group launched a redundancy program in four companies in Slovenia.
Gorenje forced to reduce its workforce due to impact of COVID-19
April 28, 2020
Hisense Europe Group (Gorenje) says that the financial impact of the COVID-19 pandemic has forced the company cut the number of employees.
Nordson ASYMTEK expands Amtest representation to Bulgaria
July 10, 2019
Nordson ASYMTEK has entered into an agreement with their distributor, Amtest Group, to expand its representation of Nordson ASYMTEK to Bulgaria.
Yaskawa opens new production facility in Slovenia
April 11, 2019
Following two years of construction, Japanese Yaskawa has now opened its new robot production facility with European robotics development centre at Kočevje/Slovenia.
Daimler & Geely form JV to make smart an all electric carmaker
March 28, 2019
The German automotive group and Zhejiang Geely Holding Group are teaming up to form a 50-50 globally focused joint venture to own, operate and further develop the smart brand.
Rosenbauer puts new Slovenian production hall into operation
February 28, 2019
The Austrian company has invested a total of EUR 1.5 million to add 1'000 additional square metres of production area at its Slovenian facility.
Würth Elektronik eiSos opens subsidiary in Slovenia
January 24, 2019
Continuous double-digit growth and most favourable prospects for the future were the foundation for the expansion of Würth Elektronik eiSos.
RoboticsX openend new R&D facility in Slovenia
November 16, 2018
RoboticsX GmbH, a München based German company, opened new research and development (R&D) center in Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia. The new facility, called Area X-1, will serve as a development center for Industry 4.0 solutions, focused on smart robots and advanced industrial automation solutions.
Iskraemeco opens new production line
June 28, 2018
To meet rising demand for smart electricity meters, Iskraemeco recently installed a new production line at the company’s headquarters in Kranj.
Yaskawa with further investments in Slovenia
May 16, 2018
Following the construction of its first European robot factory in Kočevje, Slovenia, Yaskawa is pursuing its expansion strategy in Europe.
MLCC shortages create challenges in 2018
April 24, 2018
Limited capacity expansion in the MLCC (Multi-Layer Ceramic Capacitor) industry, specifically the ability to stack ceramic layers are forecast to extend shortages of MLCC to 2020 and beyond.
Robots on the rise – density increases globally
February 08, 2018
The introduction of robotics and automation of production is accelerating around the world, says the International Federation of Robotics. 74 robot units per 10’000 employees is the new average of global robot density in the manufacturing industries.
Yaskawa inaugurates extension in Allershausen
January 18, 2018
Japanese robotics company, Yaskawa, has added a 5’000 square metre building extension into its operations at its Allerhausen site near Munich.
Yaskawa breaks ground on new production plant in Slovenia
November 06, 2017
The Japanese automation company is continuing to increase its presence in Europe; this time with a new robot factory in Slovenia.
Hidria and Orchid team up on electro mobility solutions of the future
October 16, 2017
To reduce both energy costs and pollution, a growing number of countries are turning to green innovative solutions, one of them being the development of electric vehicles.
Yaskawa continues to invest in Europe
June 21, 2017
Japanese technology group Yaskawa is investing in 10'000 square metres of modern factories and buildings in Europe.
Yaskawa invests in Sweden
June 08, 2017
Japanese robotics company Yaskawa is expanding its manufacturing base in Torsås (Sweden).
Ground-breaking for Yaskawa extension complex in Germany
April 20, 2017
Yaskawa is expanding its site in Allershausen near Munich (Germany), the headquarters of the European Robotics Division.
Hyundai Mobis starts local production in Europe
April 20, 2017
Hyundai Mobis opens a new, 54,000m2 large, production facility in Mošnov (Czech Republic). The factory has an annual capacity of 750'000 head lamps and tail lamps respectively.
Kolektor new owner of Kolektor Micro-Motor
April 10, 2017
Kolektor has become 100 percent owner of Kolektor Micro-Motor, ahead of schedule.
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