Sinbon Electronics opens new facility in Mexico August 21, 2025 Taiwanese electronic component design and integrated connector manufacturing solutions provider, has inaugurated its new facility in the Villa de Reyes Industrial Park, San Luis Potosí, Mexico.
Global semiconductor sales increase 7.8% from Q1 to Q2 August 14, 2025 Global semiconductor sales were $179.7 billion during the second quarter of 2025, an increase of 7.8% compared to Q1, reports the Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA).
Eaton to acquire Texas-based Resilient Power Systems July 25, 2025 Resilient’s line of ultra-compact EV charging depots connect directly to the existing distribution grid allowing clients to deploy EV fleet and public charging stations quickly and efficiently. Its highly differentiated technology has additional application potential for data centers.
Air Liquide invests $50M to build gas plant for chipmaking in US July 21, 2025 The French company is set to design, build and operate a new advanced production facility at the site of one of the world’s leading semiconductor manufacturers in southeastern United States.
ESD industry posts $5.1 billion in revenue in Q1 2025 July 16, 2025 All geographic regions reported growth, with Americas, EMEA and Japan registering double digit increases.
One in a Million. People used to be our greatest strength July 07, 2025 In this first article of Evertiq’s new expert column series, Claus Aasholm – seasoned technology executive and strategist – shares his perspective on the trends, challenges, and breakthroughs shaping the global electronics industry. Drawing on decades of hands-on experience, Claus offers sharp, thought-provoking insights that go beyond headlines and buzzwords. Expect analysis that connects the dots – and challenges the status quo.
Zollner completes full acquisition of Bluechips Microhouse July 01, 2025 German EMS provider Zollner Elektronik has completed its full acquisition of Thailand-based electronics manufacturer Bluechips Microhouse. Bluechips will now operate as part of the Zollner Group, under the leadership of Thomas Kiefl.
Scanfil strengthens US presence with majority stake in ADCO Circuits June 11, 2025 Finnish EMS provider Scanfil is expanding its footprint in the US and entering the aerospace and defence market through the acquisition of a majority stake in ADCO Circuits Inc., an EMS provider based in the Greater Detroit area.
Connect expands global footprint with new US manufacturing plant June 04, 2025 Connect Group USA will specialize in assembly and module building and after-sales services, supported by core functions in sales, test development, production center operations, and a customer focus center.
Meyer Burger files for insolvency for German subsidiaries June 02, 2025 The German subsidiaries of Meyer Burger Technology AG, Meyer Burger (Industries) GmbH and Meyer Burger (Germany) GmbH, have each filed for insolvency proceedings.
ViTrox Americas launches training center in Texas June 02, 2025 Training takes place at ViTrox’s Demo Center, which now features cutting-edge systems such as the V510i 3D MicroAOI, V510i DST Dual-Side AOI, V9i XL for large-format ARV inspection, and the V97i with flipper conveyor for post-solder and final assembly inspection.
KEC wins $120M in new orders, expands into semiconductor sector May 14, 2025 The new orders include a STATCOM project from a global OEM in India and supply contracts for towers, hardware and poles in the Americas through its transmission and distribution division.
Ferrotec breaks ground on second manufacturing facility in Kulim May 07, 2025 Ferrotec Holdings Corporation has officially broken ground on its second high-technology manufacturing facility in Kulim, Kedah, Malaysia, marking a MYR 1 billion (USD 226 million) investment aimed at strengthening its precision manufacturing capacity for semiconductor components.
Global semiconductor sales increase 18.8% YoY in 1Q25 May 06, 2025 The Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA) reports that global semiconductor sales reached USD 167.7 billion in the first quarter of 2025, marking an 18.8% increase compared to the same period last year. However, sales were down 2.8% compared to the fourth quarter of 2024.
Forge Nano’s battery and chip ambitions get $40M boost May 02, 2025 Forge Nano’s total capital investment now exceeds USD 140 million, adding RockCreek to a shareholder roster that includes GM Ventures, Volkswagen, LG Technology Ventures, Hanwha, Mitsui Kinzoku, Sumitomo Corporation of Americas, Air Liquide, Catalus Capital and SBI Investment
TMEIC breaks ground on third manufacturing facility in Texas April 29, 2025 TMEIC Corporation Americas, a subsidiary of Japanese TMEIC Corporation, has broken ground on its third US manufacturing facility, located in Waller County, Texas.
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.
ESD industry posts $4.9B in revenue in Q4 2024 April 15, 2025 The Electronic System Design (ESD) industry revenue increased 11% to USD 4,927.3 million in the fourth quarter of 2024 from the USD 4,440.9 million reported in the fourth quarter of 2023, the ESD Alliance, a SEMI Technology Community, reports.
Semiconductor sales surge – but what's driving the momentum? April 15, 2025 According to the latest data from the Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA), global semiconductor sales reached USD 54.9 billion in February 2025 – up 17.1% from the same month last year. This marks the 10th consecutive month of double-digit year-over-year growth, with the Americas leading the way with a 48.4% YoY increase.
Global fab equipment investment expected to reach $110B in 2025 April 03, 2025 Global fab equipment spending for front-end facilities in 2025 is anticipated to increase by 2% YoY to USD 110 billion, marking the sixth consecutive year of growth since 2020, SEMI reports.
J. Lindsley Ruth named CEO of Infinite Electronics March 31, 2025 He succeeds Penny Cotner, who has decided to step down as CEO after 12 years with the company. Ruth is an accomplished and seasoned CEO, with deep experience in both electronics and distribution.
Call2Recycle, RLG partner to enhance battery collection safety March 27, 2025 The LiSa boxes, a tech provided by RLG, will be introduced in Call2Recycle’s extensive collection network and support industries using and collecting large volumes of lithium-ion batteries in Canada.
SK On, Nissan ink 100GWh US EV battery supply pact March 21, 2025 South Korea’s SK On will supply high-nickel batteries to Nissan from 2028 to 2033, involving a total investment of USD 661 million. This production will support 1,700 US jobs at SK On.
Global Semiconductor sales increase 17.9% YoY in January March 11, 2025 Global semiconductor sales hit USD 56.5 billion during the month of January 2025, an increase of 17.9% compared to the January 2024 total of USD 47.9 billion but 1.7% less than the December 2024 total of USD 57.5 billion, reports the Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA).
TTI ink global distribution deal with Samtec February 12, 2025 TTI, a specialty distributor of electronic components, is now an authorised distributor of Samtec products.
Global semiconductor sales increase 19.1% in 2024 February 11, 2025 Global semiconductor sales hit USD 627.6 billion in 2024, an increase of 19.1% compared to the 2023 total of USD 526.8 billion, reports the Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA).
ESD industry posts $5.1 billion in 3Q24 revenue January 15, 2025 Electronic System Design (ESD) industry revenue increased 8.8% to USD 5,114.5 million in the third quarter of 2024 from the USD 4,702.4 million registered in the third quarter of 2023, the ESD Alliance reports.
Eaton wins contract to support NY CREATES’ new facility January 15, 2025 Eaton has signed a contract valued at approximately USD 20 million to help support the construction of NY CREATES' new NanoFab Reflection semiconductor R&D facility at its Albany NanoTech Complex.
Global semiconductor sales increase 20.7% YoY in November January 14, 2025 Global semiconductor sales hit USD 57.8 billion during the month of November 2024, an increase of 20.7% compared to the November 2023 total of USD 47.9 billion and 1.6% more than the October 2024 total of USD 56.9 billion, reports the Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA).
Eighteen new semiconductor fabs start construction in 2025 January 08, 2025 The semiconductor industry is gearing up for a major expansion, with 18 new fabs set to start construction in 2025, according to the latest World Fab Forecast report from SEMI. These projects, spanning three 200mm and fifteen 300mm facilities, will primarily start operations between 2026 and 2027.
Ventec expands with new PCB material facility in Thailand December 17, 2024 Ventec International Group has chosen Thailand as the location for a new state-of-the-art PCB materials manufacturing facility.
Fingerprint inks global distribution deal with Future Electronics December 10, 2024 Future Electronics and Swedish biometrics company Fingerprint Cards have entered into a global distribution agreement under which Future Electronics will be delivering Fingerprints’ biometric solutions across Future's network in the Americas, EMEA, and Asia-Pacific.