BorgWarner to supply VTG turbocharger for OEM’s HEV platform April 17, 2026 BorgWarner’s VTG turbocharger technology enables precise control of engine operation, optimizing performance across a broad range of engine speeds and integrating advanced combustion strategies to boost efficiency, enhance fuel economy and lower emissions.
Fujitsu, Chugoku Electric Power T&D sign IP licensing agreement April 17, 2026 Under this agreement, Fujitsu will leverage Chugoku’s intellectual property to launch an advanced power grid operation and maintenance support service for power transmission and distribution companies.
SCREEN’s semiconductor R&D hub opens in New York April 17, 2026 Through this initiative, NY Creates and SCREEN Advanced Technology Center of America (ATCA) intend to connect high-tech organizations in the US and Japan to leverage their networks and drive innovation in SCREEN’s semiconductor R&D focus areas.
German startup Peak Quantum raises €2.2 million April 17, 2026 This brings the company’s total funding to more than EUR 5 million. The funds will be used to further develop the technology and to establish a European pilot production facility for superconducting quantum processors.
EU outlines plan to speed up defence innovation April 16, 2026 The European Commission has unveiled a new EUR 115 million funding instrument aimed at accelerating the development and deployment of disruptive defence technologies, with a strong focus on SMEs, start-ups and scale-ups across the EU.
ASE breaks ground on new Renwu facility to expand testing cluster in Kaohsiung April 16, 2026 Taiwan-based Advanced Semiconductor Engineering (ASE) has held a groundbreaking ceremony for a new facility in Renwu Industrial Park in Kaohsiung, Taiwan, aimed at establishing a semiconductor testing services cluster.
Molex to acquire Teramount to accelerate Co-Packaged Optics push April 16, 2026 Molex has entered into an agreement to acquire Israel-based Teramount, a developer of fiber-to-chip connectivity solutions, in a move aimed at accelerating the adoption of scalable Co-Packaged Optics (CPO).
From selective soldering to inspection: how THT processes are evolving April 16, 2026 Through-hole technology (THT) has never disappeared from electronics manufacturing. But the way it is handled continues to shift — shaped less by the process itself and more by the conditions around it.
Hitachi Rail announces agreement to acquire Clever Devices April 16, 2026 Clever Devices’ portfolio of onboard and centralized data solutions will complement Hitachi Rail’s HMAX Mobility suite. HMAX Mobility is Hitachi Rail’s digital asset management platform that optimizes the performance of railways around the world.
First Evertiq Expo Zurich just around the corner – industry experts to take the stage April 15, 2026 On April 23, Zurich will host the inaugural edition of Evertiq Expo Zurich, bringing together industry professionals for a day that moves between technology, manufacturing and market realities — often without clear boundaries between them.
A+B Electronic expands SMD capacity with second Fuji line April 15, 2026 Assmy & Böttger Electronic GmbH has completed a comprehensive modernisation of its SMD production, adding a second placement line from Fuji Europe Corporation GmbH to increase capacity and introduce redundancy.
Hanwha partners with Indra to boost defence cooperation April 15, 2026 The two companies will promote a combined solution for Chile’s armoured vehicle program. Hanwha Aerospace will supply armoured vehicle platforms while Indra Group will provide Mission System Equipment and serve as regional coordination lead.
Panasonic Electric Works transfers power tools business to Makita April 15, 2026 The transaction will be executed through a company split whereby the business will be transferred to the successor company, followed by the transfer of all issued shares of the successor company to the acquirer.
Rapidus opens new Analysis Centre and Rapidus Chiplet Solutions April 14, 2026 Japanese semiconductor manufacturer Rapidus has opened a new Analysis Centre and launched its Rapidus Chiplet Solutions (RCS), expanding its development infrastructure ahead of planned advanced semiconductor production in fiscal 2027.
Kioxia, Solidigm and SanDisk invests in Nanya Technology April 14, 2026 Nanya Technology Corporation has received strategic participation in its private placement from Kioxia, SK hynix subsidiary Solidigm and SanDisk, as the company accelerates investment in advanced DRAM capacity for AI-driven demand.
Electronics under pressure: how real-world conflict is reshaping design assumptions April 14, 2026 For years, defence electronics followed a relatively stable logic. Systems were designed against defined threat models, tested in controlled environments, certified, and then deployed with the expectation that they would remain valid over time.
YMTC plans new fabs to boost capacity amid rising US-China tensions April 14, 2026 Chinese memory chipmaker Yangtze Memory Technologies (YMTC) is planning to build two additional plants alongside a facility nearing completion, in a move that would more than double its production capacity, according to a Reuters report citing sources familiar with the matter.
Toshiba begins sampling of 30-34 TB SMR nearline HDDs April 14, 2026 M12 Series HDDs leverage Toshiba’s proprietary design and analysis technologies cultivated through the development of slimmer and more compact components. The new M12 is the first glass substrate nearline HDD for Toshiba.
Monarch raises $55M to advance quantum photonics April 13, 2026 The funding will accelerate production of the US company’s Quantum Light Engines, photonic control systems for quantum computing, sensing and networking, while supporting scale-up, supply chain expansion and global partnerships.
India signs $47M contract for Russian air defence system April 13, 2026 The USD 47 million contract for the procurement of Tunguska Air Defence Missile Systems for the Indian Army was signed with JSC Rosoboronexport, Russia’s state intermediary agency for the export/import of defense and dual-use products, technologies and services.
TDK, Nippon Chemical Industrial establish joint venture April 13, 2026 The joint venture will focus on the development of ceramic materials primarily for MLCCs, other electronic component materials, and their manufacturing processes.
Technology, scaled: from visible to almost unimaginable April 10, 2026 How often do we really think about the scale of the technologies we use? How small are the elements that make up a single device — and how far does that scale extend beyond what we can see?
IQM to deploy 54-qubit quantum computer at Poland’s Galaxy April 10, 2026 The system, which will be installed at Galaxy Systemy Informatyczne’s headquarters in Zielona Góra later this year, will enable Galaxy to execute quantum algorithms across various application areas.
Kinetic finalizes majority stake agreement with Cyient Semiconductors April 10, 2026 Cyient Semiconductors’ global reach enables Kinetic Technologies to tap into India’s semiconductor ecosystem, gaining access to engineering talent, OSAT and manufacturing partners, and stronger design capabilities.
Stanley completes sale of CAM business to Howmet for $1.8B April 10, 2026 Stanley Black & Decker expects to utilize the net proceeds from the sale of its Consolidated Aerospace Manufacturing (CAM) business Howmet Aerospace to reduce debt.
Siemens joins ESA’s EPIC program to empower European startups April 10, 2026 Siemens will provide industrial-grade, comprehensive digital twin capabilities and a fully digital engineering and simulation backbone for the European space industry along with access to mentors and experts in the field.
Semiconductor equipment billings reached $135B in 2025 April 09, 2026 Worldwide sales of semiconductor manufacturing equipment increased 15% to USD 135.1 billion in 2025 from USD 117.1 billion in 2024, driven by continued investment in advanced logic, memory, and AI-related capacity expansion, according to SEMI.
UAV defence moves beyond standalone systems April 09, 2026 Cities and critical infrastructure are no longer exposed only to direct, conventional threats. Increasingly, they are tested through disruptions to energy systems, communications, logistics, and command layers – often without a clearly defined frontline.
Nano Dimension sells AME and Fabrica product lines to Inspira April 08, 2026 Nano Dimension Ltd. has agreed to sell its additively manufactured electronics (AME) product line and its previously discontinued Fabrica product line to Inspira Technologies as part of an ongoing strategic review.
ZEISS opens quality excellence centre in North Carolina April 08, 2026 ZEISS has opened a new Quality Excellence Center in Huntersville, North Carolina, expanding its metrology and quality assurance footprint in the US.
OKI launches EMS offering for AI server equipment April 08, 2026 OKI has introduced a new electronics manufacturing services (EMS) offering targeting AI server equipment.
Intel joins Musk-led Terafab project April 07, 2026 Intel has announced it will join the Terafab project, spearheaded by Elon Musk, alongside SpaceX, Tesla and xAI.