ASS and LHMT join forces to form new company within Schmoll Group September 17, 2025 ASS e.K. becomes part of LHMT GmbH – and together they form ASS x LHMT under the Schmoll Maschinen umbrella. The new company combines proven expertise with global strength, aiming to deliver more innovative and future-proof automation and manufacturing solutions.
When new isn’t an option: Factronix turns scrap into solutions September 17, 2025 As sustainability climbs the industry agenda, reclaiming and reusing parts is gaining traction. In electronics, the circular economy embodies strategies to extend product lifecycles and promote reuse. At Evertiq Expo Gothenburg 2025, Factronix CEO Stefan Theil outlined how his company is giving a “second life” to hundreds of thousands of components yearly.
ABB to invest $110 million in US manufacturing September 17, 2025 ABB is investing in four US manufacturing sites to meet future demand in key industries, including data centers and the grid.
Stefan Hofschen named as new CEO of Swissbit September 16, 2025 Swissbit AG has appointed Dr. Stefan Hofschen as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective January 1, 2026. He will succeed Silvio Muschter, who will transition to the newly created role of Group Chief Technology Officer.
ElevenEs considers €600M battery gigafactory in Poland September 16, 2025 Battery technology company ElevenEs is weighing plans to build a EUR 600 million gigafactory for advanced battery cells in Poland, with construction targeted to begin by the end of 2027. The project would employ around 700 engineers and represents one of the company's most significant expansion moves to date.
Smartphone production rises 4% QoQ in 2Q25 September 16, 2025 TrendForce’s latest investigations reveal that global smartphone production reached 300 million units in 2Q25, up 4% QoQ and 4.8% YoY, driven by seasonal demand and the recovery of brands such as Oppo and Transsion following inventory adjustments.
Gocar Electronic eyes expansion in Central Europe September 15, 2025 During the Evertiq Expo in Kraków earlier this year, Juan Docio Gomez, Expansion Director of Spanish semiconductor distributor Gocar Electronic, outlined the company’s international ambitions and shared his perspective on current market trends.
Magna partners with XPENG for EV production in Austria September 15, 2025 This newly awarded program marks the first complete vehicle assembly with a Chinese OEM out of Canadian automotive supplier Magna’s operations in Graz, Austria.
Hanwha partners with BAE on anti-jamming GPS for guided missiles September 15, 2025 The collaboration between South Korea’s Hanwha Aerospace and BAE Systems will leverage BAE’s expertise in military GPS and anti-jamming solutions to counter sophisticated electronic warfare threats.
UgoWork launches US battery assembly to meet demand September 15, 2025 UgoWork’s next-gen lithium-ion batteries for Class I, II and III lift trucks for the US market will be assembled in the US from both domestic and foreign components, allowing it to remain price-competitive while complying with evolving industrial sourcing policies.
Incap CEO: "Electronics is the place to be also in the future" September 12, 2025 At the Evertiq Expo in Kraków earlier this year, Incap CEO Otto Pukk shared insights into the company’s recent investments and his outlook on the electronics manufacturing industry.
Valens partners with Samsung to enhance MIPI A-PHY ecosystem September 12, 2025 Samsung Foundry will fabricate Valens Semiconductor’s MIPI A-PHY chipsets using its advanced automotive process node. This process is supported by Samsung’s expertise in automotive foundry processes, IP and service package development.
X-FAB opens new cleanroom at its Malaysian site September 12, 2025 X-FAB has officially opened a new manufacturing line at its Sarawak facility. This expansion – representing a USD 600 million investment – has added 6,000 square meters of cleanroom space and was completed in just two years, from groundbreaking to the first production lots.
Greenvoltis secures funding to advance AI-powered energy innovation September 12, 2025 This investment will enable the Swedish company to accelerate the evolution of its core technology platform, reinforce its leadership in the European flexibility market, and support the region’s urgent shift toward a sustainable, renewable-based energy system.
IQE lowers 2025 forecast, explores potential sale September 11, 2025 Compound semiconductor specialist IQE plc says it expects weaker full-year revenue and has expanded its ongoing strategic review to include the potential sale of the company.
Smartwatches drive micro LED adoption September 11, 2025 Micro LED penetration in consumer electronics is accelerating. Following Samsung’s launch of its 140-inch Micro LED TV in 2023, Garmin is set to introduce the Fenix 8 Pro smartwatch with Micro LED in 2025, alongside Sony Honda’s planned 30-inch automotive display in its Afeela model at the end of the same year.
CATL launches Shenxing Pro to ‘meet Europe’s e-mobility needs’ September 10, 2025 Shenxing Pro, CATL’s new lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery, sets new benchmarks in safety, lifespan, range and superfast charging, positioning it as the optimal solution for Europe’s rapidly expanding EV market.
Horizon Quantum to go public through merger with dMY Squared September 10, 2025 When the transaction closes, the publicly traded company will be named Horizon Quantum Holdings and its Class A ordinary shares are expected to be listed on Nasdaq under the ticker “HQ”.
TDK launches compact thin-film inductors for optical transceivers September 10, 2025 The new component achieves the highest standard performance for an inductor with 10 μH in 1206 size with TDK’s proprietary metallic magnetic materials and structural designs.
HMD to manufacture Bittium's military phone in Finland September 09, 2025 Bittium Corporation has launched its new high-security smartphone, the Bittium Tough Mobile 3, and established a strategic collaboration with HMD Secure Oy, the Finnish subsidiary of HMD Group.
ASML invests €1.3B in Mistral AI, forms strategic partnership September 09, 2025 Semiconductor equipment manufacturer ASML and Paris-based Mistral AI have entered into a long-term strategic partnership aimed at integrating artificial intelligence into ASML’s product portfolio and operations.
Evertiq Expo Gothenburg 2025 – A record-breaking year in pictures September 09, 2025 On September 4, the Swedish Exhibition & Congress Centre was filled with professionals from across the electronics industry as Evertiq Expo Gothenburg returned for another successful edition.
Marcin Mierzejewski on thermal management Solutions for SiC September 09, 2025 SiC and GaN semiconductors are becoming increasingly critical for the development of modern power electronics systems. As Marcin Mierzejewski (KERAFOL Keramische Folien GmbH & Co. KG) points out in an interview with Evertiq, leveraging these technologies gives engineers new opportunities – enabling component miniaturization, meeting growing demands for higher computing power, and addressing the challenges associated with rising power densities.
Hitachi to invest $1 billion in America’s grid infrastructure September 08, 2025 These investments, among the largest seen in the electrical industry in the US, include approximately USD 457 million for a new large power transformer facility in South Boston, Virginia, along with significant expansions of existing facilities throughout the country.
Saga raises $11.2M as Thorvald enters commercial breakout phase September 08, 2025 Norway-based startup Saga Robotics will use the fresh capital to accelerate the commercial rollout of Thorvald, its autonomous platform for grapevine and strawberries, across the UK and US.
Indian battery-tech startup Offgrid raises $15 million September 08, 2025 The funds will be used to set up a 10 MWh demo manufacturing plant in the UK, further its R&D pipeline for next-gen stationary energy storage solutions, and commercialise its patented ZincGel batteries through certification, testing, and finalizing the blueprint for a giga-factory.
Record attendance at Evertiq Expo Gothenburg 2025 September 08, 2025 On September 4, Evertiq Expo Gothenburg once again brought together the Swedish electronics industry for a full day of engaging discussions, networking, and a focus on the future.
SK hynix starts supplying mobile DRAM with efficient heat dissipation September 08, 2025 The structure of package on package, or PoP, that most flagship smartphones adopt and stacks DRAM onto the application processor, allows efficient use of limited space, while improving data transfer speed.
US quantum computing firm Strangeworks acquires Quantagonia September 08, 2025 The combined entity will integrate German firm Quantagonia’s expertise in mathematical optimization, HybridSolver orchestration technology and AI-powered decision-making solutions with Strangeworks’ AI and quantum infrastructure.
TDK’s $340 million Li-ion battery plant inaugurated in India September 05, 2025 TDK Corporation’s state-of-the-art lithium-ion battery plant in Haryana will produce about 200 million battery packs every year, covering nearly 40% of India’s annual requirement of 500 million packs.
HappyRobot raises $44M to build AI workforce for the real economy September 05, 2025 The US company will use the capital to grow its product engineering, forward-deployed engineering, and go-to-market teams; enhance its platform’s functionality; and continue building the AI workforce.
BESS maker Palmer Energy Technology acquires Brill Power September 05, 2025 The agreement brings together PETL’s automotive‑grade battery storage systems and Brill Power’s control platform that improves battery safety and extends service life by drawing the optimum current from each cell based on its state of health.