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Fortifying Europe’s Semiconductor Ecosystem By Victor De Decker, Patrick Grady 11 June 2024 The chip manufacturing process, though intricate, is divided into three stages: design, production, and final assembly, testing, and packaging. Over the years, companies have started to specialise in a single aspect of one of these steps, making the global chip supply chain a complex web of interdependencies and a high degree of geographic concentration. Despite significant contributions to niches within this supply chain, Europe has historically lagged behind leading regions like the US and Asia in semiconductor production. This enduring gap underscores the need for strategic initiatives like the European Chips Act to bolster Europe’s position in the global semiconductor industry.

The semiconductor industry is currently experiencing a period of rapid growth and innovation, as evidenced by the lineup of events and conferences scheduled for 2024, particularly the Advanced Semiconductor Manufacturing Conference (ASMC) 2024. The industry is also facing several significant challenges, but companies and stakeholders are actively exploring potential solutions to address these concerns. The ASMC is an annual event, taking place from May 13-16 in Albany, New York. The ASMC brings together key players in the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem, including manufacturers, equipment suppliers, material suppliers, and academics. This convergence highlights the industry's collaborative efforts to address manufacturing challenges through cutting-edge strategies and methodologies. As demand for semiconductors continues to surge across various sectors, optimizing manufacturing processes becomes crucial for meeting market needs efficiently.

Interesting opportunities on the state of semicon fabs in US

Europe’s Growing Influence in the Global Semiconductor Market Europe is gearing up to enhance its semiconductor capabilities, with a projected capacity increase of 3.6% to 2.7 million wafers per month in 2024. This strategic growth, fueled by the launch of new fabs, positions Europe as a key player in the global semiconductor landscape. How do these developments impact the European tech industry, and what strategies should businesses adopt to capitalize on this growth? Let’s discuss the potential of Europe’s semiconductor expansion and its implications for the global market. #EuropeanTech #SemiconductorStrategy #GlobalMarket”

The Critical Materials Council™ Celebrates 30 Years Navigating Semiconductor Materials Supply Chains San Diego, CA, July 9, 2024: TECHCET— the electronic materials advisory firm providing business and technology information — celebrates the 30th year anniversary of the Critical Materials Council™ (CMC).  For 3 decades, the CMC has gathered major chip fabricators from around the world to discuss the changing dynamics and chokepoints of semiconductor materials supply chains. Leveraging peer experiences and market research insight from TECHCET, the Critical Materials Council has addressed supply chain resilience issues amongst global pandemics, geopolitical strife, natural disasters, labor complications, and beyond. ... Today's member subscribers include 14 of the world's leading semiconductor fabricators (including Analog Devices, Broadcom, Global Foundries, Infineon, Intel, Microchip, Micron, Nexperia, NXP, onsemi, Qorvo, Samsung, ST Micro, and Texas Instruments), and over 50 material suppliers. To read the full article, visit: https://lnkd.in/gmCbx-_v Come celebrate and learn more about the Critical Materials Council (CMC) with us. Meet us at SEMICON West at the ASNA Booth #239 South Hall or contact us at cmcinfo@techcet.com. The next CMC private meetings will take place this October in Catania, Italy. The meetings are followed by a public CMC Seminar on October 22-23. Early-bird registration is open until July 31. To register, visit https://lnkd.in/gscxDfUi #semiconductorindustry #supplychain #chips #semiconductors

#ICYMI | ASM International Boosts Investment in Arizona. 📈 ASM International NV is set to invest $300 million in expanding its research and development (R&D) operations in Arizona, the company's largest R&D hub. The decision reflects ASM's collaboration with major companies like Intel and TSMC, contributing to semiconductor industry innovations and supply chain advancements. For more details on this boost, check out this article by Axios: https://lnkd.in/gaJyXdQ7 #ASMInternational #SemiconductorInnovation

The increasing demand for power semiconductors comes from latest developments in electrification, e-mobility, and the use of greener energy. For the upcoming generation of these power semiconductor devices, it has become increasingly important to not only integrate new materials (such as SiC and GaN), but also to use alternative manufacturing technologies. On September 14th, at ISES EU Power in Italy, Dr. Stefan Pieper, Global Application Manager for Semiconductor, will speak about electroless metallization for power semiconductors and introduce MKS' Atotech latest solution. Our semiconductor electroless products have been established in the industry for +10 years and today providing maskless metallization with higher throughput capability at a reduced Cost of Ownership compared to physical metallization techniques. Stefan will demonstrate these advantages on an example of an ENEPIG final finish that can be used as the basis for connecting the power semiconductor via wire bonding, soldering or sintering to the outside. We are excited to take part in the rise of power semiconductor devices and provide our customers and partners with the right solution. More information on the event and registration can be found here: https://lnkd.in/eV2CGQ_c

Dana Nikolaj, Business Director Semiconductor at Leadec Europe contributed an article "The Rising Significance of the Semiconductor Industry in Europe" "As demand for smaller and more efficient chips increases day by day, the need to ensure a robust and sustainable supply chain gains in importance globally and locally." The article will also be featured in the forthcoming special print edition on German Semiconductor Special 2023 Read More: https://lnkd.in/gqkTusPZ #semiconductortech #supplychain #semiconductorindustry #germansemiconductor

Semiconductors aren't just components; they're the foundation upon which our technological advancements are built. Without them, the intricate networks of research, design, and manufacturing couldn't exist. This super cool interactive map by the Semiconductor Industry Association gives a dynamic representation of one of the world's most advanced manufacturing and R&D sectors, unveiling the sprawling landscape of the U.S. semiconductor industry. Check it out: https://lnkd.in/eNMzrWnp #Semiconductors #Manufacturing #TechInnovation