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May 23, 2024 | Lea Maurel, ICAPE GroupEstimated reading time: 1 minute
The global printed circuit board industry is in an unprecedented transformation, driven by a confluence of technological advancements, shifting market dynamics, and geopolitical factors. As the demand for advanced electronics continues to soar, investment in the PCB sector is witnessing a remarkable uptick, with notable developments reshaping the landscape. Concurrently, the emergence of new local PCB shops, defense contracts bolstering supply chain resilience, growth projections across different regions in 2024, and the inflation outlook collectively delineate the evolving panorama of PCB manufacturing.
Rise of China Plus One Strategy and Local PCB Shops
The China Plus One (China+N) strategy has emerged as a response to the imperative of diversifying supply chains and mitigating risks associated with over-reliance on a single manufacturing hub. Southeast Asia, particularly Vietnam and Thailand, are primary beneficiaries of this movement. Notably, projections suggest that by 2025, more than a quarter of the top 100 PCB suppliers could have operations in these countries, underscoring their growing significance in the global supply chain. There has been a resurgence of local PCB shops across various regions catering to niche markets with agility, customization, and proximity to customers. This trend toward decentralization and diversification within the PCB industry reflects stakeholders' quest to enhance flexibility and resilience in supply chains, juxtaposed against the backdrop of globalization.
To read this entire article, which appeared in the April 2024 issue of PCB007 Magazine, click here.
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