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The Global Electronics Association Launches Design Village at APEX EXPO 2026
September 2, 2025 | Global Electronics AssociationEstimated reading time: 1 minute
APEX EXPO, the hallmark electronics tradeshow hosted by the Global Electronics Association, announced the launch of the Design Village, a new feature in the exhibit hall that will unite the world’s leading innovators and showcase next-generation solutions for the electronics industry. The Design Village offers companies a platform to demonstrate technologies that provide comprehensive design and production solutions spanning component to system-level packaging.
The addition of the Design Village reflects the industry’s accelerating demand for integrated design-to-manufacturing workflows, next-generation technologies, and sustainable electronics development, including vendors of design and simulation, digital manufacturing, innovative supply chain management, and AI-driven sustainability solutions.
At the center of the APEX EXPO Design Village will be the all-new Technology Pavilion, which will feature three days of technical presentations, expert panel discussions, and real-time demonstrations. Design Village exhibitors will have exclusive, first-access to presentations in the Technology Pavilion and visibility to an audience of over 7,200 attendees representing more than 40 countries.
“Everything starts with design,” says Matt Kelly, chief technology officer and vice president, standards and technology. “The future of electronics depends on chip-package-board-system co-design and co-optimization. This is why we are inviting companies spanning the design value chain to participate in the Design Village to lead this conversation, showcase disruptive technologies, and amplify their offerings to industry."
Application Process Now Open
Companies interested in joining this transformative initiative can apply immediately. Early applicants receive priority consideration for Technology Pavilion presentation slots and prime exhibition locations. To learn more, visit: Design Village and Technology Pavilion | APEX EXPO 2026.
About APEX EXPO 2026
APEX EXPO is the largest event for electronics manufacturing in North America, featuring a technical conference, exhibition, and professional development courses. It is a comprehensive industry experience connecting professionals across the entire electronics ecosystem. APEX EXPO 2025 welcomed 7,235 visitors from 42 countries. For information on exhibiting, contact Alicia Balonek, senior director of trade shows and events at AliciaBalonek@electronics.org.
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