Industry Leaders Shape a Sustainable Future at 2025 IPC CEMAC Electronics Manufacturing Annual Conference
September 30, 2025 | Global Electronics AssociationEstimated reading time: 1 minute
The 2025 IPC CEMAC Electronics Manufacturing Annual Conference, co-hosted by the Global Electronics Association and the Shanghai Pudong Association for Quality and Technology, successfully concluded on September 26 in Shanghai.
The two-day event brought together more than 400 companies and 600 industry representatives from across China and around the world. Centered on the theme “Shaping a Sustainable Future,” the conference highlighted major industry achievements, unveiled new initiatives, and fostered in-depth discussions on the future of global electronics manufacturing.
Conference highlights:
- Upcoming New Standard – IPC-6921, Requirements and Acceptance for Organic Substrates for Packaging Applications, scheduled for release by the end of 2025.
- Intelligent Manufacturing Demonstration Projects – Presenting best practices in digital transformation standards and solutions.
- Electronics Industry ESG Cooperation Initiative – Officially launched, along with a survey report identifying the top ESG issues and challenges facing electronics enterprises.
- Industry Recognition and Awards – Leading companies and industry experts honored for their outstanding contributions.
Voices from the Conference
Sydney Xiao, president of Global Electronics Association East Asia, remarked, “We sincerely thank all our partners for their active participation and strong support. CEMAC is not only an annual conference but also an open and collaborative platform where ideas are shared, achievements are showcased, and partnerships are forged.”
In his closing address, Dr. John W. Mitchell, president and CEO of the Global Electronics Association, emphasized, “Innovation drives our industry, and resilience safeguards our future. Through collaboration, we will continue to lead the electronics industry toward a smarter, more connected, and more sustainable future.”
Outlook
The 2025 IPC CEMAC showcased the latest progress in standards, technology, talent, and supply chain resilience, while injecting fresh momentum into global collaboration. The outcomes of the conference are expected to accelerate the high-quality development of China’s electronics sector and contribute to the sustainable growth of the worldwide electronics industry.
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