SMT007 Magazine: Europe’s Future in Electronics

March 3, 2026 | I-Connect007 Editorial Team

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SMT007 Magazine: Europe’s Future in Electronics

Europe’s EMS sector has changed, and the landscape looks different from what it did just a few years ago. But momentum is building again.

As defense priorities grow and supply chains are reassessed, industry leaders and policymakers across Europe are working to strengthen regional capabilities and support long-term resilience. The old model may not return, but a new one is taking shape.

In the March issue of SMT007 Magazine, we take a closer look at how Europe’s electronics ecosystem is evolving, from policy shifts and procurement strategies to PCB innovation and strategic partnerships.

The challenges are real, but so are the opportunities.

Read the March issue to see how Europe is positioning itself for a future that may look different than the past, but stronger because of it.

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