19 Mar 2024 - General

Bridging the electronics skills gap: Why companies are looking to outsource electronics design

The electronics industry is facing a persistent skills shortage, fueled by the rapidly expanding semiconductor sector and bolstered by initiatives like the US CHIPS Act. To bridge this gap and meet surging demand, many companies are increasingly looking to outsource electronics design. This approach offers several key advantages as a solution to the talent crunch.

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19 Mar 2024 - General

Bridging the electronics skills gap: Why companies are looking to outsource electronics design

The electronics industry is facing a persistent skills shortage, fueled by the rapidly expanding semiconductor sector and bolstered by initiatives like the US CHIPS Act. To bridge this gap and meet surging demand, many companies are increasingly looking to outsource electronics design. This approach offers several key advantages as a solution to the talent crunch.

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19 Mar 2024 - Defence

Electronic Terminations signs distribution agreement with Astute Group

Products manufactured by Electronic Terminations (ETL) will now be marketed and sold globally by Astute Group after the two companies signed a distribution agreement.

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18 Mar 2024 - Aerospace

Aerospace supply chain under severe strain

The aerospace industry continues to grapple with a fragmented and stressed supply chain, causing significant delays and headaches for manufacturers like General Electric. Despite the rebound in air travel, suppliers remain unable to keep pace, hamstrung by labour shortages and financial constraints.

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15 Mar 2024 - Defence

A&D sector looks to AI to navigate growth and disruption

The Aerospace and Defence (A&D) industry is in a pinch, facing surging demand fueled by geopolitical uncertainty and a renewed focus on military readiness. As the recent Deloitte 2024 Aerospace and Defense Industry Outlook highlights, “supply chains remain one of the most persistent [challenges]” threatening to hinder the sector’s ability to capitalise on this growth. […]

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14 Mar 2024 - Defence

Advanced new military UPS eases system integration

Packed with features, the UPS-1500-x-1U-4 provides military power designers with a flexible and reliable solution that outperforms competitors in output power, efficiency, and size, says SynQor Inc.

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14 Mar 2024 - Aerospace

Aerospace supply chain under severe strain

The aerospace industry continues to grapple with a fragmented and stressed supply chain, causing significant delays and headaches for manufacturers like General Electric. Despite the rebound in air travel, suppliers remain unable to keep pace, hamstrung by labour shortages and financial constraints.

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13 Mar 2024 - Aerospace

Space electronics face extreme challenges

Space exploration demands electronics that can withstand extraordinary conditions – radiation, extreme temperatures, and the relentless force of launch. Microchip Technology is a key player, providing an array of space-grade components, from robust microcontrollers to highly integrated FPGAs.

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12 Mar 2024 - Defence

Japan considers UNICORN antenna export to India

Japan is set to further its security partnership with India by considering the export of cutting-edge naval communications antennas. The potential sale of the NORA-50 ‘UNICORN’ antenna would mark just the second export of Japanese defense equipment since restrictions were eased in 2014, demonstrating a significant shift in the country’s defence industry.

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11 Mar 2024 - Industrial

Electronic component sales outlook turns positive

The electronic components industry is seeing a welcome shift in sentiment as the latest Electronic Component Sales Trend (ECST) survey reveals a return to positive territory for the first time in 21 months. This marks a significant turnaround after a prolonged period of stagnation, with February’s index score reaching 100.8, reports the ECIA. The uptick […]

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08 Mar 2024 - Aerospace

Aerospace industry unites to combat unapproved parts

The aviation industry is taking a united stance against unauthorised parts entering the supply chain, with the formation of the Aviation Supply Chain Integrity Coalition, Safran announced. This collaborative effort, involving major airframers, engine suppliers, and other stakeholders, aims to strengthen overall supply chain integrity and prevent future incidents like the AOG Technics scandal.

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07 Mar 2024 - Aerospace

Short-lived NASA centre pioneered electronics for space exploration

In 1964, NASA established the Electronics Research Center (ERC) near Boston, Massachusetts, to develop advanced electronics for the burgeoning space program and foster collaboration with universities and industry leaders in the field. Despite initial political controversy and budgetary challenges, the ERC made significant contributions in areas like radiation-resistant components and data storage using holography.

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06 Mar 2024 - General

Enterprise Tech poised for growth despite wider economic challenge

The telecommunications industry in 2024 faces a complex landscape, balancing exciting opportunities with significant headwinds such as a weak global economy and rising costs. However, the rise of enterprise-focused technologies like the Industrial Metaverse, RedCap, and AIoT provides promising avenues for growth.

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05 Mar 2024 - Defence

Russian arms industry faces labour shortages & technology limitations

Russia's arms industry, currently operating at full tilt to meet 'wartime' demands, faces a critical shortage of skilled workers and high-tech components, claims this article in Defense News, throwing a wrench into the Kremlin's narrative of a thriving defence sector, and highlighting potential limitations on Russia's long-term military capabilities.

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04 Mar 2024 - Industrial

Groundbreaking USB-C Technology from Pulsiv and Astute Electronics Signals the End of Bulky Wall Chargers

Astute Electronics is launching a world-first in power electronics – a revolutionary USB-C 65W charging module so compact and energy-efficient it can be integrated within wall sockets, simultaneously powering several devices without requiring multiple chargers and even eliminating bulky laptop chargers.   

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04 Mar 2024 - General

DRAM market boom, set to soar in ’24

The market for DRAM (Dynamic Random-Access Memory) chips is experiencing remarkable growth. According to market research firm TechInsights, global DRAM sales jumped a staggering 79% year-on-year in the week ending February 16th, 2024. This surge is echoed in the 13-week moving average, which also reflects a 79% year-on-year increase.

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01 Mar 2024 - General

Rising shipping costs adding to core inflation

Fitch Ratings warns that rising shipping costs, triggered by disruptions in the Red Sea, will add to inflationary pressures, although the impact is likely to be less severe than the 2021 surge.

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01 Mar 2024 - General

Power module market to boom, but costs under pressure

The power module market is poised for significant growth, with revenues expected to double to $16 billion by 2029, representing a 12.1% CAGR between 2023 and 2029, reports Yole Group. However, a hidden battleground is emerging within this growth story, as cost pressures threaten to squeeze margins.

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29 Feb 2024 - General

Electronics industry optimistic: bright start to 2024

The latest industry survey reveals strong momentum and optimism in the electronic components market for 2024.

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28 Feb 2024 - Defence

Japan: Defence spending fuels rising economic hopes

Japan's recent stock market rally, while buoyed by foreign investment, offers a limited snapshot of the country's economic landscape. The reality is a complex interplay of positive and negative trends, leaving the nation's economic future delicately balanced.

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27 Feb 2024 - Defence

US tightens screws on Russia with sweeping sanctions

The US has significantly ramped up pressure on Russia with a sweeping package of sanctions targeting individuals, companies, and sectors crucial to the Russian economy, reports Reuters. This move coincides with the second anniversary of the Ukraine invasion and the death of opposition leader Alexei Navalny.

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