EMSNOW From the Show Floor: APEX 2026 – Christian Ortmann, CEO kolb Cleaning Technology
Christian Ortmann, CEO of kolb Cleaning Technology explains to EMSNOW the many ways that his company is developing innovative ways to more efficiently clean electronics environments, from ESD products for floors to power electronics to PCBAs themselves.
The Five Key Data Centre Stories in APAC and Why They Matter
In 2025, DC Byte’s Global Data Centre Index Report as identified APAC as the fastest growing region globally, with a CAGR rate that surpassed EMEA and even the Americas. But almost a year on, what’s changed in APAC? To answer that question, DC Byte’s analysts look at five key stories from the first quarter of 2026 and what they mean for the region’s data centre ecosystem. Singapore Renews It’s Role as APAC’s Anchor Despite […]
Electronics in Harsh Environments Conference Program Announced May 19-21
Minneapolis, MN – SMTA is proud to announce the 2026 Electronics in Harsh Environments Conference, taking place 19-21 May in Amsterdam, Netherlands. This global conference is a three-day technical event with 25 technical presentations focused on building reliable electronics used in power electronics and harsh environments. Session Topics Include: Harsh Environmental Conditions, Failure Mechanisms & Design […]
Kodiak Assembly Solutions Strengthen Domestic PCB Supply Chain Amid AI-Driven Market Pressures
AUSTIN, TX ― Kodiak Assembly Solutions LLLP, a leading electronics contract manufacturer, today announced a strategic initiative to strengthen its PCB supply chain through partnerships with U.S.-based manufacturers, helping customers navigate increasing material constraints driven by rapid growth in artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure. As global demand for AI hardware accelerates, the electronics industry is experiencing […]
Asia/Pacific* PC Market Grew 11.6% in 2025, Supply Constraints and Pricing Pressures Expected to Impact 2026
IDC forecasts Asia/Pacific PC shipments to decline 13.7% YoY (year-over-year) in 2026 to 92.0 million units amid component shortages and rising prices SINGAPORE – The Asia/Pacific (including Japan and China) traditional PC market (desktops, notebooks, and workstations) grew by 11.6% in 2025 to 106.6 million units, according to the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Personal Computing […]