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In this episode, recorded live at SEMI ISS Europe, Françoise von Trapp hands over the mic to SEMI Europe President, Laith Altimime, who leads a discussion on the European chip industry’s growth and challenges, and whether the European Chips Act will strengthen Europe towards its 20% vision goal. Panelists include:
- Manfred Horstmann, GM and SVP GlobalFoundries Dresden
- Thomas Richter, Senior Vice President & Managing Director, Infineon Technologies Dresden
- Juergen Schmidt, VP Semiconductor Manufacturing Frontend, Robert Bosch GmbH
- Andreas Lippert, Head of Department (Vice President) Acquisition, Inward Investment, Saxony Economic Development Corporation
The discussion broadened to include the chip industry’s role in sustainability and talent development. Reducing Scope 3 emissions and addressing supply chain challenges are key topics.
From this conversation, you’ll discover:
- Lessons learned from COVID for creating a resilient supply chain
- Europe's value proposition for investment in the semiconductor industry
- Germany’s strengths and unique selling points
- How to address the talent crisis
- Cost management in the semiconductor industry
SEMIA global association, SEMI represents the entire electronics manufacturing and design supply chain.
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