Global Electronics Association Releases IPC-1783-CO2E Standard for Product Carbon Footprint Data

The Global Electronics Association today announced the release of IPC-1783-CO2E, International Standard for Data Collection and Reporting of CO2 Equivalent (CO2e) Emissions for the Electronics Manufacturing Supply Chain, a new global standard designed to bring greater consistency, credibility and comparability to product carbon footprint data across the electronics industry.

Global Electronics Association and Purdue University Establish Strategic Partnership to Advance Electronics Innovation

Memorandum of understanding connects industry expertise, research, standards and workforce development, beginning with advanced system integration and packaging

The Global Electronics Association and Purdue University have signed a memorandum of understanding establishing a strategic partnership to advance innovation, workforce development and industry collaboration across the electronics ecosystem.

Global Electronics Association Names Jason Palmi Chief Financial Officer

Manufacturing executive and finance leader brings growth, operational expertise, and global financial discipline to support the Association’s next chapter

The Global Electronics Association today announced that Jason Palmi has joined the organization as Chief Financial Officer.

IPC Standards Support Professional Assessment for the Electronics Competition at WorldSkills Shanghai 2026

The 48th WorldSkills Competition was held in Shanghai from September 22 to 27. According to the official competition results, Wu Tong of China won the gold medal in the Electronics competition, marking China’s fourth consecutive gold medal in this category.

North American EMS Orders Outpace Shipments in August as Bookings Rise 53.5% Year-Over-Year

The Global Electronics Association releases EMS industry results for August 2026

The Global Electronics Association announced today the August 2026 findings from its North American Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) Statistical Program. The book-to-bill ratio stands at 1.39.

North American PCB Shipments Jump 23.5% in August, Extending Strong 2026 Growth

The Global Electronics Association releases PCB industry results for August 2026

The Global Electronics Association announced today the August 2026 findings from its North American Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Statistical Program. The book-to-bill ratio stands at 1.29.