EMS North America Industry Report, June 2021

IPC announced today the June 2021 findings from its North American Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) Statistical Program. The book-to-bill ratio stands at 1.48.

North American PCB Industry Sales Up 6.3 Percent in June

IPC announced today the June 2021 findings from its North American Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Statistical Program. The book-to-bill ratio stands at 1.15.

U.S. House Panel Approves $7.5M for Lead-Free R&D in FY 2022

In another step forward for U.S. taxpayers, defense readiness, and the electronics industry supply chain, the U.S. House Appropriations Subcommittee on Defense has allocated $7.5 million for lead-free electronics R&D in FY 2022.  

Which Government Policies Worry You Most?

PC places a high priority on government relations (GR): because so many public policy debates have significant impacts on our members. IPC is guided by your perspectives on these issues, and we advocate for a policy environment in which you can prosper. 

North American PCB Industry Sales Up 9.1 Percent in May

IPC announced today the May 2021 findings from its North American Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Statistical Program. The book-to-bill ratio stands at 1.11.

CMMC Needs Fixes if Small- and Medium-Sized Businesses Are to Remain in Defense Industrial Base, Say U.S. Electronics Manufacturers

Today, John Mitchell, president and CEO of IPC, a global electronics manufacturing association, released the following statement in advance of the U.S. House Small Business Subcommittee on Oversight, Investigations, and Regulations hearing on the Department of Defense's (DOD) Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC).

Supply Chain Due Diligence

With Europe’s strong focus on the environment, sustainability and corporate governance (ESG), the EC is developing a framework for sustainable corporate governance, due diligence, and reporting. IPC supports government policies that are effective in meeting the policy objectives and practical for the companies concerned.

EU Trade Policy

The EU’s renewed Trade Policy sets out a European approach to “open” strategic autonomy. The Global Electronics Association supports a well-functioning multilateral trading system and strategic partnerships to ensure supply chain resiliency.

EU Industrial Policy

The EU’s updated Industrial Strategy is addressing strategic dependencies and charting Europe’s path in its digital and climate transitions. The Global Electronics Association supports government policies that bolster the region’s electronics manufacturing base.

Government Relations in Europe

Together with Global Electronics Association members, Global Electronics Association’s team in Brussels is working to advance the industry’s interests in Europe.