In March 2026, the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) is expected to launch the much-awaited consultation on the draft opinion on PFAS restrictions issued by its Committee for Socio-Economic Analysis (SEAC).
On the eve of IPC Day EMS Europe, more than 90 executives from leading EMS and PCB manufacturing companies came together aboard the elegant Onyx cruise ship for the EMS Presidents’ Dinner. Hosted by the Global Electronics Association in partnership with in4ma and IFTEC, the exclusive evening offered a unique mix of networking, knowledge exchange, and cultural experience.
In its recent position on the omnibus package for sustainability reporting, addressed to the European policymakers who are driving it, the Global Electronics Association outlines two types of recommendations for a fit-for-purpose package for the electronics industry.
In a joint effort, the Global Electronics Association recently co-signed a statement urging European policy makers to adopt a harmonised and workable approach to the "Substances of Concern” (SoC) concept.
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The Global Electronics Association welcomes the timely adoption (13 October) of the position on the omnibus package for sustainability reporting and due diligence by the European Parliament’s Legal Affairs Commitee.
Evolve, the Global Electronics Association’s Sustainability initiative, made an impact and crossed a milestone with its first-ever event at Climate Week NYC.
Detex Corporation has partnered with the Global Electronics Association to develop a funded apprenticeship program that upskills employees, builds certified electronics assemblers, and strengthens the local manufacturing workforce through education and community collaboration.
As the 2026 review of the U.S.–Mexico–Canada Agreement (USMCA) approaches, U.S. policymakers have a rare chance to reinforce a North American partnership that drives our shared competitiveness, resilience, and long-term growth.
Measuring training programs' return on investment (ROI) is essential for justifying workforce development efforts, but it comes with challenges. From quantifying intangible benefits to ensuring consistent data collection and managing variability, organizations must adopt strategic approaches to assess training effectiveness accurately.