“If sovereignty is security, then the European Union is taking a critical step toward greater technological independence, and doing so in lockstep with industry,” said John W. Mitchell, President & CEO of the Global Electronics Association. “Our members are looking for a regulatory framework that empowers electronics companies. This proposal enables an environment where they and their customers can thrive.”
By extending support beyond semiconductors to strategically important segments like printed circuit boards and printed circuit board assemblies, while reinforcing support for IC substrates and advanced packaging, the legislation lays a strong foundation for a more sovereign and competitive European electronics industry that can serve Europe’s strategic sectors.
Alison James, Senior Director of European Government Relations at the Global Electronics Association, commented: “We are proud to have championed this comprehensive approach to the electronics ecosystem over many years, including in our recent industry reports and stakeholder meetings with the European Commission.”
She added: “We thank the Commission for its collaborative leadership and its commitment to equipping Europe’s strategic industries for economic competitiveness in the immediate future and beyond.”
In short, Chips Act 2.0 is positioned as a competitiveness and sovereignty package that could create new opportunities for EU-based manufacturing, packaging, equipment, materials, EMS, and industrial end-market collaboration—but details may still change during Parliament/Council negotiation.
