Registration is open for the SEMI Industry Strategy Symposium Europe (ISS Europe) 2024, which will take place from 6-8 March 2024 in Vienna, Austria, industry association SEMI has announced. The event will see leading analysts, economists, policymakers and technologists will gather for insights into the latest trends and innovations shaping the global semiconductor industry. The annual symposium provides industry intelligence that enables attendees to align their company business plans and forecasts with current market conditions.
With the theme ‘Key Strategies for Europe’s Success: An Evolving Global Landscape’, the event will examine economic, technology, market, business, and societal developments and trends influencing the global electronics manufacturing industry.
“These are exciting times for industry leaders to strategize and capitalize on growth opportunities in Europe,” said Laith Altimime, President of SEMI Europe. “Europe plays a key role in propelling global semiconductor industry growth as the digital transformation and the implementation of the EU Chips Act lay the groundwork for the industry’s path to $1 trillion. Thought leaders at ISS Europe will offer perspectives on fostering innovation, strengthening R&D, ensuring supply chain resilience, and advancing European sovereignty.”
Highlights
Session 1: Market Trends and Key Strategies
Leading market analysts will address global semiconductor market trends and strategies, highlighting Europe’s challenges and opportunities in an evolving world.
Session 2: End-to-End Supply Chain Resilience
Experts will explore deglobalization trends, ways to secure the semiconductor supply chain and opportunities in both the front and back ends of semiconductor production such as process innovation and equipment advancements.
Session 3: Cultivating the Workforce and Leaders of Tomorrow
Thought leaders will provide insights into the actionable strategies companies can implement to cultivate the workforce of tomorrow. The discussions will highlight pathways for collaboration, innovation, and strategic partnerships that can strengthen the chip industry.
Session 4: Inspire Innovation, Empower Sustainability
Experts will examine how integrating advanced technologies – including automation and data analytics – can help address the industry’s sustainability goals, climate change, and growing digitalization.
Session 5: Sustainable Technology Solutions for Future Applications
Speakers will shed light on coming innovations across diverse applications – such as medical devices, data centers, artificial intelligence, and automotive – and their profound implications for the design and manufacture of semiconductors.
Business networking
ISS Europe 2024 will feature several networking activities including a welcome reception at the Hilton Vienna Park and an exclusive gala dinner at Hofburg Vienna, where attendees will meet with peers to explore new business partnerships and opportunities.
