Semicon Europa 2023 spotlights sustainability and talent strategies

The event will present insights into the latest developments across key semiconductor industry growth segments, including advanced packaging, materials, MedTech, and mobility. Themed 'Shaping a Sustainable £1 trillion Era', the event will also focus on critical issues like sustainability, green manufacturing, and workforce development. Semicon Europa, co-located with productronica, will run from 14th to 17th November at Messe München in Munich, Germany.

Laith Altimime, President of SEMI Europe, said: “We look forward to deep diving into the innovations that are driving semiconductor industry growth in Europe and globally. Companies from across the semiconductor supply chain will meet to explore new business and technology opportunities and ways to accelerate innovation.”

Luc Van den hove, CEO and President of imec, host of the ITF towards NETZERO event at SEMICON Europa, commented on the environmental aspects: “Semiconductor technology is essential for enabling a sustainable future, but it also poses significant environmental challenges. Experts of ITF towards NETZERO will offer insights into strategies for making the semiconductor business more environmentally friendly. Industry leaders collaboration is crucial to reduce environmental impact and reach net zero.”

Semicon Europa 2023 will feature a variety of highlights including the CEO Summit with executives from Cadence, CEA-Leti, Comet Group, Edwards, Infineon Technologies, Intel, imec, and TSMC discussing sustainability and innovation. Other notable events include the ITF towards NETZERO, ALD TechDay, TechARENA Program, SEMI Networking Night, and conferences covering advanced packaging, fab management, and executive forums.

The SEMICON Europa 20 Under 30 Award will also be a key feature, celebrating the industry's most promising young leaders. The award recognises emerging talents who are effecting significant change in the industry, demonstrating outstanding leadership, a dedication to success, community involvement, and a collaborative approach to innovation.

For more details on the event, attendees can visit the SEMICON Europa 2023 website. The event's sponsors include Cadence, Global Now Pte. Ltd, Koh Young Europe, Macquarie, Tokyo Electron Europe (TEL) as Platinum sponsors, and many others as Gold and Silver sponsors.