Paige Hookway

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Managing Editor
Paige Hookway is the Managing Editor of Procurement Pro, where she brings over a decade of industry experience to shaping insightful, engaging, and forward-thinking content for the global electronics community. After graduating from the University of Greenwich with a 2:1 in English Literature, Paige blended her love of storytelling with a deep curiosity for technology – carving out a career that champions both innovation and the people behind it. Across her 10+ years in the sector, Paige has developed a strong reputation for uncovering emerging trends, translating complex concepts into accessible insights, and spotlighting the voices shaping the future of engineering. She is particularly passionate about encouraging the next generation of engineers and elevating women in tech narratives that inspire, empower, and drive meaningful change. When she’s not immersed in the latest engineering developments, Paige can be found wrapped up in a blanket with a cup of tea and a good book.
Synopsys-Ansys merger delayed amid rising US EDA restrictions
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Synopsys-Ansys merger delayed amid rising EDA restrictions

China’s antitrust regulator has reportedly stalled Synopsys’ proposed $35 billion acquisition of Ansys, casting uncertainty over one of the electronic design automation (EDA)

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Top news stories in June

Procurement Pro takes a look at the top news stories from June 2025. Qualcomm acquires Alphawave Semi for $2.4bn Qualcomm has agreed to

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JAGGAER introduces first intelligent AI copilot
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JAGGAER introduces first intelligent AI copilot

In the vibrant setting of its global customer REV event in Miami, JAGGAER introduced to customers and partners its latest in enterprise procurement

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Supply chain chaos as TI raises prices by 15% minimum
Industry Insights News

Supply chain chaos as TI raises prices by 15% minimum

Anglia Components has responded to concerns in the market that lead times are predicted to move out rapidly later in the year now

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Mouser Electronics honoured for distribution excellence
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Mouser Electronics honoured for distribution excellence

Mouser Electronics has received more than 25 top business awards from its manufacturer partners for exemplary performance during 2024, including a number of

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Sandia to help propel US semiconductor manufacturing
Industry Insights

Sandia to help propel US semiconductor manufacturing

Sandia National Laboratories has joined a new partnership aimed at helping the United States regain its leadership in semiconductor manufacturing. While the US

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ECIA announces new AI market analysis reports
Market Analysis

ECIA announces new AI market analysis reports

ECIA announces a new member benefit: access to in-depth analysis performed by the AlphaSense Generative AI tool to answer key questions regarding important

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TTI IP&E names Gia Hayes Vice President of Sales
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TTI IP&E names Gia Hayes Vice President of Sales

TTI IP&E announced the promotion of Gia Hayes to the Vice President of Sales, TTI IP&E, Americas, effective immediately. Hayes brings decades of

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What do Trump’s tariffs mean for European semiconductor procurement?
Industry Insights Supply Chain Management

What do Trump’s tariffs mean for European semiconductor procurement?

By Puneet Saxena, Corporate Vice President, Manufacturing Industry Strategy, Blue Yonder Since April 2025, the global semiconductor industry, along with its interconnected procurement,

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SEMI forecasts 69% growth in advanced chipmaking capacity
Market Analysis

SEMI forecasts 69% growth in advanced chipmaking capacity

SEMI reported findings from its latest 300mm Fab Outlook report. The report shows global front-end semiconductor suppliers are accelerating expansion efforts to support

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