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UK auto & aerospace sector benefit from UK-US trade deal

For the first time, the US has committed to reducing tariffs on UK aerospace goods such as engines and similar aircraft parts from the general 10% tariff being applied to all other countries, which is expected to come into force by the end of the month. This deal is seen as a huge win for

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“A delicate moment for the global electronics supply chain”

The global electronics supply chain stands at a precarious crossroads. For Andrea Klein, CEO of Rand Technology, the current trade and tariff environment – coupled with seismic shifts in technology adoption – has created one of the most complex and uncertain periods the industry has experienced in decades. But also, one of the most exciting.

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Hotspot: India

This article originally appeared in the March/April issue of Procurement Pro. By Harry Fowle, Associate Editor India, home to the world’s largest population, is a sleeping giant when it comes to its position on the world stage. Housing the recipe for success, it only needs time to cook up its power in many ways, whether

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AI supply pressures intensify amid global tariffs

This article looks at how Rand Technology sees the intersection of runaway AI demand, memory shortages, and looming tariffs shaping the next wave of supply chain disruption. The rapid rise of Generative AI has reshaped performance expectations and infrastructure requirements across nearly every sector. As enterprises and governments rush to deploy LLMs and accelerate AI

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Confidence boost in UK projects following US/UK trade deal

A new survey has revealed a boost in optimism amongst professionals delivering projects following the announcement of a US/UK trade deal, though some concerns remain about the deal’s longer-term implications. The vast majority (85%) of respondents are confident in their organisation’s ability to carry out projects following the deal. The survey revealed this was consistent

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China’s role in automotive semiconductor innovation

Yole Group launches its first automotive White Paper, Vol. 1 – Part of the 2025 White Paper Collection. The automotive industry is undergoing a profound transformation. At the heart of it all? Semiconductors. The automotive industry is experiencing its most transformative era since its inception. From electric cars to autonomous shuttles, high-speed trains to aircraft,

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How tariffs are reshaping the electronics supply chain

In a recent webinar hosted by Procurement Pro, a group of industry experts gathered together to discuss how the US tariffs are reshaping the electronics supply chain. The current trade environment is best described in stark terms: chaos, disruption, and confusion. The experts painted a picture of an industry grappling with rapid and unpredictable changes.

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EDAC at EDS Leadership Summit 2025

At the 2025  EDS Leadership Summit in Las Vegas, Paige West, Managing Editor of Procurement Pro, speaks with Mark Burr-Lonnon, President at EDAC Group of Companies, about how the long-standing interconnect specialist is adapting to modern manufacturing demands, shifting customer behaviours, and global trade complexities. EDAC has spent nearly 60 years building a solid reputation in

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DigiKey signals steady growth at EDS 2025

At the EDS Leadership Summit in Las Vegas, DigiKey’s President, Dave Doherty, and Vice President of Global Business Development, Mike Slater, provided a detailed briefing on the company’s performance, strategy, and outlook. Addressing expectations for 2025, DigiKey offered a measured outlook. While some industry forecasts pointed towards double-digit expansion, the company aligned more closely with

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Raltron at EDS Leadership Summit 2025

At the 2025  EDS Leadership Summit in Las Vegas, Paige West, Managing Editor of Procurement Pro, speaks with Sasha Wolloch, President at Raltron about how the frequency management component specialist is evolving its portfolio. Raltron has built its reputation on the development and manufacture of crystal resonators and clock oscillators. These remain the foundation of its

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