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Mouser adds over 10,000 new parts in fourth quarter of 2024

As an authorised distributor, Mouser Electronics, Inc. is focused on the rapid introduction of new products and technologies, giving customers an edge and helping speed time to market. Over 1,200 semiconductor and electronic component manufacturer brands count on Mouser to help them introduce their products into the global marketplace. Mouser’s customers can expect 100% certified,

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Panasonic Industry Europe signs with Özdisan Elektronik

Panasonic Industry Europe has signed a distribution agreement with Özdisan Elektronik, Turkey’s electronic components distributor to intensify its business activities in the region. As part of this agreement, Özdisan Elektronik will serve as the official ‘High Service Distributor’ for Panasonic Industry Europe’s products in Turkey, covering areas such as capacitors, inductors, resistors, circuit protection products,

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$105M allocated to bolster U.S. semiconductor innovation

The U.S. Department of Commerce has announced preliminary agreements with four companies – Analog Devices, Coherent Corp., Intelligent Epitaxy Technology, Inc., and Sumika Semiconductor Materials Texas Inc. – as part of the CHIPS and Science Act. These agreements propose up to $105million in funding to enhance semiconductor technologies across facilities in Massachusetts, Oregon, Washington, Pennsylvania,

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Farnell welcomes Diotec Semiconductor

Farnell has announced the addition of Diotec Semiconductor‘s range of discrete semiconductor and associated peripheral stock, which are now available to order for global delivery. Diotec offers a wide range of diodes; bipolar junction transistors; MOSFETs; linear voltage regulators; SiC MOSFETs; SiC Schottky diodes; and IGBTs to meet the demands of a broad range industrial,

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Heilind: connecting to the future

Heilind Electronics, a giant in electromechanical component distribution, continues to strengthen its presence in Europe with a strategic focus on flexibility, customer-centricity, and innovation. At electronica 2024, our Associate Editor, Sheryl Miles, caught up with Lars Klapproth,   Business Development Strategic Accounts – CWE Region, to discuss the company’s plans for expansion, its competitive edge, and

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Taiwan cuts defence and technology budget in economic reshuffle

Taiwan is facing potential budget cuts that could significantly impact its defence and technology sectors. Recent legislative changes, driven by opposition parties, have mandated a reallocation of funds from the central government to local municipalities. This shift may necessitate a considerable reduction in the central government’s budget, affecting key areas such as defence and technological

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The Netherlands introduces the ChipNL Competence Centre

The ChipNL Competence Centre was launched in December 2024, providing an additional boost to innovation and capabilities within the Dutch semiconductor industry. Established in alignment with the EU Chips Act, the centre aims to advance technological expertise and foster innovation across the Dutch semiconductor ecosystem. A €12 million budget, jointly allocated by the European Commission

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Infineon to build new backend fab in Thailand

Infineon Technologies has broken ground for a new semiconductor backend production site in Samut Prakan, south of Bangkok, optimising and further diversifying its manufacturing footprint. After an official meeting with the Prime Minister of Thailand, Paetongtarn Shinawatra, at the Government House, Infineon’s Chief Operations Officer Dr. Rutger Wijburg launched the construction of the new fab.

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Anglia names Harwin as Supplier Of The Year for 2024

Anglia Components announced Harwin PLC as the winner of its Supplier Of The Year Award, 2024. The award is given on an annual basis to the company within Anglia’s portfolio of component manufacturing partners that has shown outstanding support for Anglia’s customers during that year. During 2024, Harwin, a manufacturer of connectors and accessories for

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Graham Maggs steps back from Mouser

Graham Maggs, formerly VP of Marketing and Business Development EMEA, has decided to step back from his role at Mouser effective from 31 December 2024. Following his recovery from a recent health scare, Graham would like to focus on pursuits outside work, specifically time with family and improving his handicap. After over 14 years working

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