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FORTEC Group enhances production strategy for the US market

FORTEC Group enhances production strategy for the US market

FORTEC Group enables European companies with US customers to optimise their production chains.

By combining local manufacturing in the United States with the strategic pre-assembly of electronic components in Egypt, the company, together with its subsidiaries, provides a cost-effective pathway for the electronics industry to supply the US market.

Thanks to this coordinated production chain, high surcharges are largely eliminated, as products with the corresponding added value are only subject to regular customs duties of currently 10%. This significant difference results in more stable and predictable import costs, thereby enhancing planning certainty even in an internationally volatile trade environment.


In addition to the cost advantages, FORTEC convinces with its efficiency and flexibility in material procurement. The geographical diversification of production sites and local warehousing mitigate the impact of trade sanctions and sudden customs adjustments. As a result, European industrial customers benefit from shorter delivery times, high quality standards, and a predictable cost structure.

“Our global manufacturing strategy protects our customers from unforeseen customs charges and ensures a competitive pricing structure in the long term,” emphasised Ulrich Ermel, Chief Operating Officer of FORTEC Elektronik AG and Managing Director of FORTEC Integrated. “FORTEC delivers not only technological progress with its innovative solutions but also genuine added value along the entire supply chain.”

This strategic focus demonstrates that FORTEC is responding flexibly and proactively to global challenges, thereby enabling the European electronics industry to offer its products in the United States efficiently, reliably, and competitively.

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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.