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32 SMT007 MAGAZINE I FEBRUARY 2025 Article by Jordan Labbe ICAPE GROUP e global electronics landscape is under- going a significant transformation. Driven by a confluence of factors, including geopoliti- cal instability, supply chain disruptions, and a growing emphasis on agility and localized pro- duction, a renewed focus on European PCB manufacturing is emerging. is resurgence is not merely a trend; it represents a strate- gic advantage for companies seeking to navi- gate the complexities of the modern electron- The Resurgence of European PCB Manufacturing: A Strategic Advantage ics market with multiple sourcing options, out- side of China. We are an example of this. With more than 80 factory partners in Asia and three owned factories in Europe and South Africa, ICAPE Group demonstrated the efficiency of this sourcing strategy. e European PCB industry has undergone a significant shi in recent decades. e num- ber of European manufacturers has dropped from 555 to around 180, with the top 20 play-