In this episode, recorded live at SEMI ISS Europe, Françoise von Trapp hands over the mic to SEMI Europe President, Laith Altimime, who leads a discussion on the European chip industry’s growth and challenges, and whether the European Chips Act will strengthen Europe towards its 20% vision goal.   Panelists include: 

• Manfred Horstmann, GM and SVP GlobalFoundries Dresden
• Thomas Richter, Senior Vice President & Managing Director, Infineon Technologies Dresden
• Juergen Schmidt, VP Semiconductor Manufacturing Frontend, Robert Bosch GmbH
• Andreas Lippert, Head of Department (Vice President) Acquisition, Inward Investment, Saxony Economic Development Corporation

 The discussion broadened to include the chip industry’s role in sustainability and talent development. Reducing Scope 3 emissions and addressing supply chain challenges are key topics.  
 
 From this conversation, you’ll discover: 

• Lessons learned from COVID for creating a resilient supply chain
• Europe's value proposition for investment in the semiconductor industry
• Germany’s strengths and unique selling points 
• How to address the talent crisis 
•  Cost management in the semiconductor industry 

 

 

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