Industry Strategy Symposium Europe (ISS Europe)

In this opening session, speakers will address how Europe's transformative role in the semiconductor landscape is solidifying its position on the global stage, and steering the industry towards a sustainable and innovative future. Discover how the EU's strategic initiatives are not merely advancing device development; they are propelling cutting-edge fabs into the global supply chain while fortifying Europe's technological sovereignty in the semiconductor industry. Key market trends and strategies from a global perspective will be unpacked, highlighting Europe’s challenges and opportunities in a turbulent and evolving world.

This session promises an in-depth exploration of the intricacies of the semiconductor supply chain, providing valuable insights and strategies for its continued success. How the semiconductor value chain evolves from lab to fab, and how material and equipment suppliers can seamlessly integrate into this complex (repetition of intricate/intricacies) process. Additionally, the session will help to fully understand the current status of the semiconductor value chain de-globalization and the strategies Europe is employing to achieve it. The session will highlight the efforts to secure the supply in both the front and back ends of semiconductor production and identify the existing gaps and future opportunities within the evolving semiconductor supply chain.

As we stand at the forefront of an era marked by rapid digital transformation and evolving demands, the semiconductor industry finds itself grappling with an acute scarcity of skilled professionals.

At ISS Europe, we have assembled a panel of industry experts who will shed light on innovative strategies and solutions to address this pressing issue. Our speakers will share their insights on recruitment, education, training, and fostering a conducive environment for talent growth within the semiconductor realm. Together, we aim to explore actionable strategies that can cultivate the workforce of tomorrow and ensure a sustainable future for this crucial sector. The discussions ahead promise to illuminate pathways for collaboration, innovation, and strategic partnerships that can fortify the semiconductor industry, ensuring a seamless transition into the technology-driven future.

This session is dedicated to spotlighting the potential and urgency of integrating advanced automation, data analytics, inventive manufacturing techniques, and resource-efficient technologies. These innovations present a pivotal opportunity for all industry stakeholders to come together in a collective drive towards fulfilling sustainability goals and addressing the world’s societal challenges like climate change and the need for digitalization. This is especially critical considering the industry's rapid expansion and the ever-increasing need for intelligent, sustainable manufacturing solutions.

This session offers an exploration of the dynamic forces that are reshaping the future of semiconductor applications. In critical fields such as medical devices, data centers, artificial intelligence, and automotive technology, semiconductors play a pivotal role. The speakers will shed light on the diverse applications and the profound implications they carry for the design and manufacturing of semiconductors, addressing the ever-evolving demands of the industry.