COSTA MESA, CA – TTM Technologies has reached a multi-year agreement with Raytheon, an RTX business, to provide radio frequency assemblies, electronic hardware, and printed circuit boards for Raytheon’s Lower Tier Air and Missile Defense Sensor (LTAMDS) program.

Read more: TTM Technologies Inks $200M Agreement with Raytheon for LTAMDS Program

WASHINGTON—Jan. 28, 2026—The Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA) today announced John Neuffer will retire during the middle of 2026 following a highly successful 11-year tenure as SIA president and CEO. SIA represents 99% of the U.S. semiconductor industry by revenue and nearly two-thirds of non-U.S. chip firms.

“John has been an outstanding leader for the semiconductor industry at a time when U.S. technology leadership truly matters,” said Dr. Lisa Su, AMD chair and CEO and 2026 SIA board chair. “He helped strengthen the policy foundation that enables innovation, global competitiveness, and growth across our ecosystem. Because of his leadership, SIA is better positioned to support America’s economy, national security, and long-term technology leadership. On behalf of the Board and SIA team, we thank John for his many contributions and wish him all the best.”

Under Neuffer’s leadership, SIA has secured many impactful policy victories, headlined by enactment and expansion of landmark U.S. semiconductor manufacturing incentives that have sparked more than $600 billion in private investments and put America on course to more than triple domestic chip manufacturing capacity by 2032. The association also secured billions of dollars in federal R&D investments to advance American chip innovation and reinforce U.S. economic and national security.

In addition, SIA successfully advocated for critical trade agreements, including the expansion of the Information Technology Agreement (ITA) and a global deal to prevent governments from charging tariffs on cross-border data transfers, which boosted the competitiveness of the industry. And Neuffer guided SIA through a range of challenges, including global chip shortages and production shutdowns associated with the COVID-19 pandemic.

“It has been a genuine pleasure and an indelible point of pride for me to work alongside so many great leaders in this incredible industry and to play a part in advancing U.S. semiconductor leadership,” said Neuffer. “The challenges we face as an industry are dwarfed by the many opportunities that lie ahead, and I can’t wait to see what’s next. I will miss very much the high-performing team of dedicated professionals at SIA.”

To ensure a smooth transition, Neuffer will retire following the expected midyear appointment of a successor. SIA has retained Korn Ferry, a leading management consulting firm, to lead a comprehensive search.

MILPITAS, Calif. — January 28, 2026 — SEMI, the industry association serving the global semiconductor and electronics design and manufacturing supply chain, today announced its 2026 U.S. Policy Strategy: Securing the Semiconductor Supply Chain to Enable American AI Leadership designed to strengthen U.S. competitiveness, sustain long-term market investment, and support innovation across the full semiconductor ecosystem. These focal points reflect SEMI’s role as a trusted partner to policymakers and its commitment to advancing practical, coordinated, and industry-informed solutions that reinforce U.S. competitiveness in a highly integrated global industry.

“The semiconductor industry is vital to every facet of the modern economy, from artificial intelligence and advanced manufacturing to national security and workforce development,” said Ajit Manocha, president and CEO of SEMI. “As global competition intensifies and policy frameworks continue to evolve, the ability of the U.S. to maintain leadership in semiconductor design, manufacturing, and innovation will depend on clear, predictable, and forward-looking policy execution.”

SEMI policy priorities this year focus on providing certainty, enabling long-term investment, and ensuring the U.S. remains connected to the global network that makes semiconductor manufacturing resilient and sustainable. The SEMI 2026 U.S. Policy Strategy emphasizes five interconnected areas critical to strengthening U.S. leadership:

• Balanced trade policy that preserves access to critical inputs, avoids overlapping tariffs on the same product, and supports market access for U.S. companies while advancing national security objectives.
• A national semiconductor workforce pipeline aligned with federal, state, and industry programs to address critical talent needs across the semiconductor ecosystem.
• Long-term tax and R&D incentives that provide predictability for multi-year investments and support innovation across the full semiconductor supply chain, including upstream suppliers.
• Continued implementation of the CHIPS and Science Act and pursuit of a forward-looking roadmap to sustain momentum and ensure authorized funding translates into capacity and innovation.
• Pragmatic policies that balance environmental goals with the technological requirements of semiconductor manufacturing necessary for continued innovation.

These priorities underscore the importance of early and meaningful engagement with industry for policymakers. Given the complexity of semiconductor supply chains and the scale of investments involved, policies developed with technical input from industry are more likely to achieve their intended outcomes while avoiding unintended consequences.

SEMI’s 2026 U.S. Policy Strategy also highlights the importance of coordination with U.S. allies and partners, as well as continued support for public-private research partnerships. Semiconductor manufacturing relies on a global network of specialized materials, equipment, and expertise, and policies that are aligned internationally help strengthen supply chain resilience, protect shared security interests, and preserve U.S. competitiveness.

“SEMI’s approach is grounded in partnership,” said Joe Stockunas, president of SEMI Americas. “Our members are investing in the United States at historic levels, bringing thousands of good-paying, skilled jobs to communities across the country. Clear rules, predictable incentives, and coordinated policy execution give those investments the best chance to succeed. We look forward to continued collaboration with policymakers to ensure the U.S. semiconductor ecosystem remains strong, resilient, and globally competitive.”

The SEMI 2026 U.S. Policy Strategy positions the industry as a constructive partner in advancing policies that support economic growth, innovation, and national security. Through collaboration, credibility, and consistentengagement, SEMI is working to ensure that the next phase of U.S. semiconductor expansion delivers lasting benefits for the broader economy.

Visit SEMI Global Advocacy to learn more about public policy efforts and developments.

27 January 2026 (Andover, UK) – Connexion Technologies has announced a strategic partnership with OMR Italia, a leading provider of PCBs into the European market, with over 50 years’ experience in manufacturing and supplying boards based near Milan. The collaboration expands Connexion Technologies’ European reach and enhances its advanced PCB offering for customers across the region.

Together, Connexion Technologies and OMR Italia will combine more than 50 years of OMR’s PCB engineering expertise with Connexion’s strong UK manufacturing capabilities. The partnership will create a more competitive and resilient PCB supply chain for European customers, offering local support, high reliability, and faster turnaround times. This follows Connexion Technologies’ 2025 acquisition of Exception PCB, further strengthening its position as a European leader in PCB supply.

“Our partnership with OMR Italia demonstrates our commitment to investing in world‑class capabilities and providing long‑term value to customers across Europe,” said Craig Wright, Chairperson & CEO of Connexion Technologies. “OMR shares our dedication to quality, innovation, and engineering integrity—values that have driven the success of both businesses.”
Through this collaboration, OMR customers will benefit from Connexion Technologies’ wider group capabilities, including semiconductor packaging, PCB assembly, electro‑mechanical engineering, and RF systems. The partnership also supports Connexion’s goal of building stronger global supply chains and expanding its European operations.
Craig Wright added:

“The OMR business is an excellent cultural and operational fit with our own. With its large footprint and outstanding reputation among world‑leading blue‑chip customers across mainland Europe, we aim to nurture and grow these relationships alongside OMR’s strong engineering and operational teams.”

This partnership marks another key milestone in Connexion Technologies’ growth journey, reinforcing its position as a trusted European partner for advanced manufacturing and engineering innovation.

About Connexion Technologies

Connexion Technologies is the UK’s largest independent provider of advanced electronic and mechanical solutions for high‑reliability industries including aerospace, defence, life sciences, energy, and communications. With state‑of‑the‑art facilities across the UK, the company delivers expertise spanning electronic design, manufacturing, mechanical engineering, microelectronics, RF technology, and supply‑chain solutions.

As one of Europe’s largest OSATs, Connexion Technologies provides electronics solutions including semiconductor packaging, advanced bare PCB manufacturing, precision machining, and RF component and subsystem supply. The company continues to invest in people, processes, and technology to deliver quality, reliability, and performance for customers where it matters most.

Connexion Technologies is part of Wright Industries, a UK sovereign‑owned group comprising: Custom Interconnect, Accura Engineering, Exception PCB, Castle Microwave and Pure PCB.

The group employs more than 470 people and exceeds £90m in annual revenue.

About OMR Italia

OMR Italia is a trusted European specialist with over 50 years of experience in the world of high-reliability printed circuit boards (PCBs), specialising in customised and technologically advanced solutions. Founded in 1974 and based in Concorezzo (MB), OMR stands out for its strong technical know-how, consultative approach, attention to quality and ability to support customers during the most critical phases of a project, from technical definition to supply.