As a result of the European Chip Act, chip manufacturers are setting up shop in Europe, creating new opportunities for electronic component distributors. The EU's plan to invest €43 billion in semiconductor infrastructure, with the goal of increasing Europe's share of the global chip market to 20% by 2030, has sparked a wave of large-scale wafer fab construction in the region. This presents an excellent opportunity for electronic component distributors to expand their customer base and offer new products to their clients.
Leading semiconductor companies, including Infineon, Intel, STMicroelectronics, TSMC, and Wolfspeed, have already announced plans to build new factories in Europe. With the increase in semiconductor production, demand for electronic components is expected to rise, providing a good opportunity for distributors to increase their sales and market share. As these companies begin production, distributors can partner with them to offer new products and establish long-term relationships.
The development of new semiconductor factories in Europe will bring new jobs and economic growth to the region, which will have a positive impact on the local economy and communities. This presents an opportunity for electronic component distributors to not only increase their sales but also contribute to the development of local communities.