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National Post
28-05-2025
- Automotive
- National Post
Canada Printed Circuit Board Market Trends, Forecasts and Competitive Landscape Report 2021-2024 & 2025-2030
Article content Article content DUBLIN — The 'Canada Printed Circuit Board Market | Size, Outlook, Companies, Analysis, Value, Segmentation, Forecast, Growth, Share, Industry, Revenue & Trends: Market Forecast By Types, By Substrate, By End-users And Competitive Landscape' report has been added to offering. Article content Canada Printed Circuit Board Market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 4.5% from 2025-2031F. The Canada PCB market is set for robust growth in the coming years, driven by several factors. Article content The Canada Printed Circuit Board (PCB) market is experiencing robust growth, fueled by advancements in electronics and rising consumer demand across various industries. The automotive sector, where PCBs are integral, saw a substantial production increase from $55.23 billion in 2020 to $74.6 billion in 2023, driven by the industry's transition to electric vehicles (EVs). Similarly, the aerospace sector is benefiting from investments like the Strategic Innovation Fund's (SIF) $350 million initiative in 2023 to support Sustainable Aviation Technology, creating demand for specialized PCBs used in green technologies. Article content The telecommunications sector is also a significant contributor, with the widespread deployment of 5G and the growing use of Internet of Things (IoT) devices further boosting the market. The Canadian manufacturing sector, which contributed $174 billion (10% of GDP) in 2023, plays a pivotal role in this expansion. As industries like defense, healthcare, and telecommunications continue to evolve, the demand for PCBs in these applications is expected to accelerate, fostering sustained growth in the market. The expansion of electric vehicles, with over 85,500 annual sales of battery electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles, is increasing the demand for high-performance PCBs in the automotive sector. Government targets of 60% zero-emission vehicle sales by 2030 further accelerate this growth. Additionally, the continued rollout of 5G networks, along with the rapid expansion of Internet of Things (IoT) devices, drives consistent demand for advanced PCBs in telecommunications and consumer electronics. Article content The integration of AI with 5G networks necessitates high-speed, low-latency PCBs, while Canada's Quantum 2030 strategy, which fosters innovation in quantum hardware, further enhances the market's growth potential. Furthermore, the Canadian government's commitment to investing US$29 billion over 20 years in modernizing defense systems, including surveillance, command and control, and air weapons systems, would also increase demand for advanced PCBs in defense applications. Collectively, these factors would significantly boost demand, ensuring a prosperous future for Canada's PCB market. Article content In Canada Printed Circuit Board Market, Multilayer PCBs has the highest potential for growth as they have a vital role to play in high-tech industries including automotive, healthcare as well as telecommunications. Article content The sector which holds the maximum revenue share in Printed Circuit Board Market of Canada is the automotive sector. Owing to the nation's expanding focus on electric vehicle, smart infotainment solutions and advanced driver-assistance systems automotive sector is holding the largest market share. Article content Key Topics Covered: Article content 1. Executive Summary Article content 2. Introduction Article content 2.1. Report Description Article content 2.2. Key Highlights of the Report Article content 2.3. Market Scope & Segmentation Article content 2.4. Research Methodology Article content 2.5. Assumptions Article content 3. Canada Printed Circuit Board Market Overview Article content 3.1. Canada Printed Circuit Board Market Revenues, 2021-2031F Article content 3.2. Canada Printed Circuit Board Market Industry Life Cycle Article content 3.3. Canada Printed Circuit Board Market Porter's Five Forces Article content 4. Canada Printed Circuit Board Market Dynamics Article content 4.1. Impact Analysis Article content 4.2. Market Drivers Article content 4.3. Market Restraints Article content 5. Canada Printed Circuit Board Market Trends And Evolution Article content 6.1. Canada Printed Circuit Board Market Revenue Share, By Product Type, 2024 & 2031F Article content 6.1.1. Canada Printed Circuit Board Market Revenues, By Single Sided PCBs, 2021-2031F Article content 6.1.2. Canada Printed Circuit Board Market Revenues, By Double Sided PCBs, 2021-2031F Article content 6.1.3. Canada Printed Circuit Board Market Revenues, By Multi Layer PCBs, 2021-2031F Article content 6.1.4. Canada Printed Circuit Board Market Revenues, By Rigid PCBs, 2021-2031F Article content 6.1.5. 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Canada Printed Circuit Board Market Revenues, By Telecommunications, 2021-2031F Article content 10.3. Canada Printed Circuit Board Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating Parameters Article content 11. Company Profiles Article content 11.1. Enigma Interconnect Corp. Article content 11.2. CCI Canadian Circuits Article content 11.3. Crimp Circuit Canada Inc. Article content 11.4. Candor Circuits Boards Article content 11.5. RLX Solutions Article content 11.6. Metaplast Circuits Limited Article content 11.7. Summit Interconnect Article content 11.8. PFC Flexible Circuits Limited Article content 11.9. Circuit Tech Inc. Article content 11.10. Firan Technology Group Corporation Article content 12. Key Strategic Recommendations Article content is the world's leading source for international market research reports and market data. We provide you with the latest data on international and regional markets, key industries, the top companies, new products and the latest trends. 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Daily Express
11-05-2025
- Business
- Daily Express
‘Repair instead of replace' advice: How Sabahans can reduce and upcycle e-waste materials
Published on: Sunday, May 11, 2025 Published on: Sun, May 11, 2025 By: Audrey J Ansibin Text Size: The Sabah Computer Society team with some of the e-waste items during the collection drive, recently. (Pic: SCS) MALAYSIA'S rapid digitalisation is inadvertently contributing to the rising electronic waste (e-waste) crisis. The status symbol of having the latest gadgets coupled with corporations' Planned Obsolescence practice are driving the rise in prematurely discarded e-waste materials into landfills and dumpsites across the country. News portals were recently abuzz with nationwide crackdown on illegal e-waste sites, dubbed the 'Op Hazard', which involved the police and Department of Environment (DoE), among other agencies. The raids saw RM3.8 billion worth of materials seized from illegal e-waste processing sites. Portals like MM and FMT reported that based on consumers' spending habits, the country is expected to generate some 24.5 million units of e-waste this year. At State-level, the Kota Kinabalu City Hall (DBKK) on April 10 announced a strategic partnership with a non-governmental organisation and two private companies to address the matter. The MoU signing ceremony between DBKK, Marine Research Foundation (MRF), Legenda Bumimas Sdn Bhd (LBSB) and My Protech Sdn Bhd (Arus Oil) will overlook issues like floating plastic bottles in the sea, discarded cooking oil and the rise in e-waste including the deployment of a specialised mechanical boat (skimmer boat) to collect waste from coastal waters. At the event, LBSB Managing Director, Datuk Tan Pek Chian, reportedly said the State needs to have more e-waste collection centres. 'Currently, there are no recovery facilities in Sabah. Most of the time, what we are able to do is manual dismantling to properly sort out the plastic, scrap metal and Printed Circuit Board (PCB),' he was quoted as saying. Daily Express reached out to a non-governmental organisation (NGO) Sabah Computer Society (SCS) and the founder of an environment-friendly social enterprise LJD Corporation to get their take on how Sabahans can help reduce the number of e-waste materials being discarded annually. On the State government's recent announcement to tackle sea trash and e-waste, SCS Exco member-cum-organising chairperson for e-waste collection, Walter Cheng, calls it a 'very good initiative'. 'We have been collaborating with DBKK and DoE in all our e-waste collection events for many years. We started collaborating with Lagenda Bumimas Sdn Bhd in 2023. 'I can see that they (State government) are doing their best to keep our State clean and safe. We will also support our State government in the effort of reducing e-waste. Hopefully, these efforts can lead to a cleaner and safer environment,' Walter said. The society is a NGO that promotes ICT and electronic waste awareness in Sabah. 'We have been doing e-waste collection events for many years. Our aim is to create awareness among the public on e-waste recycling and the proper ways to dispose of e-waste,' Walter said, adding that their role is to organise collection events in collaboration with DoE, DBKK and Lagenda Bumimas. Rest of the interview with SCS: DE: What are some of the initiatives you have with the State government (i.e. DBKK)? Sabah Computer Society (SCS): DBKK provides us the venue to carry out our e-waste collection activities while DoE provides us support to run such events. DE: How often do you do e-waste collection events? Any advice to the general public on how they can help lessen the impact of e-waste on the environment in the State? SCS: Basically, we do it twice a year. But, of course, we will try to do more. There are several ways to help lessen the impact of e-waste on the environment. People can repair instead of replace. If an electronic device breaks down, try to repair it rather than buying a new one. Many small electronics can be fixed with minimal cost. Use certified e-waste recycling centres. When you can no longer use a device, ensure it gets recycled properly by taking it to certified e-waste recycling facilities which we (Sabah Computer Society) are collaborating with Lagenda Bumimas Sdn Bhd. These centres are equipped to handle harmful materials like lead, mercury and cadmium safely. Last but not least, choose energy-efficient products with labels (like Energy Star) to reduce both energy consumption and the lifecycle environmental impact. DE: How would you rate e-waste awareness among Sabahans on a scale of 1-10 (one being worst, 10 being best)? SCS: Probably around eight. DE: What is the difference between e-waste collection site and e-waste processing site? SCS: The difference is that for a collection site, we can only do collections and cannot dismantle the waste that is collected whereas the processing site is the factory that can dismantle and process the electronic waste. In Sabah, Lagenda Bumimas Sdn Bhd carry out the process of recycling e-waste. Their factories are based in Telipok. Millennial upcycles e-waste materials into tourism products Meanwhile, LJD Corporation founder Saila Saidie, who was recently featured in the Shell LiveWIRE entrepreneurship programme, expressed her pleasant surprise to learn about such initiatives from the State government. Her organisation's mission aims to transform plastic waste, which can take up to 500 years to decompose, into innovative tourism products and strives to mitigate the environmental impact of plastic waste while driving socio-economic development in the State. Besides plastic waste, Saila and her team also come across discarded e-waste materials like failed 3D prints at the Kayu Madang landfill, which they skilfully upcycle into reusable tourism products. 'In Sabah, more public education is needed. While some awareness campaigns exist, many people are still unaware of the dangers of e-waste and how to dispose of it responsibly,' she said in an interview. When asked to explain e-waste in laymen's terms, she said: 'E-waste, or electronic waste, refers to discarded electronic devices like laptops, mobile phones and home appliances. 'These items contain various toxic components, including heavy metals and plastics, which, if not disposed of properly, can release harmful substances into the environment. 'For example, PVC plastic, commonly used in cable insulation and older electronic casings, is difficult to recycle due to toxic additives. When burned, it releases carcinogenic dioxins, which pose severe health risks to humans and wildlife.' She also spoke about the authorities' recent nationwide crackdown on illegal e-waste sites that are reportedly linked to international syndicates. How do these syndicates benefit from illegal operations? 'These syndicates profit by extracting valuable metals such as gold, silver and copper from e-waste using unsafe methods. 'The illegal operations often exploit cheap labour in developing countries, exposing workers to hazardous substances without proper safety measures. 'I recall reading about a case in Teluk Panglima Garang, where authorities discovered 50 tonnes of spent bullet casings in an illegal e-waste facility. Such operations pose both environmental and security risks,' she added. Saila believes that Malaysia is facing a 'significant' e-waste crisis. 'The problem is only growing. While there are efforts to recycle and upcycle e-waste, they are not widespread enough,' she said. 'Many consumers still do not know how to properly dispose of their electronic waste, leading to improper disposal that harms the environment.' She said based on the more recent figures, reports indicate that the Sabah DoE collected some 191,636kg of e-waste materials between 2016 and 2022. 'This effort highlights the importance of proper disposal and awareness campaigns. E-waste is regulated under the Environmental Quality (Scheduled Waste) Regulations 2005. 'Improper disposal can lead to toxic chemicals leaching into the soil and water, endangering human health and biodiversity. Rest of the interview with Saila: DE: What is the best way to raise awareness about e-waste recycling? SS: Education is key. Public awareness campaigns, workshops, and community engagement programs should be actively promoted. Some businesses in Sabah are already buying broken electronics for refurbishment or recycling, and this initiative should be supported at a larger scale. Government bodies, NGOs, and social enterprises like LJD Corporation can play a crucial role in spreading awareness. DE: How does LJD Corporation contribute to e-waste recycling? Do you upcycle e-waste materials? SS: LJD Corporation focuses on plastic waste recycling, but we also address e-waste issues, especially when it intersects with plastic waste. For example, we upcycle failed 3D prints that contain electronic components. Most of the failed prints we process are made of Polylactic Acid (PLA), a biodegradable thermoplastic derived from renewable sources like corn starch. Additionally, we have observed our beneficiaries at the Kayu Madang landfill collecting wire cables to extract copper for resale, highlighting an informal e-waste recycling economy. DE: Your organisation trains underprivileged individuals in upcycling discarded materials. What positive impact has this initiative created? SS: Our workshops and training programmes have empowered communities by providing them with alternative sources of income. For instance, we conducted a workshop for 50 youths in Kampung Puyut, Lahad Datu, teaching them how to collect and repurpose plastic waste. We also worked with SK Kitapol near Ranau, a rural school, where students learned to upcycle plastic waste using a heat press technique. However, sustaining these efforts requires continuous funding and support. We hope government agencies will step in to help expand these programs. DE: How does e-waste impact humans and the environment? SS: E-waste contains hazardous substances like lead, mercury and cadmium. When improperly disposed of, these toxins contaminate air, water, and soil, leading to health risks such as respiratory issues, neurological damage, and even cancer. Additionally, e-waste contributes to resource depletion, as valuable materials that could be recycled are lost. DE: What should consumers avoid when discarding e-waste? SS: Never throw e-waste into regular trash. Avoid burning or dismantling electronics at home, as it releases toxic chemicals. Instead, take them to certified e-waste collection points or recycling centres. DE: One of the root causes of e-waste is rapid technological innovation, leading to premature device disposal. Do you think big tech companies will change this practice? SS: This practice, known as Planned Obsolescence, is a profit-driven strategy where companies design products with limited lifespan or software compatibility to force consumers into upgrading. I have experienced this firsthand with built-in, non-replaceable batteries in laptops. However, there is hope – movements advocating for the Right to Repair and sustainable design are gaining traction. In the future, AI and emerging technology may reduce reliance on physical devices, but for now, stricter regulations and consumer awareness are essential. DE: How can consumers be more environmentally conscious before upgrading their devices? SS: Repair before replacing. Many devices can be fixed with minor repairs or battery replacements. If an upgrade is necessary, consider donating or selling the old device to extend its lifecycle. DE: As a millennial, do you think your peers are environmentally conscious regarding e-waste? SS: Some are, but many still chase the latest gadgets as status symbols. Awareness is improving, but there is still a long way to go. DE: How can this generation lead an e-waste recycling movement? SS: By taking proactive steps such as learning to repair electronics, repurposing old components, and advocating for better recycling infrastructure. Small actions, like encouraging responsible disposal within their communities, can make a big difference. DE: Does Sabah have a long way to go before recycling becomes a common practice? SS: Yes. Compared to Kuala Lumpur, where recycling habits are more established, Sabah still has a lot of ground to cover. Many people are aware of recycling but do not actively practice it. However, initiatives like Kota Kinabalu City Hall's plastic bag ban have shown positive results. For example, our beneficiaries at the Kayu Madang landfill reported seeing fewer small plastic bags since the ban was enforced. More policies like this can drive behavioural change. Those interested to learn more about Saila's environmental outreach initiatives can visit her official website at Next: Heavy metal contamination in Sabah's marine ecosystem and landfill leachate
Time of India
29-04-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Optiemus partners with ASRock to manufacture PC motherboards in India
Live Events (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel Contract manufacturer Optiemus Electronics (OEL) has partnered with Taiwan-based PC motherboard company ASRock to manufacture enterprise and gaming PC motherboards for local which also makes hearables for Xiaomi , Realme, and Noise, has expanded into IT hardware components, starting with motherboard manufacturing .The production of motherboards started from April, and locally made motherboards will be available in the market from May onwards, OEL said. So far, these motherboards were being imported to India Optiemus did not disclose the financials of the agreement."This announcement brings forward our enhanced capabilities of handling highly complex large Printed Circuit Board assembly , including BGA, fine pitch assembly and the ability to deliver precision placement for very small capacitors and resistors, an important consideration for manufacturing complex AI motherboards for telecom industry, high-end desktops and AI powered laptops," said Ashok Gupta, executive chairman, Optiemus Group The contract manufacturer will leverage its fully automated manufacturing processes with minimal human intervention to make the products. The company has invested in advanced nitrogen reflow systems that are important for optimising the soldering processes when making printed circuit boards.
Associated Press
25-02-2025
- Automotive
- Associated Press
LG Innotek Enters the Market with Automotive AP Modules, Boosting Its Semiconductor Component Business
Surging demand for automotive semiconductor components for ADAS and digital cockpits in the era of connected cars 400 components, including chipsets and memory, squeezed into a single 2.5 inches x 2.5 inches module 'Aiming for mass production in the second half of 2025 and facilitating efforts to build a solid business portfolio' SEOUL, South Korea, Feb. 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- LG Innotek (CEO Moon Hyuksoo) announced on February 25 that it will launch a new electronic component for vehicles, the Automotive Application Processor Module(AP Module), targeting automotive semiconductor component markets worldwide. This move will enable the company to expand its existing electronic components business into the automotive semiconductor sector. Automotive AP modules are semiconductor components installed in vehicles to integrate and control automotive electronic systems such as Advanced Driver Assistance Systems(ADAS) and digital cockpits. They serve as the vehicle's brain, similar to a computer's Central Processing Unit (CPU). With the advancements made in connected cars, such as autonomous driving capabilities, the demand for AP modules is increasing rapidly every year. This is because the Printed Circuit Board(PCB)-based semiconductor chips used in existing vehicles cannot efficiently process the vast amounts of data generated by digital cockpits equipped with advanced ADAS and high-resolution displays. According to industry estimates, the number of AP modules installed in vehicles worldwide is expected to grow by 22% annually, from a total of 33 million this year to 113 million by 2030. The greatest advantage of LG Innotek's Automotive AP Module is its compact size. The compact module measuring 2.5 inches x 2.5 inches contains more than 400 components, including a memory semiconductor, Power Management Integrated Circuit(PMIC), and integrated chipset(SoC∙System on Chip), which controls various systems such as data and graphics processing, display output, and multimedia. The application of this product makes it possible to shrink the size of existing motherboards, enhancing design flexibility of automaker clients. It also shortens the signal distance between the highly integrated components in the module, further improving the module's control performance. LG Innotek's plan is to continue to enhance its Automotive AP Module. This year, it aims to increase the module's heat dissipation performance, enabling it to operate at up to 95˚C, and significantly shorten the AP module development period by predicting warpage through virtual simulation. LG Innotek is currently promoting the product to global semiconductor companies in North America and other regions, hoping to start mass-producing it in the second half of this year. CEO Moon Hyuksoo commented, 'The development of Automotive AP modules has enabled us to accelerate the expansion of our semiconductor components business.' He added, 'LG Innotek will continue to develop products that deliver unique customer value and establish itself as a reliable technology partner for its global customers.' LG Innotek is planning to grow its semiconductor components business to 3 billion dollars in annual sales by 2030, largely based on high-value semiconductor substrates such as FC-BGA(Flip-Chip Ball Grid Array), RF-SiP(Radio Frequency-System in Package) and Automotive AP modules. [Terminology] Digital Cockpit: Digital Cockpit refers to devices installed in vehicles, such as cutting-edge dashboards and Head-Up Displays(HUDs). Previously, digital cockpits offered additional functions, such as navigation, but they now also provide a comprehensive range of information, including data on the air conditioning system and vehicle condition.
