Evertiq Expo Gothenburg to Address AI Infrastructure and Electronics Circularity
The September 17 event examines how hyperscalers are reshaping the EMS market and introduces new circular design standards for Swedish electronics.
The Evertiq Expo returns to Gothenburg on September 17, 2026, to address the accelerating technical and structural shifts within the electronics sector. Held at Svenska Mässan, the event arrives as the industry grapples with shrinking semiconductor lifecycles and an urgent need for sustainable supply chain models.
The program features a concentrated series of presentations on manufacturing resilience and technical miniaturization. Mareike Haass of in4ma will analyze structural shifts in the global Electronic Manufacturing Services (EMS) market, specifically focusing on how AI infrastructure and the rise of hyperscalers are reshaping production. On the technical front, Dr. Tamara Aderneuer of DYCONEX will present advancements in semi-additive process (SAP) technology, which enables the creation of PCB structures as small as 15 µm.
The Push for Circularity
Sustainability has evolved from a corporate goal to a strategic necessity for the Nordic electronics industry. Elisabet Österlund, CEO of Svensk Elektronik, is scheduled to present findings from the ReLoop Electronics project. This initiative focuses on implementing circular design and reuse strategies specifically within the Swedish electronics ecosystem to reduce waste and strengthen regional resource independence.
Parallel to circularity is the critical issue of component longevity. Ronny Nietzsche of Rochester Electronics will address a common industry misconception regarding semiconductor date codes. According to Nietzsche, these markings are often mistaken for expiration dates, whereas components that have been properly stored remain fully reliable well beyond the dates indicated on their packaging.
Industry Implications
These discussions highlight a critical transition toward a more sustainable and technically dense manufacturing landscape. For the Swedish and broader Nordic markets, the shift toward circularity is not merely an environmental concern but a method of ensuring supply chain stability against global volatility. Simultaneously, the influence of AI-driven infrastructure is forcing EMS providers to adapt their scale and capabilities to meet the demands of hyperscale data centers.
Looking Ahead
As the industry moves toward the September event, the focus remains on whether these circular models can be scaled across the entire Swedish electronics value chain. Market observers will be watching for further data on how the consolidation of the EMS market will affect smaller regional players as the influence of AI infrastructure continues to grow. The intersection of extreme miniaturization and sustainable resource management will likely define the next era of Nordic electronics manufacturing.