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EFECS 2025

December 03 - 04, 2025 | Hilton, Malta

Accelerate Innovation: Building European Competitiveness

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  • 'Design Platform' by Romano Hoofman, Strategic Development Director, on December 4  in session 4: Building strategic capabilities for European technological autonomy.

Event details

EFECS 2025 is the premier European Forum for Electronic Components and Systems, dedicated to advancing the sector’s growth and innovation. Taking place in Malta on December 3-4, 2025, this event brings together industry leaders, policymakers, researchers, and innovators to strengthen Europe’s strategic leadership in semiconductor technology.

In today’s rapidly evolving world, Europe must transform bold ideas and funded projects into impactful and ready-to-market solutions faster than ever before. To remain globally competitive, we need strong investments in cutting-edge research, digital infrastructure, and emerging technologies and applications.

Open to all public and private stakeholders, EFECS is a unique platform to share achievements, exchange insights, and gather valuable feedback. More than just a forum, EFECS showcases the strong collaboration between academia, industry, policymakers, innovators and participating states contributing to a long-term resilience and strategic autonomy across the EU.

By advancing our technological capabilities, nurturing a dynamic startup and scale-up ecosystem, enhancing key skills, and modernizing regulatory frameworks, Europe can lead the next wave of global innovation.

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