The SEMI Industry Strategy Symposium Europe (ISS Europe) 2025, March 12-14 in Sopot, Poland, is themed AI: Catalyst to Propel Europe’s Competitiveness. The event will explore how AI is reshaping economic, technological, and market dynamics within the semiconductor industry. Experts will examine AI-driven innovation, efficiency improvements, and the balance between collaboration and competition (co-opetition) in fostering Europe’s leadership in the global semiconductor market. Registration is open.
ISS Europe 2025 will feature featured speakers addressing key unprecedented challenges and opportunities in the semiconductor industry. Topics will focus on the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in shaping the industry, strategies to strengthen Europe’s semiconductor supply chain resilience, sustainability, and innovative approaches to workforce development. Industry executives, market analysts, economists, and policymakers will convene to discuss the latest industry trends and advancements.
“As AI, automation, and sustainability reshape our industry, it is crucial that we foster collaboration and innovation to secure Europe’s competitive edge,” said Laith Altimime, President of SEMI Europe. “At ISS Europe 2025, industry leaders will share their strategies for supply chain resilience, workforce development, and the transition from systems on chips to systems of chips. By working together, we can drive technological advancement and build a more sustainable and robust semiconductor ecosystem for the future.”
ISS Europe 2025 Featured Speakers
- Andreas Schleicher, Director for Education and Skills, Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD)
- Benedikt Ernst, SVP, Head of Strategy & Transformation, Electronics, Merck
- Bill Lussier, Managing Director, Tokyo Electron Europe Ltd (TEL)
- Charles Vaillant, Chief Technology Officer and Chief Digital Officer, MANN+HUMMEL
- Christophe Frey, VP of EU Engagements and General Manager, Arm France
- Dariusz Standerski, Secretary of State, Ministry of Digital Affairs, Poland
- George Dritsantos, VP of Secure Power Central and Eastern Europe, Schneider Electric
- Hendrik Bourgeois, VP, European Government Affairs, Intel
- Jean-Christophe Eloy, CEO, Yole Group
- John Behnke, General Manager FPS Product Line, INFICON
- Meike Boekelmann, Chief Human Resources Officer, Comet Group
- Rainer Kiefer, EVP Global Head of Sales, Schenker AG
- Thomas Kralinski, State Secretary, Saxon State Secretary of Economic Affairs, Labour, Energy and Climate
- Volker Herbig, VP, BU MEMS, X-FAB
ISS Europe 2025 Highlights
Session 1: Europe’s Strategy in a Shifting Geopolitical Landscape
Industry leaders will analyze how Europe is addressing global market trends and navigating geopolitical challenges to maintain a leadership position and drive innovation.
Session 2: Technology Roadmap to Net Zero: Breakthroughs and Energy Strategies
Experts will discuss breakthrough technologies, energy strategies, and AI-driven innovations shaping the semiconductor industry’s journey toward Net Zero goals.
Session 3: Shaping Europe’s Future Workforce: Strategies for Growth
Thought leaders will share actionable strategies to cultivate the workforce of tomorrow, emphasizing collaboration between industries, academia, and governments to drive innovation and sustainable growth.
Session 4: AI for Smarter Sustainable Manufacturing
Speakers will explore how AI can transform semiconductor manufacturing with smarter, sustainable processes while addressing workforce readiness and revitalizing European manufacturing capabilities.
Session 5: Driving Innovation to the Next Generation from Materials to System Level
Experts will highlight next-generation advancements in materials, design, and AI that are driving semiconductor innovation and enabling future technological breakthroughs.
Sponsors
- Headline:
Invest in Pomerania - Platinum:
Comet, Edwards, INFICON, MANN+HUMMEL, Polish Investment & Trade Agency, Schneider Electric, Synopsys and Tokyo Electron Limited (TEL) - Gold:
EBARA and Merck - Event:
DB Schenker, EV Group (EVG), HCLTech, imec, JSR Micro, Ovivo and VAT
For more details, please visit the Industry Strategy Symposium Europe (ISS Europe) 2025 website and connect with SEMI Europe on LinkedIn or X @SEMIEurope (#ISSEurope).