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he UK’s electronics sector grew by 4.9 percent in 2023, growth approximately  according to a report by Make UK. Despite the strong performance, the report also expects UK output to drop this year. Here, Ross Turnbull, director of business  at ASIC design company Swindon Silicon Systems, explores why and what can be  Electronics demand remains strong in Europe. This is largely thanks to continued digitalisation efforts, such as the adoption of automation technologies. Despite healthy    all smooth sailing. The electronics sector faces a number of unique issues.


Shortfalls in recruitment The skills gap is one example. The most


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In a study into the electronics industry conducted by Maersk,  percent of respondents stated that they had faced delays in sourcing  goods.


recent ‘Manufacturing Outlook’ report published by Make UK states that the electronics sector has seen a consistently increased demand for workers since the   beginning of 2024. Meanwhile, McKinsey predicts a shortfall semiconductor engineers in Europe alone by 2030.


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The demand for certain types of skill is also seeing a shift in the industry. From a  learning knowledge is beginning to  demand for system architecture knowledge. Reassuringly, efforts are being made to close the talent gap. Make UK’s report also  both human and physical capital in 2024, with a 30 percent balance of change in  Skills Horizon Barometer report, produced    manufacturing SMEs are now looking to offer enhanced training schemes for existing employees, plugging foreseeable skills gaps while boosting retention.


Supply chain concerns   In a study into the electronics industry


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