According to experts, this share could even decline slightly to 7.9% by 2045, even if production increases modestly. For example, the transfer of production capacity may contribute to this decline. In his opinion, more needs to be done.
Ursitz pointed out that stable regional supply chains are needed to avoid unbalanced and unilateral dependencies. Additional production capacity needs to be built locally through state subsidies.
However, research, development, chip design, PCB manufacturing, and services are also required. If the state does not support particularly capital-intensive projects, localization decisions will be made in favor of other regions, he warned in an interview with dpa.
The EU passed the EU Chip Law last year. In addition to the 20% target, total public investment in the region will amount to approximately 43 billion euros. According to ZVEI, this level of funding needs to be increased.
