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June 3, 2026

SEMI Europe Policy Forum

#PolicyForumBrussels2026

Important Information

Thank you for your interest in our event! Unfortunately, registrations for the SEMI Europe Policy Forum are now closed.

If you would like more information on the Forum, you may get in contact with the SEMI Europe team at: [email protected]

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Time

9:00 am - 9:00 pm CEST

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Location

Brussels
Belgium

SEMI Europe Policy Forum

Featured Speakers

Featured Speakers

 

Strengthening Europe’s Compass in the 

Perfect Storm


In a world undergoing rapid transformation, geopolitical forces are reshaping the dynamics of global markets, technological development, supply chains, and long-term strategic planning. These shifts present both profound challenges and unprecedented opportunities for regions prepared to act with vision and resilience.  

Against this backdrop, the SEMI Europe Policy Forum Brussels 2026, themed Strengthening Europe’s Compass in the Perfect Storm, will take place on June 3, 2026, bringing industry leaders, economists, policymakers, and technology experts to examine how geopolitical dynamics are transforming the global semiconductor landscape and to identify concrete pathways for reinforcing Europe’s role within it.  

Hosted by SEMI Europe, the forum will explore how Europe can cultivate a unified, competitive, and sustainable semiconductor ecosystem while safeguarding its technological sovereignty in an increasingly fragmented world. Discussions will highlight the need for deeper innovation, greater supply chain resilience, and long-term economic strength to ensure Europe remains a driving force in the next era of semiconductor leadership.  

 

Who Should Attend?

The forum will convene a diverse group of stakeholders to explore the need for deeper innovation, stronger supply chain resilience, and long-term economic competitiveness to ensure Europe remains a driving force in the next era of semiconductor leadership. Participants include those who influence, shape, or are directly impacted by policy decisions. 

1. Government and Public Sector Leaders 

  • EU Policymakers (European Commission, Parliament, and Council)
  • Representatives from national ministries and agencies (e.g., economy, industry, digital affairs, trade, research)
  • Representatives from diplomatic missions 

2. Industry Executives and Decision Makers 

  • Senior industry leaders and C-level executives (CEOs, COOs, CFOs, and General Managers)
  • Government affairs representatives
  • Research and Development Experts 

3. Technology and Semiconductor Ecosystem Stakeholders

  • Semiconductor manufacturers and suppliers
  • Equipment and materials companies
  • Design, R&D, and advanced manufacturing organizations

4. Research & Academic Institutions

  • Universities and research centers
  • Think tanks and innovation hubs
  • Policy and technology researchers 

Agenda

Welcome Reception

9:00 am - 9:50 am

Reception and Welcome Coffee

Morning Session

Executive Opening

9:50 am - 10:00 am
Laith Altimime - President, SEMI Europe
Laith Altimime
President
SEMI Europe

Welcome Remarks

10:00 am - 10:15 am
Ajit Manocha, SEMI
Ajit Manocha
President and CEO
SEMI

SEMI Global Update

10:15 am - 10:30 am
Luc Van den hove
Luc Van den hove
Chair
SEMI Europe Advisory Board

Keynote Speech

On the day of the publication of the Chips Act 2.0 revision, this first discussion will explore how lessons from the first phase are shaping Europe’s next steps. In this session, industry leaders and policymakers will be asked what the priorities are after 3 years from the entry into force of the first Chips Act.

10:30 am - 11:30 am
 Christopher Frieling
Moderator
Christopher Frieling
Director, Advocacy and Public Policy
SEMI Europe

Panel Discussion - Securing Europe’s Tech Future: The Next Chapter of the Chips Act

Amandine Reix
Panelist
Amandine Reix
Director
French Ministry of the Economy

Bart Groothuis
Panelist
Bart Groothuis
Member of the European Parliament

Lorenzo Castrogiovanni
Panelist
Lorenzo Castrogiovanni
Vice President
Air Liquide

Matthias Ecke
Panelist
Matthias Ecke
Member of the European Parliament

Rafal Bugyi
Panelist
Rafal Bugyi
CEO
TRUMPF Huttinger GmbH

11:30 am - 12:00 pm

Networking Coffee Break

Sustainability and competitiveness are increasingly interdependent in the semiconductor industry—one cannot advance without the other. As Europe seeks to scale up manufacturing capacity and strengthen technological leadership, how can the sector reduce its environmental footprint while remaining globally competitive?

12:00 pm - 12:45 pm
Stefano Ramundo Orlando
Moderator
Stefano Ramundo Orlando
Manager, Advocacy & Public Policy
SEMI Europe

Panel Discussion - Shaping a Sustainable and Competitive European Industry

Angelika Niebler
Panelist
Angelika Niebler
Member of the European Parliament

Kristin Schreiber
Panelist
Kristin Schreiber
Director
European Commission

Miriam Tolksdorf
Panelist
Miriam Tolksdorf
Head of Sustainability and Safety
Merck

Supika Mashiro
Panelist
Supika Mashiro
Director
Tokyo Electron

12:45 pm - 2:15 pm

Networking Lunch Break

Afternoon Session

Executive Opening

2:15 pm - 2:20 pm
Laith Altimime
Laith Altimime
President
SEMI Europe

Welcome Remarks

2:20 pm - 2:30 pm
Eva Maydell
Eva Maydell
Member of the European Parliament

Keynote Speech

People and skills will determine whether Europe’s semiconductor ambitions can be realized. From education systems and reskilling initiatives to talent attraction and mobility, critical gaps and strengths are coming into focus. Is Europe moving fast enough to develop the workforce needed for a strategically vital industry?

2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Victoria Cummings
Moderator
Victoria Cummings
Workforce Development
SEMI Europe

Panel Discussion - Building Europe's Workforce of the Future

Annelies Daenen
Panelist
Annelies Daenen
Talent Development Director
imec

Guy Lalanne
Panelist
Guy Lalanne
Senior Economist
Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD)

Henryk Schoder
Panelist
Henryk Schoder
Vice President
X-FAB

Mary Finegan
Panelist
Mary Finegan
Director
Irish Competence Centre IC3

3:30 pm - 4:00 pm

Networking Coffee Break

Geopolitical tensions and supply chain disruptions are reshaping the global semiconductor landscape. Securing supply while remaining open to cooperation demands a new approach to trade and international partnerships. How can Europe strengthen resilience without stepping back from global collaboration?

4:00 pm - 4:10 pm
Darta Tentere
Darta Tentere
Member of Sefcovic Cabinet, European Commission

Setting the Scene with DG TRADE

4:10 pm - 5:00 pm
 Stefano Ramundo Orlando
Moderator
Stefano Ramundo Orlando
Manager, Advocacy and Public Policy
SEMI Europe

Panel Discussion - Navigating the Storm: Building Global Partnerships for Europe's Future

Darta Tentere
Panelist
Darta Tentere
Member of Sefcovic Cabinet

Reva Goujon
Panelist
Reva Goujon
Director
Rhodium Group

Sebastian Reyn
Panelist
Sebastian Reyn
Head of Geopolitics
ASML

Stefan Jeroes
Panelist
Stefan Joeres
VP Semiconductor Strategy
Bosch

5:00 pm - 5:20 pm
Kilian Gross
Kilian Gross
Director at DG CONNECT
European Commission

Keynote - Presentation of the European Chips Act 2.0

5:20 pm - 5:40 pm

Live Q&A Session

Executive Closing

5:40 pm - 5:45 pm
Ajit Manocha, SEMI
Ajit Manocha
President and CEO
SEMI

Closing Remarks

5:45 pm - 7:00 pm

Cocktail Reception

7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Networking Dinner